I have an AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 6-Core Processor, and I'm noticing that even when CPU utilization is low, the temperatures are consistently maxed out at 95°C. Does anyone have insights on why this might be happening?
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Your stock cooler, the AMD Wraith Stealth, isn't the best out there, but it shouldn't be overheating this much. It could be a few things: maybe the cooler isn't mounted properly, the thermal paste is old or dried out, or there might be dust clogging the heatsink/fan. Good airflow in your case is also crucial. I suggest checking these factors and reapplying some quality thermal paste if you haven't done so recently.
Reaching 95°C is right at the maximum temperature for your CPU, which means it could be thermal throttling to protect itself. This means your CPU slows down to handle the heat better. It's not just low usage, it's your system trying to keep things cool by reducing speed until it can catch a break. Make sure your case is set up well for cooling, or consider upgrading your cooler if you push performance hard.
The Stealth cooler isn't great, but it should perform decently. Dust buildup can definitely cause heating issues, and you might want to make sure your case has proper airflow as well. Checking these areas can really help lower those temps.
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