The CPU's power consumption seems excessive (2400G).
The CPU's power consumption seems excessive (2400G).
Hey! Your concerns are valid. The CPU draw in MSI Afterburner and related tools often shows low values because the chip's actual power consumption is higher than what you see. At full load, a 65W TDP processor typically draws more than 20W under normal operation. Check your system monitoring for real-time metrics—sometimes the display doesn’t reflect the true load. Also, ensure drivers are up to date and that no background processes are hogging resources. If you're unsure about settings or installation, revisit the manufacturer's guides. Let me know if you need help interpreting the data!
Adjust settings to improve measurement precision. Try various programs. AMD Ryzen Master often delivers the best visuals. Install the newest BIOS for your motherboard, download the latest chipset drivers from AMD, and apply all available Windows updates.
Verify power consumption during peak loads in Cinebench R23 using HWInfo64.