Wierd CPU readings

lordbob75

lordbob75

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Ok so I'm again asking about CPU temps...

This time, my readings for my CPU are:
Core #0: ~40C
Core #1: ~42C
Core #2: ~49C
Core #3: ~49C

Shouldn't they all be about the same? And shouldnt they be down at like 30 and below at IDLE? Those are my idle temps. I was running about the same, and i just put in new thermal paste (i thought it was spread unevenly) and its still the same... Higher if anything. Right after startup i got 61 on core 2! AGH!

Im using a Intel Q8200 @ 2003.70 MHz (roughly) and have a big fan and heatsink on it. My case even has its side off, and its like 70F in my house! I'm confused, and a little scared for summer, fearing my processor melting in my room. (It gets to about 100F in there with the computer on.)


I guess i am looking for advice, or if this is normal. What should i do to fix it if it isnt, or what?

~Lordbob
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Custom
    CPU
    Intel Core 2 Quad Q8200 2.33GHz
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    ASUS P5QC
    Memory
    2x2GB
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    NVidia GeForce 9500GT 1Gb
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    Cooler Master Real Power Pro 750W
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    Razer Tarantula
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    Razer Lachesis
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Which app are you using to check the temps?

In real temp you test the sensors for movement. Some quads have faulty sensors that won't accurately report idle temps. If you have a sensor that differs largely from the others, or zero movement, then most likely it's stuck.

For example, my Q9550 idles at 38,33,*38,* (core 3 has uneven movement and core 4 does move at all for idle, but it reports load temps fine). There will usually be one core that is always a higher temp than the others, as it's generally used more.

When you applied the thermal paste, did you properly clean the old paste off? How much paste did you put on? How is your airflow?
 

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lordbob75 said:
Ok so I'm again asking about CPU temps...

This time, my readings for my CPU are:
Core #0: ~40C
Core #1: ~42C
Core #2: ~49C
Core #3: ~49C

Shouldn't they all be about the same? And shouldnt they be down at like 30 and below at IDLE? Those are my idle temps. I was running about the same, and i just put in new thermal paste (i thought it was spread unevenly) and its still the same... Higher if anything. Right after startup i got 61 on core 2! AGH!

Im using a Intel Q8200 @ 2003.70 MHz (roughly) and have a big fan and heatsink on it. My case even has its side off, and its like 70F in my house! I'm confused, and a little scared for summer, fearing my processor melting in my room. (It gets to about 100F in there with the computer on.)


I guess i am looking for advice, or if this is normal. What should i do to fix it if it isnt, or what?

~Lordbob
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Hi Lordbob....


what is your fan config like..?? cable management will also play a big part in overall temps...

my idle temps were the same, if not higher than yours a few days ago....but i placed a new 80mm fan in my side panel, it sits horizontally with my HSF & blows directly on it, it dropped my temps a great deal :eek::eek:

here are my new temps as of this minute...& im OCed @ 3.5ghz, & its pretty warm in my bedroom :D
mop.PNG

my airflow was always pretty good without the side fan, but the results AMAZED me...

the actual cores always differ slightly in overall temp, though 61c is a high load temp for a 45nm chip, especially if its stock...

there is also the possibility you have a hot chip by default, but we wont be so pessimistic.....lol ;)

i think you should work on the airflow in your machine.



:)SK
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    ME.....
    CPU
    Q9450 @ 3.6ghz
    Motherboard
    P5K PREMIUM
    Memory
    8GB 1066mhz buffalo firestix
    Graphics Card(s)
    HD 5970
    Monitor(s) Displays
    20'' syncmaster
    Screen Resolution
    1680x1050
    Hard Drives
    160GB 7200RPM SEAGATE BARRACUDA IDE
    160GB 7200RPM SEAGATE BARRACUDA SATA 2
    PSU
    XCILIO 850w
    Case
    unknown ATX
    Cooling
    Arctic cooler pro 775
    Keyboard
    logitech EX110
    Mouse
    logitech cordless optical
    Internet Speed
    2mb
If it is hot by default, is that something i can get replaced?

@Eyeball: Im using realTemp.

My case is probably the only really crappy thing in my case. Or on it. or...
Whatever :sarc:

Lets see... i have five fans in my case. One is on the CPU cooler, and i have four i think like 40mm fans, one on the side panel, one in the front, and two in the back.
The one in the PSU is obvious, it has just one in the back.

If i ever get around to it, i need a new case i think for more fans. And if i ever find the time i might just make my own case. Just strip down an old one and build it from there..... hmmmmm..... I could have like 6 120mm fans!!! :cool:
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Custom
    CPU
    Intel Core 2 Quad Q8200 2.33GHz
    Motherboard
    ASUS P5QC
    Memory
    2x2GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    NVidia GeForce 9500GT 1Gb
    Sound Card
    Mobo
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Samsung SyncMaster 206bw
    Screen Resolution
    1680x1050
    Hard Drives
    Samsung SP2514N ATA 250Gb 7200RPM
    Samsung [Model] 1Tb 7200RPM SATA2
    PSU
    Cooler Master Real Power Pro 750W
    Keyboard
    Razer Tarantula
    Mouse
    Razer Lachesis
    Internet Speed
    not fast enough
lordbob75 said:
If it is hot by default, is that something i can get replaced?

@Eyeball: Im using realTemp.

My case is probably the only really crappy thing in my case. Or on it. or...
Whatever :sarc:

Lets see... i have five fans in my case. One is on the CPU cooler, and i have four i think like 40mm fans, one on the side panel, one in the front, and two in the back.
The one in the PSU is obvious, it has just one in the back.

If i ever get around to it, i need a new case i think for more fans. And if i ever find the time i might just make my own case. Just strip down an old one and build it from there..... hmmmmm..... I could have like 6 120mm fans!!! :cool:
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lol....;) i've been toying with the idea of a case mod for ages, just never got round to it, but if you have the time & capability a custom ventilation system perfectly designed for the positions of your components is always gonna work best...

they wont replace your chip b/c it runs hot i don't think, they will just see it as a functional chip....

are you sure they're 40mm..?? i cant believe they would use such small chassis fans..??

you need to put your side panel back on, while its off there's no air pressure or direction of flow, not to mention your motherboard is a magnet for dust while its powered up...

so grab some big ass fans & chuck em in there!! ;)



:)SK
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    ME.....
    CPU
    Q9450 @ 3.6ghz
    Motherboard
    P5K PREMIUM
    Memory
    8GB 1066mhz buffalo firestix
    Graphics Card(s)
    HD 5970
    Monitor(s) Displays
    20'' syncmaster
    Screen Resolution
    1680x1050
    Hard Drives
    160GB 7200RPM SEAGATE BARRACUDA IDE
    160GB 7200RPM SEAGATE BARRACUDA SATA 2
    PSU
    XCILIO 850w
    Case
    unknown ATX
    Cooling
    Arctic cooler pro 775
    Keyboard
    logitech EX110
    Mouse
    logitech cordless optical
    Internet Speed
    2mb
I would, I just need MONEY!!!!! I will probably just go buy a new case as soon as i can, and from there we will see about building a custom case...
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Custom
    CPU
    Intel Core 2 Quad Q8200 2.33GHz
    Motherboard
    ASUS P5QC
    Memory
    2x2GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    NVidia GeForce 9500GT 1Gb
    Sound Card
    Mobo
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Samsung SyncMaster 206bw
    Screen Resolution
    1680x1050
    Hard Drives
    Samsung SP2514N ATA 250Gb 7200RPM
    Samsung [Model] 1Tb 7200RPM SATA2
    PSU
    Cooler Master Real Power Pro 750W
    Keyboard
    Razer Tarantula
    Mouse
    Razer Lachesis
    Internet Speed
    not fast enough
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