I recently installed an MSI MAG CoreLiquid 360mm AIO cooler on my 9800X3D, and I'm noticing temperatures between 68 to 70 degrees Celsius when I play PUBG. Is this typical, or should I be concerned?
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Have you checked when you last changed the thermal paste on your CPU? It's also a good idea to look up the normal operating temps for your AIO. From what I've seen, hitting around 70°C isn't really alarming, especially for gaming.
Around 60-65°C is what I'd aim for, honestly.
Yeah, those temps are pretty normal for that processor under load. A lot of people see similar numbers while gaming. Just make sure your cooling setup is running fine!
I get the appeal of the big AIO, but honestly, it’s only going to dissipate about 100W of heat max. So, if you're pushing your CPU, you might see higher temps.
If you're looking for cooler temps, consider undervolting your CPU. The 9800X3D can actually run better with less voltage, and it might help with those temps while still improving performance.
Hmm, that's an interesting idea!
Typically, I'd say normal temps hover around 45-48°C, but gaming is a different beast. Those numbers you're seeing aren't too bad at all!
I bought both the AIO and the CPU about a month ago.