Yes, the temperatures are typical for this time of year.
Yes, the temperatures are typical for this time of year.
Hi, your setup shows good performance across different workloads. The OC to 5.2ghz at 1.35v runs smoothly with temps staying in the low 80s. During stress tests in AIDA64, the CPU handles all cores efficiently, drawing only 140–150w while maintaining stable temperatures. In idle mode, it stays around 40–55°C, which is typical. The cooler’s fans run at 2700RPM max and 1700–2000RPM during peak loads, which is solid. Everything seems within expected ranges for your components.
I think that's accurate. My 9900k operates quite warm, just like all the 9th generation Intel chips, even with my custom loop. A 5.2Ghz performance is quite strong for a 9700k. I run it at 5Ghz and maintain full stability, but at 5.1Ghz I have to enable AVX offsets to keep things running smoothly. That said, the issue only appears with Prime AVX workloads. Perhaps your idle temperatures are a bit too high. When the CPU isn't active, it rarely exceeds 30°C, though my living room is cool without any heat sources. It might be worth cleaning the IHS and block, then reapplying thermal paste.
Hi, I just installed my first open loop water cooling setup for a 5.2ghz 9700K CPU. I used the EK-Classic Kit S360 D-RGB and added drain fittings to simplify maintenance. The loop layout is as follows: Inlet pump → Rad → Outlet → Block → Inlet pump. My questions are: 1) What’s the typical evaporation rate? 2) Are air bubbles normal and do they impact cooling performance? 3) How often should I drain and replace the coolant? 4) Can I upgrade later, like swapping the reservoir or adding a GPU block? 5) What’s the expected lifespan of this loop? Any additional tips would be great! Thanks.
Nice build 1; It's not much, it relies on loop temperature and environment, but shouldn't be a big problem. With proper maintenance and refilling, it should work fine.
Water contains dissolved air, which comes out when the fluid heats up and flows through the loop, creating bubbles. This usually disappears within a few days.
Every 6 to 12 months is a typical guideline, varying with the coolant type.
Custom water cooling lets you tailor the setup freely.
Unlike AIO systems, custom components often last longer—blocks can endure over a decade, some pumps too. Rads may show minor wear but generally remain stable. Fittings tend to degrade over time, losing their finish and potentially clouding. You might notice occasional issues, but overall it holds up well.
If you do maintenance, consider adding the GPU if it's included in a block, though another radiator might be needed. A single 360mm unit can handle moderate heat, depending on its size.
It's common for tubes to warm up when the GPU generates heat. Most systems can manage these temperatures, but overheating can occur if cooling isn't sufficient. Monitor performance and ensure proper airflow or cooling solutions.
Loop temperature is not directly measurable from this info. You may need additional sensors or data.
We need a temperature sensor on the CPU for that. CPU temperatures look normal, perhaps during maintenance extend the cooling time and steer clear of the GPU zone.
Do it this way, here’s what I get: CPU temps are ideal for me—max around 70°C, 9700K, 5.2GHz, 1.35V, drawing about 100 watts in Cyberpunk style, with fans and pumps running at roughly 50%-70%.