The device was exposed to temperatures above 100°C during POST. Could this cause lasting harm?
The device was exposed to temperatures above 100°C during POST. Could this cause lasting harm?
When I first started using the build, it would send a post but then cut out. In BIOS I realized the 7800X3D’s temperature reached around 110-120 degrees before shutting down. While fixing it, I noticed the pump connector wasn’t fully locked in. After securing it, temperatures stabilized and everything worked well. I’m concerned that even a brief exposure—less than two minutes before shutdown—might have caused lasting damage to my build.
Unlikely, because modern CPUs are built to power down when temperatures become unsafe for safety. The latest X3D models also prevent overclocking, adding another layer of protection from AMD. Once the pump is securely in place, does your CPU maintain a stable temperature? Enjoy your top-tier CPU for gaming!
It might have handled the heat around 115°C for a short time, but repeated exposure would likely cause more harm. That’s why it stopped operating to safeguard itself from further damage.
It's a fairly high temperature, particularly given the uncontrolled conditions. Still, it isn't high enough or sustained long enough to pose a risk. Relying on a single program for stability isn't advisable. A diverse set of programs should be employed, leveraging various instruction sets so the CPU can handle most operations.
The CPU undergoes baking during assembly and faces heat levels beyond that point. The main concern would be the larger cache, though... It seems safe in most cases.
The CPU will power off long before you can cause any harm. Fixing the pump issue is the right solution.
They probably don’t stay at high temps for extended periods. Constant movement is needed to avoid harm. Depending on the method, cooling solutions are often added to keep components safe during baking. Still, I think the CPU is safe—thermal limits are set to stop damage even if it happens once.
The CPU's indium solder and IHS offer solid thermal resistance, not counting the water block. Running it with just the die would change things entirely. The best way to check is by testing Cinebench R23; permanent issues would show up as BSODs or much worse performance. For a 7800x3D, expect scores between 18k and 19k. Core boost frequencies sit near 4.8-4.9GHz.