Hey folks! I'm having an issue with my PC where the CPU temperature spikes up to 90 degrees and sometimes even hits 100 when I turn it on or after using it for a while. My GPU has similar temperature issues, but it happens randomly. The fans get super loud, and I'm really worried. I've already run 'sfc /scannow' and Malwarebytes, but neither found anything wrong. I'm using a Ryzen 7 7700X for my CPU and a PowerColor 7900 GRE Hellhound for the GPU. Any advice on how to handle this?
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If you’re running into heat issues, check whether there’s air stuck in your AIO cooler. Sometimes tilting your PC can help release the bubbles. Just a tip!
You might want to start by cleaning off and reapplying the thermal paste on your CPU and GPU. If it hasn’t been done in a while, it could be dried out and not doing its job. Also, don't forget to check your dust filters; they might need a good clean too!
Thanks for the tip! I think it's been about 6 months since the paste was applied since I got a prebuilt. I’ll have my brother-in-law help with it in a few days.
Update: My AIO cooler is making some sounds and the temperatures just dropped to around 40-60 degrees!
What case are you using? Also, how many case fans do you have and what direction are they facing? Proper airflow is key in keeping those temperatures down.
Yeah, definitely keep the radiator at the top of the case if you can, or at least to the side with the connectors facing down. Radiators at the bottom can trap air. Plus, AIOs can lose a bit of liquid over time, which can lead to those air bubbles. Just something to think about!