Intel noob in need of help please

[BlindShot]

I just upgraded to X79 3820. What is max safe temps for 24/7 crunching? Everything seems much hotter vs my old AM3 rig. I want to push my system without killing it. I can't wait to upgrade my old Corsair tx650 for a Seasonic 1000w psu to run some 7950 gpu's!

[yojimbo197]

It might help if you included your resting CPU core temps and your CPU core temps at 100% load. Also, what CPU heatsink/fan combo do you have and what kind of thermal paste are you using? Unless you are watercooling.

[jeanguy2]

Just Google for: Overclocking i7-3820 & ............) {replace dots with your motherboard's name}

You will get back quite a few thread and video links. Look for threads from reputable site. You should get one or more that is close to your actual system..

Good luck...

[BlindShot]

I only have a Corsair H50 cooler. My system is a work in progress. I plan to go full water when I get the funds. At 100% load @4.2ghz I'm hitting 70c! I'm asking here because I trust everyone here vs random forums.

[pfm3136]

Max safe temp for 24/7, i would say 80C. Beyond that you are near the 90C when it starts throttling.

[Johnmark]

I like to keep mine at a max of 70c.

[zalbard]

80C should be okay, under 70C would be best for max longevity.

[Kingcarcas]

I'm not an expert but in general people would try not to exceed 70C for CPUs and about 80C for GPUs.......then again if lifetime is reduced your parts should still last a good 5-10+ years so you might say "so what if it dies, it'll be obsolete by then anyway"