Is overclocking an RX 580 worth the extra heat and power?
I've just finished building a PC with a Ryzen 5 3600 and an RX 580, and I'd like to get as much performance as possible from it. I've…
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Is Undervolting a CPU or GPU Safe, and What Happens If I Go Too Far?
I've used laptops for about 20 years, but I'm finally building a desktop PC for gaming. I've never experimented with undervolting because my laptop CPUs already use low-power…
Choosing Between MSI Gaming Trio 5080 and AORUS Master: Need Your Experience!
Hey everyone! I'm caught between the MSI Gaming Trio 5080 and the AORUS Master for my next build, and I'm looking for some input. Both cards are priced…
What are the typical GPU temperatures for a 5080 while gaming at 4K?
I recently installed HWInfo64 and saw my GPU temperatures fluctuating between 60 and 70 degrees Celsius during gaming sessions. Can anyone provide insight on what the average or…
Should I Add Bottom Fans as Intake on My PC Build?
I'm currently working on my new PC build, which already has 3 fans at the front for intake and 4 fans for exhaust (3 on top and 1…
Why is my CPU idling at 60-70°C after upgrading?
Hey everyone! I'm having a bit of a temperature issue. After upgrading to a new CPU and RAM in the AM4 generation, my CPU is idling at a…
Help with High Idle Temperatures on NZXT Kraken 360 AIO
I've just set up my new NZXT Kraken Elite 360 AIO cooler with a Ryzen 9 7900X CPU, but I'm noticing some unusually high idle temperatures ranging from…
Is My First PC Build Heating Up Too Much?
I just completed my first PC build, and while everything seems to be functioning well, I want to double-check the temperature levels. My setup is located in a…
Is my CPU temperature under load considered normal?
I'm using an MSI MAG AA13 air cooler with an AMD Ryzen 5 5600G processor. During multi-core testing, like in Cinebench, the temperature never exceeds 70°C, usually sitting…
Are Extra Case Fans Necessary for My PC Build?
I'm wondering if adding extra case fans is really important for my PC build, or if they don't make much of a difference. I'm curious about how they…
What is Zero RPM on Modern GPUs and How Does It Work?
Hey everyone! I'm looking to understand more about the Zero RPM feature on some modern graphics cards. I've got a pretty solid setup with Windows 11, 32GB of…
Is my CPU overheating during gaming?
I recently built a new PC and have noticed that my Intel Core Ultra 5 245k gets really hot while gaming. Even with a liquid cooling system installed,…
Can I safely run my CPU at high load for a week while on vacation?
I'm about to go on vacation and I need my CPU, an R7 5800X3D, to process deep learning tasks continuously at around 95% load for a week. My…
Why are shader compile times longer and temperatures higher on Linux compared to Windows?
I've been trying out Bazzite Linux for gaming, and while it generally runs well, I've noticed some odd issues with shader compilation times and CPU temperatures in comparison…
Is a 44.1°C Idle Temperature Normal for My CPU?
I have a Ryzen 7 7700 paired with a Gamdias BOREAS P2-62D Dual Tower Air CPU Cooler that even has a display. I'm curious to know if 44.1°C…
Is My GPU Temperature Normal for Gaming?
Hey everyone! I've recently built my first PC with a Ryzen 5 9600X and an RTX 5060, paired with MSI liquid cooling (not sure of the model since…
Why is my GPU suddenly running so hot?
I recently built a new PC about a month ago, featuring an XFX RX 6650 XT graphics card and a Ryzen 5 7600 processor. While playing Red Dead…
Are My 7800X3D Temperatures Normal After a Stress Test?
I recently built a PC featuring the 7800X3D along with a Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE cooler. After running the Cinebench R24 test, I noticed my CPU temperatures…
Are my Asus Prime 5060 Ti temperatures normal?
Hey everyone! I just picked up a brand new Asus Prime 5060 Ti 16GB from a retailer in Portugal, and I've noticed that the temperature difference between the…
How to Fix My i5-13600K Overheating Issue?
I recently upgraded my GPU and did a BIOS update. A couple of days later, I noticed that my CPU usage has spiked and it's overheating more than…