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Idle temps mean nothing, you should check your load temps as that is what you need to make sure are safe. The 9700 is a sub par cooler but if your load temps are in check then you have nothing to worry about. Run Prime95 and check temps with Coretemp and get back to us.
In reality if you check the Intel CPU forum for what the max temps are for the 8400 you would be better off. However if they determine you are looking a little high them come back and we can get set you on the right track for a better cooling setup.
Best of luck!
EDIT: Just did a quick look anything under 60c during full load is stellar even overclocked.
Originally Posted by spRICE I have a zalman CNPS 9700 LED with AS5 and right now i am getting temps of 26c at stock everything with my e8400. That is around 5 degrees above ambient. Is this the best i can get out of my cooler or can i get my temps any better? Any help is appreciated |
In reality if you check the Intel CPU forum for what the max temps are for the 8400 you would be better off. However if they determine you are looking a little high them come back and we can get set you on the right track for a better cooling setup.
Best of luck!
EDIT: Just did a quick look anything under 60c during full load is stellar even overclocked.
