F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop The stock cooler for the AMD RYZEN 5 3600 appears to be functioning properly, as there are no reported issues with it.

The stock cooler for the AMD RYZEN 5 3600 appears to be functioning properly, as there are no reported issues with it.

The stock cooler for the AMD RYZEN 5 3600 appears to be functioning properly, as there are no reported issues with it.

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thecastaway13
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08-06-2019, 03:16 AM
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Good morning everyone, I’m working with a micro ATX setup featuring a 3600 processor, a 2060 super, and a Q300L cooler case. I have three Noctua 120mm fans at 1500 RPM and a Gigabyte DS3H motherboard. The CPU is overheating a lot—temperatures often climb into the 90s during gameplay, especially when playing Fallout 76. My GPU stays under 60°C, but I’m seeing issues with the stock cooler. Anyone else experiencing this problem on the 3600 with the stock cooler? I’m considering getting a Noctua slim cooler for the CPU to avoid any damage.
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thecastaway13
08-06-2019, 03:16 AM #1

Good morning everyone, I’m working with a micro ATX setup featuring a 3600 processor, a 2060 super, and a Q300L cooler case. I have three Noctua 120mm fans at 1500 RPM and a Gigabyte DS3H motherboard. The CPU is overheating a lot—temperatures often climb into the 90s during gameplay, especially when playing Fallout 76. My GPU stays under 60°C, but I’m seeing issues with the stock cooler. Anyone else experiencing this problem on the 3600 with the stock cooler? I’m considering getting a Noctua slim cooler for the CPU to avoid any damage.

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DJemi
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08-06-2019, 06:31 AM
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Temperatures this high won’t harm anything, but improved cooling could boost performance. A budget tower cooler should work well at 3600. It’s smart to add a front intake fan to keep the CPU cool.
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DJemi
08-06-2019, 06:31 AM #2

Temperatures this high won’t harm anything, but improved cooling could boost performance. A budget tower cooler should work well at 3600. It’s smart to add a front intake fan to keep the CPU cool.

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08-06-2019, 12:34 PM
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its ok not great but ok
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MacSolaris
08-06-2019, 12:34 PM #3

its ok not great but ok

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nickstorm1223
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08-06-2019, 01:30 PM
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I used the 3700X cooler on my 3600 and it didn’t perform very well. The CPU will automatically manage power usage, which keeps it safe but also restricts performance and increases noise compared to a better cooler. You’ll miss out on full potential, and it won’t run as smoothly. Whether it’s worth it is up to you.
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nickstorm1223
08-06-2019, 01:30 PM #4

I used the 3700X cooler on my 3600 and it didn’t perform very well. The CPU will automatically manage power usage, which keeps it safe but also restricts performance and increases noise compared to a better cooler. You’ll miss out on full potential, and it won’t run as smoothly. Whether it’s worth it is up to you.

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kinmun
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08-06-2019, 06:04 PM
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You might be from a place where affordable, high-quality coolers are widely available.
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kinmun
08-06-2019, 06:04 PM #5

You might be from a place where affordable, high-quality coolers are widely available.

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Legolas11510
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08-09-2019, 04:03 AM
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@Poptartaddict87 that's unusual as most people report 70s under load with the stock cooler. Have you updated your BIOS/chipset drivers? Is the cooler properly mounted? Are you using a performance or silent profile? Is PBO enabled?
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Legolas11510
08-09-2019, 04:03 AM #6

@Poptartaddict87 that's unusual as most people report 70s under load with the stock cooler. Have you updated your BIOS/chipset drivers? Is the cooler properly mounted? Are you using a performance or silent profile? Is PBO enabled?

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Mario_Logan
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08-11-2019, 09:11 AM
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I'm focusing mainly since most Gigabyte boards face serious overvoltage problems with older BIOS versions—updating the BIOS could be the solution if you haven't already.
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Mario_Logan
08-11-2019, 09:11 AM #7

I'm focusing mainly since most Gigabyte boards face serious overvoltage problems with older BIOS versions—updating the BIOS could be the solution if you haven't already.

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08-12-2019, 12:36 PM
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It’s unclear what pbo means, but it includes the newest drivers and BIOS updates. The cooler is installed correctly. I own three Noctua 120mm case fans and have faced several issues with this motherboard.
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Hermitt
08-12-2019, 12:36 PM #8

It’s unclear what pbo means, but it includes the newest drivers and BIOS updates. The cooler is installed correctly. I own three Noctua 120mm case fans and have faced several issues with this motherboard.

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08-18-2019, 03:56 PM
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Ensure PBO is turned off as the automatic overclocking tool.
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RCf_AdriCans
08-18-2019, 03:56 PM #9

Ensure PBO is turned off as the automatic overclocking tool.

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08-18-2019, 06:59 PM
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There seems to be an unusual situation. The 90s era doesn't align with current gaming trends, especially with the modern focus on performance. First, consider updating your BIOS settings. If that doesn’t resolve the issue, verify the heatsink installation—ensure it’s securely fastened. It’s possible the original thermal paste was applied correctly, but a poor fit could still cause problems.
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farcorp
08-18-2019, 06:59 PM #10

There seems to be an unusual situation. The 90s era doesn't align with current gaming trends, especially with the modern focus on performance. First, consider updating your BIOS settings. If that doesn’t resolve the issue, verify the heatsink installation—ensure it’s securely fastened. It’s possible the original thermal paste was applied correctly, but a poor fit could still cause problems.

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