I'm currently running a 9800x3d CPU and an RTX 5080 GPU, and I'm curious about what maximum temperatures are considered safe during gaming. I plan to set up a custom fan curve to keep my PC quiet since it's close to me. I've heard most components can hit up to 95°C safely, but I can't imagine keeping that during long gaming sessions is ideal. I've seen a range of opinions suggesting 80-85°C as better targets. What's the general consensus on the temperatures that I should avoid going past?
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Temperature really depends on your cooler, the thermal paste, and your case’s airflow. Ideally, I don’t like going above 80-85°C since I feel it’s manageable with the space and features in desktops (like fan curves or extra intakes).
Personally, I try to stay below 85°C. If the CPU and GPU are sitting in the 70s, I consider it a set-and-forget situation.
For the CPU, around 90°C is generally okay as long as it doesn’t throttle. For the GPU, aim for 80-85°C on the core; just make sure the hotspot stays under 100°C.
Keeping the CPU under 95°C and the GPU below 93°C should be fine. Sure, lower temps may boost longevity, but there’s no strict divide between "long-lasting" and "short-lived."
My CPU usually maxes at 70°C. As for the GPU, it varies. I've pushed mine a bit, and it runs around 67-70°C.
I’d prefer not to exceed 80°C, even though I know they can handle 95°C stock. My average temps are around 65°C, but I’m fine with some noise from the fans as I use noise-cancelling headphones. I’m focused on protecting my investment rather than worrying about quiet.
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