What are good temps for a Core 2 Duo 2.4ghz ?

[hudaman]

What are good temps for a Core 2 Duo 2.4ghz ?

And why am i getting a reading of -37c ? Thats right, negative.

Additionally, is there good free software to monitor C2D processor temps - or do i have to stick with what i have from my mobo?

Intel -DG965WH: http://www.newegg.com/product/product.asp?item=N82E16813121052

Thanks.

 

[Effect]

Try using either Intel Thermal Analysis Tool or Core Temp. They're the programs most people are (or at least should) be using. Then mention the temps you've seen with one of them (they should both give the same temperature, so it doesn't matter which one you use), people will be able to tell you whether your temps are good or not.

 

[hudaman]

This doesn't have any spyware does it?

 

[hudaman]

FYI - I'm getting about 50c on both cores according to both of the apps you mentioned. Is this normal?

 

[CurseTheSky]

Originally posted by: hudaman
FYI - I'm getting about 50c on both cores according to both of the apps you mentioned. Is this normal?

Are you running any programs when you get that reading? For example, is Orthos or any games running in the background?

If so, yes, that's somewhat normal for a hot room or case with bad airflow. If not, no, that's way too hot for a processor at idle.

I suggest you reseat your heatsink and apply Arctic Silver 5 thermal paste (after removing whatever's on their now), then enjoy cooler temperatures.

 

[hudaman]

Sorry, had a file sharing program, with AIM running in the background.

Now its at 41c at close to idle (since i still have my antivirus and antispyware running). is this ok? What's an ideal temp? And whats too hot?

 

[John]

Originally posted by: hudaman
And whats too hot?

IMHO it's anything over 65C. Intel specifies the C2D/X with a max temperature of around 61C and a maximum absolute temp of 85C, and the cpu starts throttling at around 80C. Regardless anything over 65C means you've got cooling issues that should be resolved.

 

[memories2002]

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