CPU temperature ranges

I'm not too sure if this is the right place to post so here goes:

I'm using I8kfanGUI to monitor my CPU and GPU temperatures, because I don't overclock my GPU temperatures never reach 60 degrees but what surprises me is that my T7500 CPU always nears the 80 degree mark when playing games. I'm not too sure what the temperature thresholds for CPUs should be and am hoping they are built similar to the GPUs which can tolerate temperatures up to the 90s before the risk of hardware damage becomes unacceptable.

Anyone out there have a guide to how high CPU temps can go while remaining safe?

 

Current laptop chips are made to stand pretty high temperatures. While the upper seventies are indeed a bit on the high end, it is still within Intel's thermal specification of 100C.

If the processor is really overheating, it will shut itself down to try to prevent any sort of real damage from happening. Seeing as it is not shutting itself down is another indicator that the chip is fine.

http://processorfinder.intel.com/details.aspx?sSpec=SLA44

 

Thanks, at least I don't have to worry about damaged hardware from extended gaming. Hopefully the temperatures don't go any higher during high summer.

 

Harleyquin07,
with I8Kfangui, you can control the fan speed and the temperature which teh fans kick in at. I suggest haveing the fans come on low around 45C, and then come on high around 55C.
You should also spend some thought on undervolting. Doenload CPU rightmark clock management, and look on notebook review for a runthough on how to use the program. I have found that core 2 duo procesosors will allow for pretty large undervolts, which will allow for much cooler operation temperatures.
I have a T7300 in my lenovo, and I was able to get the voltage from 1.3625 volts all of the way down to 1.0500volts.
Your processor is one multiplier higher than mine, so you should simply drop the voltages down to 1.07500 and see how it works.
The undervolt cut nearly 20F off of running temperatures, which is not only good for the laptop, but it helps extend battery life.

K-TRON

 

Thanks for the tip, but I'm nervous about undervolting since screwing up means I pay for the consequences. I'll take it up if the CPU temperature gets ridiculously higher during high summer.

 

Undervolting doesnt damage anything. most youll get is a BSOD. Read more about it, i recommend it to anyone with a notebook

I have same processor as you, i managed to cut down 10c easily with undervolting. Cooler notebook, better battery life without compromising performance at all.

 

If the system blue screens, you have undervolted too far.
Simply restart and undervolt again, but this time go to the voltage before it blue screened and save it. Then restart and you will enjoy cooler temps and longer battery life.

K-TRON

 

Too many BSODs lately either because of a mysterious HDD problem which surfaces periodically or audit failures in Vista Basic. I'll probably give it a go during the weekend. Thanks flipfire and K-TRON!

 

Once you undervolt youll never go back hehe

I can give you a stable set of voltages to begin with for the T7500. You can probably lower it more. Once its been setup properly you shouldnt get any BSOD or issues at all.

 

Question:

Can I use I8Kfangui in another laptop besides dell?? or is there any other software that allows changing fan speeds?

Thanks

 

Look at SpeedFan. Maybe it supports your hardware.

John

 

Umm how do i use this???

 

I8Kfangui, only works in dell laptops.

There are a few random programs out there which will let you control the fans on some lenovo and hp laptops.

If you tell us what laptop it is, we can tell you if there is a program which will work with your system.

If there is no fan control, I suggest undervolting, it will help keep the temperatures down.

Yeah, 900th post

K-TRON