Temperature on the CPU is elevated...
Temperature on the CPU is elevated...
I'm experiencing high CPU temperatures during BF5 playback, even when the system isn't fully loaded. The temperature stays above 100°C under full load, while it's around 50-60°C in normal desktop use. I've replaced the thermal paste and used a stock cooler, but the stock cooler isn't performing well. I'm not overclocking and have a downclocked setup due to heat. Can I adjust things without buying a new cooler to bring the temps down? Thanks for your understanding, I'm from Norway.
You're using the stock cooler with a case that blocks airflow because the front fans face a glass wall. This leads to overheating. The fix would be upgrading to a better cooler and choosing a case with an open front.
Start by adjusting the CPU fan control in BIOS settings to be more active—make it run faster when temperatures rise. If you haven’t tried this before, restart and press the escape key at startup to access BIOS. Navigate to "Hardware Monitoring" (often labeled there). Check the rules for CPU Fan speed versus temperature. Aim for the fan to reach 80% at around 75°C and 100% at about 80°C.
It's a 2020 title built for a 2012 processor. Expect temperatures to rise, so keep your cooling setup solid and airflow clear. 100°C is manageable—it won’t exceed it. CPUs use built-in rules to cut voltage when things get too hot, avoiding damage from electromigration. Even though people panic, the hardware is designed to handle that heat and keep running. As long as you’re seeing a stable frame rate, your system should stay functional. Cooling and airflow matter more than the temperature itself.
It has always been this way, yet now I’ve genuinely begun to reflect on it.
It really doesn't make much difference. The fans are still extremely restricted since they only have a tiny vent on the side. The stock setup feels like you're breathing through a straw—it's really tough and not ideal. Moving them in is just like breathing through two straws. It's only a slight improvement. You might try setting the stock cooler to 100%, but I'm not sure that will fix it. You'll need better cooling overall.
Let’s try again, the cooler if you haven’t done so recently.