Your system specs look correct. The i9-10850K paired with the Kraken x73 should run smoothly.
Your system specs look correct. The i9-10850K paired with the Kraken x73 should run smoothly.
You're experiencing a significant temperature spike during your stress test. This behavior isn't typical for normal operation. Under heavy load, especially with high core utilization, temperatures can rise sharply due to increased thermal load. The fact that the CPU reaches 95°C and then doesn't drop back down even when throttled suggests either an issue with cooling or a problem with the system's thermal management. It's important to verify that your AIO is functioning correctly and that the water temperature remains within safe limits. If this pattern continues, it may indicate a need to check fans, coolant flow, or consider upgrading cooling components.
Consider additional evaluations to assess performance further. Think about whether adjusting settings or running stress tests would be beneficial.
This behavior isn't typical. Your temperatures rise simultaneously with the core clock decreasing. Please repeat the test and keep an eye on core voltages. Is your BIOS current?
I just assembled the PC, but I’m not sure if my BIOS is current—maybe I should check. I also recorded the voltages; they stayed around 1.38 to 1.4 volts. I didn’t add these to the chart, but the readings were consistent.
I noticed a newer version from August 4, 2020, on the site—please update it accordingly.