"Perfect" CPU Core Temp?

[irtehleet]

I'm currently at a low of 35c and a high of 45c, and now my question, what is the perfect temperature you guys like to see your CPU's running at?

Also, if it matters, I'm using Core Temp 0.99.6 to check, if you suggest something better feel free. Also, I'm sure when I run something intense like a game or what not, my temps go up? Is there a good big load temp that I should be trying to stay under?

Also, do you guys have any cooler suggestions for the i5 750 (LGA1156)? I don't think I will overclock anytime soon but it would be nice to order one. I kind of like this one here.

Thanks.

-The noob of Hardware Canucks

[burebista]

Try RealTemp. Maybe you'll like it more because it's made by a Canuck.
Load your CPU with prime95 Large FFTs (or FFT-z). Let it run for 15 minutes or so and tell us your load core temps.
As for max temp usually I say that keep distance to TJMax >20 in daily use and enjoy your rig.

For an aftermarket cooler depends on your OC goal, silence and budget. You can take a look at top dogs like Noctua NH-D14, Prolimatech Mehahalems, Thermalright VenomousX/TRUE rev.C or Zalman Flex/Quiet/10X or if you don't want hardcore OC and have a tight budget you can take a look at HDT ones like Titan Fenrir, Xigmatek Thors Hammer or Coolink Corator or a clasic one Scythe Mugen 2.

[irtehleet]

I just downloaded prime95 and have absolutely no idea how to use it, lol.

Large FFTs?
Load core temp?

Im a noob

[burebista]

OK I have a hunch so that's why I edited my post and I linked you an easier program: FFT-z.
Pick 5 or 30 minutes and hit GO. Watch your temps with RealTemp during test.

[irtehleet]

Alright, thanks. Will be trying this when I get my new build up.

On my current build I'm hitting 60c on 100% Load

[burebista]

60C is perfect fine. What room temperature?

[irtehleet]

Room Temp being TCase Max I assume (Still using Core Temp)

52C

[burebista]

No man, your room/ambient temperature. You live in 52C room temperature?

[gingerbee]

heat does not kill chips voltage does. anything under 80c. jmo

[bojangles]

You CPU is running great.

@gingerbee: for the most part yes, however temperature can degrade the chip over time. For the most part a CPU/GPU will throttle itself if it gets too hot and stay within a certain threshold. But, alas, who cares if you've taken one year off of the 15 year lifespan of the chip :).