Normal CPU operating temps?

joe360

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I have been having issues with frequent freezing while playing Divinity: Original Sin 2. I've uninstalled/re-installed the game and updated video drivers. I've tested the memory with Memtest, with no errors. My next step was to look at operating temperatures. I used GPU-Z, and I noticed that my CPU runs normally in the 40's (C), but within 5-7 minutes of gaming it quickly hits up to 90's. I've never paid any attention to temps before, assuming that the stock fans/heat sinks would be sufficient.

Should I be looking for a new CPU cooler?

I have an i5-6500 non-OC, GTX 1060 6GB, Samsung SSD, Kingston HyperX 8 GB ram
 

LTC8K6

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You should be checking that your cooler is properly attached.

Maybe go ahead and re-do the cooler thermal paste anyway.

You also want to have good airflow through the case.
 
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EXCellR8

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Yes, I agree with the above post. Remove the cooler, clean both the CPU cap and base of the cooler. Reapply some good TIM (plenty of resources on the best ones) and then reinstall the cooler; making sure that it is properly secured.

Also check CPU fan settings in BIOS. Auto range is not always adequate.
 

CuriousMike

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Sanity checks
1 - make sure your computer has breathing room ( i.e., you don't have it shoved in an enclosed space )
2 - make sure your computer fans are all spinning - is your intake/exhaust fans spinning
3 - clean out all the dust from your machine - your cpu heatsinkfan may be clogged with dust
4 - agreeing with others - verify the HSF is attached properly / maybe a re-install of paste is in order
 

Kenmitch

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If your using the stock cooler and your willing to take it off anyways to check the tim it would be best to just replace it with something better. It's not like it take a whole lot of $'s to get a much better cooler in the end.
 

joe360

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Awesome, thanks for the help everyone! Removed the heat sink, removed and re-applied new TIM.Now running 30s with normal use and 45 gaming.
 
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