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However, during Intel XTU's stress test, it quickly climbs up to 100C an remains over there. On examination, I found that not all P cores are throttling, 4 cores stayed at around 92C, while other cores touched 100C.
Kindly provide your perspective on this.
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Hello SatishS,
During stress tests like Intel XTU, it’s common for temperatures to spike to the maximum operating temperature, which for the i7-14700K is 100°C1. This is the T-junction temperature, meaning the maximum temperature at which the CPU is designed to operate safely. Normal Operation (35-45°C): This is a typical temperature range for idle or light usage. It indicates that your cooling solution is effective during low-load scenarios. Gaming (up to 85°C): Gaming can be quite demanding on the CPU, so temperatures in the mid-80s are not unusual. This is still within safe operating limits for your processor. Core Temperature Variations: It’s interesting that not all P-cores are throttling and some stay around 92°C while others hit 100°C. This could be due to variations in cooling efficiency across different parts of the CPU or differences in workload distribution among the cores.
My perspective and recommendations, Cooling Solution: Ensure your cooling system (e.g., fans, liquid cooling) is functioning optimally. Sometimes, reapplying thermal paste or adjusting fan curves can help manage temperatures better. Airflow: Check your PC case for adequate airflow. Proper intake and exhaust can significantly impact cooling performance. Stress Testing: While stress tests push your CPU to its limits, they don’t represent typical usage scenarios. If your CPU only hits 100°C during these tests and not during regular use, it’s generally not a cause for concern. I attached article that contains useful information. Kindly check it below.
Information about Temperature for Intel® Processors
Randy T.
Intel Customer Support Technician
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Hello SatishS,
I hope you had the opportunity to review the information I posted. At your earliest convenience, please let me know so we can determine the best course of action to resolve this matter efficiently.
Randy T
Intel Customer Support Technician
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Thanks for your inputs. I happened to change thermal paste. Old one was almost gone and scrapped towards the sides.
Now there temperature even during stress test has dropped to 80 C to 88 C and thermal throttling has stopped.
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Hello SatishS,
Thank you for your update. I'm glad to hear that changing the thermal paste resolved the issue and that the temperatures have dropped to a more manageable range, stopping the thermal throttling.
As the issue is now resolved, I will go ahead and close this inquiry.
Should you encounter any further issues or need additional assistance please submit a new question, as this thread will no longer be monitored.
Randy T
Intel Customer Support Technician

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