Your CPU appears to be functioning normally.
Your CPU appears to be functioning normally.
it's really warm now with temperatures around 30°C in my room. I don't have air conditioning. When I play on my i5 2400, the temps climb to 90°C. I'm using a small rosewill case with just one fan and an open side panel. To keep things under 80°C while gaming, I'd need to install a bigger fan and mount it properly. It's a bit tricky, but I want to make sure it stays cool.
Intel assigns a 105C maximum, and I've tested chips at 100C for several weeks, making significant damage highly improbable.
It should probably survive because of the thermal shield that stops it from getting too hot. However, it's not advised to keep the CPU at those high temps, as it could damage the chip. If you haven't cleaned your PC before, doing so could be very beneficial if a lot of dust is on the cooler.
I'm using a standard cooling setup. Consider adding extra fans inside the case or installing a powerful external fan to improve airflow.
Keep it warm but stay away from Intel's score. Swap in a cooler, refresh the thermal paste, and gently dust out the components. This shouldn't harm the CPU.