cpu high frequency

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  1. J

    Question How to fix high CPU frequency and overheating?

    The problem I am facing is that the CPU frequency is high for some reason, without overclocking. I addressed this issue before, by changing the limit in BIOS, but it changed back. My CPU is also overheating, probably due to the high frequency. The CPU usage is low, within 1-10%. The frequency...
  2. xslabs.sai

    Question Ryzen 5 5600X CPU always running at boost clock (4.2 GHz) even when idle, temps are running high

    CPU: Ryzen 5 5600X Motherboard: MSI B450 Gaming PLUS Max Cooler: Stock, Wraith Stealth 65W Cooler I upgraded from an R3 1300X to R5 5600X today. I booted it up and looked at MSI Afterburner, which told me CPU temps are 80 C when idle. So I thought I didn't apply the thermal paste properly and...
  3. S

    Question Dell 5482 2in1 Laptop extremely slow, very high cpu frequency even at idle and mouse flickering.

    Dell 5482 2in1 Laptop extremely slow, very high cpu frequency even at idle and mouse flickering. I did a clean windows install but the issue is still occurring. The issue does not happen all the time. But when it happens the laptop heats up significantly causing the fans to spin loudly, the...