What are the temperature ranges for the 7800X3D, and is the Peerless Assassin 120 a good cooler?
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GamerGal23
I've been hearing mixed reports about the 7800X3D's temperatures; some people find it runs too hot, while others say it's relatively cool. I'm curious if a Peerless Assassin 120 will be sufficient for cooling this CPU. Are there specific things I should be aware of when using it? I've also heard that chipset driver issues can cause overheating. Any insights on this would be appreciated!
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In gaming loads, the 7800X3D typically draws around 70 watts, and during heavy stress tests, it can peak at about 120 watts. A budget single tower cooler should work just fine, and the Peerless Assassin 120 should easily handle it since it's more powerful than what you'll need. No problems there!
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I've been using a regular Deepcool AK620, and it keeps the 7800X3D cool enough. Any Thermalright models like the PA120 or Spirit are solid choices too. Just make sure your case has good airflow!
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TechieNerd42: What do you mean by 'cool enough'? Is there a max temperature you think we should worry about?