F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Thermal throttling observed in 5GHz model. Includes performance metrics.

Thermal throttling observed in 5GHz model. Includes performance metrics.

Thermal throttling observed in 5GHz model. Includes performance metrics.

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jollysaint
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02-17-2022, 04:46 AM
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Hello, I just moved from an i5-12400 to the newer i5-13600k. It’s experiencing thermal throttling on two cores, which is reducing its Cinebench score compared to the average. I’ve re-applied thermal paste twice to ensure good contact. Could this be related to the cooler not cooling the CPU effectively? Is the cooler suitable for the i5-13600k? The cooler I’m considering is the Arctic Freezer 34 eSports DUO 2 x 120mm. Should I upgrade to something like the Noctua NH-D15? I’m not very experienced with this stuff and would appreciate your advice. Please share any additional details that might help diagnose the issue!
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jollysaint
02-17-2022, 04:46 AM #1

Hello, I just moved from an i5-12400 to the newer i5-13600k. It’s experiencing thermal throttling on two cores, which is reducing its Cinebench score compared to the average. I’ve re-applied thermal paste twice to ensure good contact. Could this be related to the cooler not cooling the CPU effectively? Is the cooler suitable for the i5-13600k? The cooler I’m considering is the Arctic Freezer 34 eSports DUO 2 x 120mm. Should I upgrade to something like the Noctua NH-D15? I’m not very experienced with this stuff and would appreciate your advice. Please share any additional details that might help diagnose the issue!

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spybobfreddy
Junior Member
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02-17-2022, 10:10 AM
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Really, Intel hasn't maintained control over their performance and cooling systems for a long time. Would prefer a more effective cooler.
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spybobfreddy
02-17-2022, 10:10 AM #2

Really, Intel hasn't maintained control over their performance and cooling systems for a long time. Would prefer a more effective cooler.

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Thea77661
Member
58
02-17-2022, 12:32 PM
#3
It says it's pulling 197-207w but max turbo is suppose to be 186w, so i found that quite weird too, unless there is something I'm missing.
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Thea77661
02-17-2022, 12:32 PM #3

It says it's pulling 197-207w but max turbo is suppose to be 186w, so i found that quite weird too, unless there is something I'm missing.

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Red_Cubez
Member
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02-17-2022, 05:48 PM
#4
Things seem fine lately, but TDPs are probably not true (and they've been that way before).
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Red_Cubez
02-17-2022, 05:48 PM #4

Things seem fine lately, but TDPs are probably not true (and they've been that way before).

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lueckejan
Member
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02-17-2022, 06:24 PM
#5
I understand your point, but before you adjust the cooler, consider reducing the Vcore (undervolting). My i9 13900kf runs fine even with a 360mm high-end air cooler at stock voltage.
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lueckejan
02-17-2022, 06:24 PM #5

I understand your point, but before you adjust the cooler, consider reducing the Vcore (undervolting). My i9 13900kf runs fine even with a 360mm high-end air cooler at stock voltage.

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KiLLOfTheEnd
Junior Member
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02-19-2022, 01:44 PM
#6
I’m not very familiar with Intel CPUs or how they respond to undervolting. I understand AMD cores handle it better, but back then Intel didn’t support it well, which is why I’m seeking advice from someone more experienced in that area. Still, pushing a core all the way to its maximum without actually throttling it isn’t ideal.
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KiLLOfTheEnd
02-19-2022, 01:44 PM #6

I’m not very familiar with Intel CPUs or how they respond to undervolting. I understand AMD cores handle it better, but back then Intel didn’t support it well, which is why I’m seeking advice from someone more experienced in that area. Still, pushing a core all the way to its maximum without actually throttling it isn’t ideal.

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_Edog55
Junior Member
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03-08-2022, 05:31 AM
#7
Hey, your 13600k performed just like before after setting up the system, even with a custom loop. The default options are becoming unstable, so I reduced the Vcore. Everything is now stable—my P-cores run at 5.4 and E-core at 4.4. I can run Cinebench all day without overheating it above 75°C.
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_Edog55
03-08-2022, 05:31 AM #7

Hey, your 13600k performed just like before after setting up the system, even with a custom loop. The default options are becoming unstable, so I reduced the Vcore. Everything is now stable—my P-cores run at 5.4 and E-core at 4.4. I can run Cinebench all day without overheating it above 75°C.

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MrBrosco
Member
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03-10-2022, 01:59 AM
#8
Mainboard configurations often turn out very poor on the 13th generation, especially with excessive VCore and faulty OCs installed at the factory.
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MrBrosco
03-10-2022, 01:59 AM #8

Mainboard configurations often turn out very poor on the 13th generation, especially with excessive VCore and faulty OCs installed at the factory.

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ISY_0815
Senior Member
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03-10-2022, 09:41 AM
#9
Great to hear! The cooler still feels a bit weak, though I think that's fair.
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ISY_0815
03-10-2022, 09:41 AM #9

Great to hear! The cooler still feels a bit weak, though I think that's fair.

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david_0407
Junior Member
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03-14-2022, 03:39 AM
#10
It's becoming quite the situation! I assumed something was off, but within moments my core temperature hit 90+ with stable stock. A 360mm of rads works as long as the voltage drops slightly. My cooling system is running smoothly on the Quantum Surface 240 + 120 setup.
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david_0407
03-14-2022, 03:39 AM #10

It's becoming quite the situation! I assumed something was off, but within moments my core temperature hit 90+ with stable stock. A 360mm of rads works as long as the voltage drops slightly. My cooling system is running smoothly on the Quantum Surface 240 + 120 setup.

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