Case Temp versus CPU temp

[s0ccergoof]

Is there a general rule of thumb for these two temps? I have heard lots of people say that there case temp is usually 6-10 degrees cooler than their cpu temp. Is this a common range? My cpu temp right now is 14 degrees warmer than my case temp, and it is always at least that much higher, sometimes a little more. Is this anything to be worried about?

 

[LoneWolf1]

As long as your system is stable, I wouldn't worry too much about it.

 

[CaiNaM]

in most cases the closer your case temp is to your cpu temp, the more efficient the hsf cooling. this shows your heatsink/fan is disappating the heat into the case, and away from the cpu (lowering your cpu temp and raising the case temp).