May 2, 2004
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hey guys whats the norm for a cpu temp after running say BFV?

in idle case is about 78 with cpu about 89

and when i jump out of game to check its
84 and 101.

this sound ok?

system specs are
msi k8t neo
AMD 64 3400+
1 gig pc3200
2 36 gig raptors raid 0
8x sont dvd r/rw
msi dvd-rom
9800 pro
1 120mm fan in front
2 80mm in rear
1 80mm on side blowing at cpu
1 80mm on top
 

Lonyo

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Aug 10, 2002
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In english? (Centigrade?)

Since 100 is a hot day and about body temp (less than 40) I woudl say those are pretty good temps.
Anything below 50c is good.
 

corkyg

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Mar 4, 2000
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If that is Centigrade, you are about to incinerate your CPU. All such temps should be given in C - not F. 50 C is a good standard CPU temp.