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phibonacci
What is the highest temperature your CPU has reached? Mine is 150 degrees fahrenheit. This was on an Athlon XP.
russ_watters said:Mine doesn't ever get above 150 when I overclock - 160 is a little high. I have an XP 2500+.
phibonacci said:What is the highest temperature your CPU has reached? Mine is 150 degrees fahrenheit. This was on an Athlon XP.
chroot said:150F is absolutely not an issue for modern CPUs. They are designed to be able to operate at upwards of 125C, or 257F.
- Warren
A high CPU temperature typically ranges from 70-90 degrees Celsius (158-194 degrees Fahrenheit) depending on the specific processor and cooling system.
A high CPU temperature can be caused by factors such as inadequate cooling, dust buildup, overclocking, or a malfunctioning fan or heatsink.
You can check your CPU temperature by using monitoring software such as Core Temp, HWMonitor, or SpeedFan. These programs will display real-time temperatures for your CPU and other components.
A high CPU temperature can lead to decreased performance, system crashes, and potential damage to your processor. It can also shorten the lifespan of your CPU and other components.
To lower your CPU temperature, you can try cleaning out any dust or debris from your computer, improving airflow by adding more fans or improving your current cooling system, or reducing the load on your CPU by closing unnecessary programs or overclocking settings.