Better cooling for AMD Fx 8350

[waggs1999]

I have an AMD FX8350 being cooled by a Thermaltake Water 2.0 Pro. At idle it is about 30c but at 100% load it quickly in about 10 seconds climbs to over 55c and hits 60c shortly after. The peak thermal tolerance for the 8350 is about 62 at core. The test was done using Prime95 and IntelBurn. The IntelBurn test did not get as hot as the Prime95 did. It still concerns me since the tests where done at stock settings. Any thoughts on what I can do or recommendations on a better closed loop cooling system?

 

[kooks147]

I have an AMD FX8350 being cooled by a Thermaltake Water 2.0 Pro. At idle it is about 30c but at 100% load it quickly in about 10 seconds climbs to over 55c and hits 60c shortly after. The peak thermal tolerance for the 8350 is about 62 at core. The test was done using Prime95 and IntelBurn. The IntelBurn test did not get as hot as the Prime95 did. It still concerns me since the tests where done at stock settings. Any thoughts on what I can do or recommendations on a better closed loop cooling system?

that is waaaaaaay to high for even a closed loop system try re applying thermal paste correctly there are many methods if you want another closed loop go with the h100i i have an h80i with the 8350 at 4.7 GHz oc and the highest temps i see is 62c Im upgrading to a custom loop for better temps though

 

[waggs1999]

I have an AMD FX8350 being cooled by a Thermaltake Water 2.0 Pro. At idle it is about 30c but at 100% load it quickly in about 10 seconds climbs to over 55c and hits 60c shortly after. The peak thermal tolerance for the 8350 is about 62 at core. The test was done using Prime95 and IntelBurn. The IntelBurn test did not get as hot as the Prime95 did. It still concerns me since the tests where done at stock settings. Any thoughts on what I can do or recommendations on a better closed loop cooling system?

that is waaaaaaay to high for even a closed loop system try re applying thermal paste correctly there are many methods if you want another closed loop go with the h100i i have an h80i with the 8350 at 4.7 GHz oc and the highest temps i see is 62c Im upgrading to a custom loop for better temps though

I just put new thermal compound on last night. I used Arctic Silver 5. I may have put on too much I am not sure. I spread a thin layer over the entire CPU, started with a small pea sized in center. I also have noticed while doing Prime95 the temps hit 60 for a minute or two then fell to around 47c then slowly went back up. The load did not change and stayed at 100%. Not sure if this could be a sign of the pump failing or what.

 

[8350rocks]

Sounds like your water circulation is a bit slow...have you checked the pump?

Only other thing I can think of is that the Thermaltake water cooler you bought may be a bargain model, in which case you might actually be better off with air cooling.

Actually, looking on newegg just now, it seems that your model is a small radiator, and relatively cheap. I would get a Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO for $30 and you'll probably see better results. Entry level water coolers are often less effective than mid/high end air coolers. You really need to spend about $70-80 on a water cooling setup to get it to be more effective than the better air coolers.

 

[waggs1999]

Sounds like your water circulation is a bit slow...have you checked the pump?

Only other thing I can think of is that the Thermaltake water cooler you bought may be a bargain model, in which case you might actually be better off with air cooling.

Actually, looking on newegg just now, it seems that your model is a small radiator, and relatively cheap. I would get a Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO for $30 and you'll probably see better results. Entry level water coolers are often less effective than mid/high end air coolers. You really need to spend about $70-80 on a water cooling setup to get it to be more effective than the better air coolers.

I have the Water 2.0 Pro. it is the mid level cooler for that series. It has the same pump as the performance model but a double thick rad. The next step up would be the extreme that uses a double rad. I have an Arctic Freezer 7 Pro laying around some place. You think putting it on would be worth a shot?

 

[8350rocks]

Sounds like your water circulation is a bit slow...have you checked the pump?

Only other thing I can think of is that the Thermaltake water cooler you bought may be a bargain model, in which case you might actually be better off with air cooling.

Actually, looking on newegg just now, it seems that your model is a small radiator, and relatively cheap. I would get a Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO for $30 and you'll probably see better results. Entry level water coolers are often less effective than mid/high end air coolers. You really need to spend about $70-80 on a water cooling setup to get it to be more effective than the better air coolers.

I have the Water 2.0 Pro. it is the mid level cooler for that series. It has the same pump as the performance model but a double thick rad. The next step up would be the extreme that uses a double rad. I have an Arctic Freezer 7 Pro laying around some place. You think putting it on would be worth a shot?

Have you tried a push/pull configuration on your current water cooler? If not, buy 2 fans (the exact same kind) and put them on in a push/pull configuration. That would likely squeeze a bit more out of it.

Also, not familiar with Arctic Freezer 7. Though, if it has a bigger radiator, or more fans, it may be worth trying.

 

[Calculatron]

What temperature monitoring program are you using?

 

[waggs1999]

Sounds like your water circulation is a bit slow...have you checked the pump?

Only other thing I can think of is that the Thermaltake water cooler you bought may be a bargain model, in which case you might actually be better off with air cooling.

Actually, looking on newegg just now, it seems that your model is a small radiator, and relatively cheap. I would get a Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO for $30 and you'll probably see better results. Entry level water coolers are often less effective than mid/high end air coolers. You really need to spend about $70-80 on a water cooling setup to get it to be more effective than the better air coolers.

I have the Water 2.0 Pro. it is the mid level cooler for that series. It has the same pump as the performance model but a double thick rad. The next step up would be the extreme that uses a double rad. I have an Arctic Freezer 7 Pro laying around some place. You think putting it on would be worth a shot?

Have you tried a push/pull configuration on your current water cooler? If not, buy 2 fans (the exact same kind) and put them on in a push/pull configuration. That would likely squeeze a bit more out of it.

Also, not familiar with Arctic Freezer 7. Though, if it has a bigger radiator, or more fans, it may be worth trying.

The Thermaltake water cooler came with two fans. I have them in push pull. The Arctic Freezer is an air cooler. I tried it and it failed. Temps climbed to 64 very fast.

 

[waggs1999]

What temperature monitoring program are you using?

I am using Hardware Monitor, ASUS AI suite, and SpeedFan. Along with CPU-z to monitor all temps, timings and voltages.

 

[pinoyremix]

I use HW Monitor and I also agree with CM Hyper 212 EVO!

 

[Calculatron]

ASUS Ai Suite and Speedfan are prone to showing the CPU Socket temperatures. Did HWMonitor show any additional sets of temperatures, particularly under the CPU component?

EDIT: I'm trying to divine if we are actually looking at the CPU Core temperatures, or not.

 

[waggs1999]

ASUS Ai Suite and Speedfan are prone to showing the CPU Socket temperatures. Did HWMonitor show any additional sets of temperatures, particularly under the CPU component?

EDIT: I'm trying to divine if we are actually looking at the CPU Core temperatures, or not.

Sorry for just getting back to you. And thank you to everyone who has responded. All of the temperatures read the same on all monitoring software for CPU and MB. Also on HWMonitor I did notice a temp reading for AMD FX-8350 "Package". It is sitting around 10c idle right now. Not sure what "package" means. I repositioned the rad last night to the top of the case to allow for more of a gravity fed system. Hope it works. Starting to feel it may be a week pump though. I may be looking into building my own cooling system in a few months.

 

[kooks147]

ASUS Ai Suite and Speedfan are prone to showing the CPU Socket temperatures. Did HWMonitor show any additional sets of temperatures, particularly under the CPU component?

EDIT: I'm trying to divine if we are actually looking at the CPU Core temperatures, or not.

Sorry for just getting back to you. And thank you to everyone who has responded. All of the temperatures read the same on all monitoring software for CPU and MB. Also on HWMonitor I did notice a temp reading for AMD FX-8350 "Package". It is sitting around 10c idle right now. Not sure what "package" means. I repositioned the rad last night to the top of the case to allow for more of a gravity fed system. Hope it works. Starting to feel it may be a week pump though. I may be looking into building my own cooling system in a few months.

a custom loop is the best but most expensive try this http://www.frozencpu.com/products/21236/ex-wat-271/XSPC_Raystorm_750_EX360_Extreme_Universal_CPU_Water_Cooling_Kit_New_Rev_4_Pump_Included_w_Free_Dead-Water.html

cheaper than a custom but still does the job better the closed loops

 

[Calculatron]

Compare that temperature reading, which was displaying 10C, when at full load with the other temperature readings; see if there is any difference.

If you can, get ahold of Coretemp or AMD Overdrive (if you have a Radeon GPU) and compare, as well.

 

[waggs1999]

Compare that temperature reading, which was displaying 10C, when at full load with the other temperature readings; see if there is any difference.

If you can, get ahold of Coretemp or AMD Overdrive (if you have a Radeon GPU) and compare, as well.

I did just install Core Temp before I saw your reply. And also installed PC Wizard 2013. I am running two AMD 7870 MSI Twin Frozriii in crossfire. My board is an ASUS M5A99FX Pro R2. I have not even thought about looking at the AMD Catalyst stuff. Thanks. I will run some more tests with the new monitors running and see what happens.