How Hot should My CPU when Overclocking?

[huntinman13]

Hi, I'm running a I-5 3570k at 4.4 Ghz right now with a Cooler Master 212 EVO. It never goes over 70c running Prime 95 and I was wondering if that sounds about right?

 

[Operant]

That is perfectly fine. The absolute maximum is 105C but you should never get near that. Upper 80s is my limit for prime testing.

 

[huntinman13]

This is mine after 12 Mins of Prime.

 

[Mandrake4565]

 

[huntinman13]

One more thing, Completely off topic but do ya'll think my 630w PSU can handle Crossfire? I'm thinking about buying another 7850.

 

[ssjwizard]

What 630W PSU is it? If its a high quality unit Id say probably, if its an average quality unit Id say possibly but proceed with caution.

Edit I see PSU in the sig now. Im not sure Id trust a roswell PSU to hold that load. If it were a seasonic, enermax, or a handful of other tried and true units I would say absolutely. Roswell units rarely get reviewed by the big dog PSU reviewers theres probably a reason for that.

 

[huntinman13]

Its a Rosewill Green 80+ Psu

 

[wingman99]

Its a Rosewill Green 80+ Psu

I found a good review on that PSU and it has over current protection also, it will shut down if overloaded.

Hardwaresecrets Rosewill-Green-Series-630-W-RG630-S12-Power-Supply-Review

 

[huntinman13]

Ok thanks I'm gunna go ahead and crossfire it then