Yes, the temperatures are acceptable.
Yes, the temperatures are acceptable.
I adjusted the fan settings to keep things calm, letting some fans run at zero RPM. The CPU stays near 70°C whether it's under load or idle. I'm using the original cooler that came with the processor since my old one was getting too loud. My Ryzen 5 1600 is running at its default speeds. These temperatures seem acceptable, but you might consider lowering them a bit if you want even better performance.
Check if the CPU cooler shuts down under low load. Adjust the threshold to around 30% and assess the sound. 70°C running is too loud!
It should work properly, but I’d let the fan run at a slow speed to maintain temperatures near 60-65°C. Gradually, the heat might cause the plastic in the frame and blades to dry out, leading to cracks or other problems. Allowing some airflow helps direct heat away from the aluminum fins instead of damaging the plastic surface.
It's fine from a technical standpoint, but I'd rather avoid overheating during idle. A slight airflow could help maintain the system's performance over time.
CPUs can be quite resilient, but even a 3930K that's been through tough conditions still functions well. Some components, like electrolytic capacitors in power supplies, struggle when exposed to prolonged high temperatures. The electrolyte may dry out, causing early failure. In practice, you'll likely need to upgrade before hardware issues arise—whether you keep it cool or not—but if you plan to resell or repurpose it, ensuring the equipment lasts is key. Heat is a major enemy of computers; when hardware isn’t under stress, it should stay cool.
I’ve chosen the "Silent" fan preset from AORUS now. It doesn’t have 0 or 1,000 RPM and helps keep my temps stable (50°C idle, 65°C under load). I discovered most of my noise comes from my four hard drives, so I turned them off after about fifteen minutes of inactivity. Thanks!