Typical temperature gap between cores
Typical temperature gap between cores
You're checking if the temperature variations between your i7 9700K cores are typical. The core-to-core difference you're seeing—2°C max and up to 7°C max—is quite wide for such a high-end processor. This level of variance usually indicates cooling issues or poor airflow, so it's worth investigating further. Make sure the cooler is properly seated and consider checking fan performance and thermal paste condition.
The temperatures seem acceptable. It might be related to how the tasks distribute across cores or how the thermal paste settled beneath the cooler. You're safe within normal expectations.