topic Re:i7 14700k overheating in Mobile and Desktop Processors

i7 14700k overheating

ImNice4u — Tue, 06 May 2025 15:10:20 GMT

when I'm gaming (like Warzone), the CPU go up to 98c and stay between 82-96c, it is only me who see a problem with this high CPU temperature... when I check comments on internet people talk about max 80c

- i7 14700k

- Gigabyte z790 Aorus Elite X wifi 7

- CORSAIR Vengeance RGB 32 Go (4x16 Go) DDR5 6000MHz CL36 UDIMM

- GPU Gigabyte GeForce 4070 windforce OC V2 12gb

- heatsink be quiet! Dark Rock Elite (using Artic MX-6 paste)

- SAMSUNG 990 Pro 2TB

- PSU be quiet Power Zone 2 1000w ATX 12v 3.1 plus platinum

- case Antec C8

- Fan: 2x 160mm / 6x 140m

==> modifications made to try to reduce heat (see attachement)

Re:i7 14700k overheating

ArchieD_Intel — Wed, 07 May 2025 00:55:41 GMT

Hi ImNice4u,

Thank you for reaching out to the Intel Community Forum. To assist us in investigating the issue, please provide the following details:

When did the issue start? Was it working fine before?
What are the troubleshooting steps that you tried so far?
Have you tired updating the BIOS and apply Intel Default Settings?
Did you overclock the processor?
Did you check if there is an excessive build-up of dust in the system
Have you verified if the processor's fan is still functioning properly
Have there been any recent changes around the system that might have contributed to the overheating issue

If you have any questions, please let us know. Thank you.

Best regards,

Archie D.

Intel Customer Support Technician

Re:i7 14700k overheating

ArchieD_Intel — Mon, 12 May 2025 04:58:56 GMT

Hi ImNice4u,

I wanted to check if you had the chance to review the questions I posted. Please let me know at your earliest convenience so that we can determine the best course of action to resolve this matter.

Best regards,

Archie D.

Intel Customer Support Technician

Re: Re:i7 14700k overheating

ImNice4u — Mon, 12 May 2025 14:43:21 GMT

Hello, sorry, I just saw the message. The computer is new, the bios is at its most recent version and nothing is overclocked (the RAM had been set to 6000 but I put it back to default). All the fans work and are even pushed to their maximum speed at all times.

Re:i7 14700k overheating

ArchieD_Intel — Tue, 13 May 2025 06:10:42 GMT

Hi ImNice4u,

Thank you for the update. I've sent an email to your active email address for the next step of the process. Please check both your Inbox and Spam folder for my email, and once received, kindly acknowledge it.

Best regards,

Archie D.

Intel Customer Support Technician

Re: Re:i7 14700k overheating

MB76 — Wed, 06 May 2026 16:47:49 GMT

Hello all, I am not sure if it is the right thing to jump in here and say I also have had overheat problems with this CPU. I have tried 3 different cpu cooling units. The last one is a water cooler with 3 fans. Still hitting 100 degree celsius even though I am using one of the best cpu paste and that Grizzly contact frame attached. Bios updated.

Re: i7 14700k overheating

Kevin-Foster — Sat, 09 May 2026 12:17:33 GMT

Your i7-14700K reaching 82–98°C while gaming is higher than typical, even with a good cooler and airflow. For more information here on optimizing CPU temperatures and fan curves, you can follow Intel’s recommendations. Make sure thermal paste application and case ventilation are also properly set up.