CPU and Motherboard Temps on i5-6600k

chip1228

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I recently built a new pc :
Intel i5-6600k
Asus Z170-AR
Corsair H55 watercooling closed loop

What should my the temp of the CPU and motherboard be around?

right now with game running and web browser open I'm at:
CPU 109'F/42'C
Motherboard 86'F/30'C
PCH 123'F/51'C

Are these numbers right or is my cpu cooling system not working correctly? Can you recommend a better single radiator? I dont overclock my motherboard...

Thanks any insight or suggestions are welcome.
 
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I have tried water cooling with the H100i and the H55, both yeilded almost the same results.
CPU STRESSED: 38-42c
CPU IDLE: 27-32c
AMBIENT: 20c
Judging by the readings, i'd say your system is running the way it should and the temps are completely normal, although...

I have tried water cooling with the H100i and the H55, both yeilded almost the same results.
CPU STRESSED: 38-42c
CPU IDLE: 27-32c
AMBIENT: 20c
Judging by the readings, i'd say your system is running the way it should and the temps are completely normal, although, you could achieve lower temps by 2-3c by adding more airflow to the case. Setup i tested with: Two 120 Front, 1 120 Top, 1 120 Back. Top back: exhaust, 2 front intake.
 
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