I'm trying to troubleshoot some overheating issues with my PC. Here are my specs:
- Case: Carbide Series SPEC-01 Red LED Mid-Tower Gaming Case
- PSU: Corsair RM750e - 750 Watt - 120 mm - ATX - 80 Plus Gold certified
- CPU: Ryzen 7800x3d
- Cooler: DeepCool AK620 - CPU Air Cooler - Max 28 dBA
- GPU: Sapphire Nitro+ 7800 XT
- RAM: DDR5 Vengeance 32GB/6000 (216GB) CL30
- Motherboard: Asrock B650M-H/M.2+ Micro ATX AM5
My case feels a bit small, so I'm running the side panel loosely screwed in. Under load, my GPU temperature ranges from 70 to 80°C, while the CPU stays around 75°C or higher. Even at idle, it's around 50-60°C. I'm mostly worried about the CPU temps since it's consistently on the higher side during gaming, specifically in titles like BF6 and Hell Let Loose. I've thought about possibly having applied too much thermal paste and improving airflow since my current setup only has one intake and one exhaust fan. I'm considering getting a new case, like the NZXT H5 Flow, along with additional fans. Any advice on improving my cooling situation?
4 Answers
Yeah, the 7800x3d does run warmer than previous gen AMD CPUs. If airflow in your case is limited, definitely consider upgrading to a model designed for better airflow. You might see a reduction of about 3-5°C, which could help overall. And make sure you're configuring the fans’ RPM curves to ramp up when the temperatures get high. That can significantly improve your cooling without much added noise!
It does seem like you might need a better case for improved airflow. AMD’s new chips are meant to run hot, but an air cooler typically should keep it a bit lower. You might benefit from investigating fan placement or even integrating an AIO if you’re really concerned about temps while gaming.
Let’s face it, if you're coming from a lower wattage CPU like the 5600x, the 7800x3d will throw you for a loop with its heat output. It might not be just your case—try dialing back the thermal paste cover just in case. And an AIO cooler can be a great upgrade. They'll definitely help manage those higher idle temps and give you peace of mind for future use.
Honestly, your CPU temps are on the higher side, but nothing catastrophic. A solid AIO cooler might help if you're looking for better cooling, especially because the Ryzen 7800x3d has a reputation for running hot. Optimization of your case airflow with additional fans could help lower those numbers a bit, but you might not significantly drop them without a better cooler. Have you tried undervolting your CPU or adjusting the fan speeds? That can help a lot too!
A new case might get you lower temps, but would an AIO be a better long-term investment?