what to monitor
what to monitor
Well throttling begins at 105C, but it's better to avoid reaching that level. The solution to your query depends on what you're testing under stress. Programs such as Prime 95 (small FFTs) tend to put more strain on the CPU than others. I’d recommend keeping core temperatures at or below 80C if you need consistent performance and stable temperatures. I prefer mid-70s, though some might suggest mid-80s; I balance between the two. For the most challenging situation, you should expect lower to mid-60s under real-world conditions.
Check the main core temperatures. For a Core i5 6600K, these readings are the most precise and react fastest to load variations.
Yes, I understand they’re the quickest indicators, but the core specs matter more than the heat sink temperature.
Which should be monitored first—the package temp or the temp inside the CPU? And what’s the safe maximum for both?
The entire setup doesn't matter. You're looking for the specific components during overclocking. The main temperatures respond fastest, they provide the most precise readings and are located directly within each core. These give you the worst-case scenario, as they reflect the actual performance. The average of these values is what activates throttling if the processor overheats.
The entire setup doesn't matter much. You were looking for specific items to watch during overclocking. The most important factors are the core temperatures—they respond fastest, give the most accurate readings, and are located directly inside each core. These are what determine the worst-case scenario, which is crucial for throttling decisions. It's tricky to define TMPIN3, but it might relate to the VRM or the motherboard.
Well throttling begins at 105C, but it's better to avoid reaching that level. The solution to your query depends on what you're testing under stress. Programs such as Prime 95 (small FFTs) tend to put more strain on the CPU than others. I’d recommend keeping core temperatures at or below 80C for consistent performance if you need stable operation around the clock. Mid 70s might be ideal, while others suggest mid 80s; I’ve chosen a middle ground. For the most demanding situation, you can expect lower to mid 60s under real-world conditions.