Question cpu socket temp is higher then cpu core temp

[usama-niaz]

my xeon 1220 v2 cpu stays idle around 48 to 50c where the cpu socket itself shows around 74-75c. im using basic cooler nothing fancy
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Pz3eANUa0m1PxNr_d3usOfOhhhc-fO_v/view?usp=share_link

 

[Ralston18]

Any documentation regarding motherboard, cpu, etc.?

What cpu socket temperatures are expected? Basis?

Noted that the software is "Argus Monitor - NOT REGISTERED"

This product?

https://www.argusmonitor.com/

Are you using a free or trial version of the software? Is the version fully functional and/or up-to-date?

 

[usama-niaz]

Any documentation regarding motherboard, cpu, etc.?

What cpu socket temperatures are expected? Basis?

Noted that the software is "Argus Monitor - NOT REGISTERED"

This product?

https://www.argusmonitor.com/

Are you using a free or trial version of the software? Is the version fully functional and/or up-to-date?

thank you for replying
my mobo is asus h61 model bm6820 and yes this software aurgus monitor im using trial version, its not registered but msi after burner shows ingame
cpu temps at 92 degrees thats another problem im having.

 

[Francisco Silva]

Is this problem recent? Or this is a new build because if it is it's probably a bad paste apply or incorrect pressure on the cooler. If this is a old build like 3yrs+ maybe your paste is dry? The socket temp sensor is generally under the cpu so it's not accurate.

 

[Ralston18]

So in the meantime - - - CPU temperatures have increased from the "Max" 75 C values to now being 92 C? Do I understand correctly?

Also: update your post to include full system hardware specs and OS information.

Include PSU: make, model, wattage, age, condition (original to build, new, refurbished, used)? History of heavy gaming use?

Take a look in Task Manager, Resource Monitor, and Process Explorer to determine what all is running on the build.

Look first while not gaming and then again while gaming. Use each of the listed tools but only one tool at a time.

Process Explorer (Microsoft, free):

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/sysinternals/downloads/process-explorer

The objective being to learn more about what all is actually running on the build, what it is doing (or may be trying to do), and whether or not it needs to be running at all.

Especially anything grabbing CPU resources.

 

[CompuTronix]

... xeon 1220 v2 cpu stays idle around 48 to 50c ... cpu socket ... around 74-75c ... basic cooler nothing fancy
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Pz3eANUa0m1PxNr_d3usOfOhhhc-fO_v/view?usp=share_link

... msi after burner shows ingame cpu temps at 92 degrees ...

usama-niaz,

The take-away here is that you're running a "basic cooler" which could mean an Intel stock cooler, and your Core temperatures while gaming are reaching 92° C.

Your Xeon E3-1220v2 is essentially a 22 nanometer 3rd Generation Ivy Bridge i5-3450. If you're running an Intel stock cooler, it should be the 95 Watt TDP version, which has a copper insert in the center that can be seen from the bottom. Intel's 65 Watt TDP version is instead all aluminum, which is inadequate for cooling your E3-1220v2. Both coolers use "push-pins" to attach the cooler to the motherboard, which are notorious for popping loose from the motherboard.

Here's a few items to be aware of:

(1) Socket temperature is unimportant, but Core temperatures are instead critical.

(2) Tjunction or TjMax (Maximum Junction Temperature) which is also called "Throttle Temperature" for your Xeon E3-1220v2 is 105°C, however, Core temperatures above 85°C are not recommended.

(3) If your cooler has push-pins, make sure that all 4 pins are completely inserted through the motherboard and securely latched. Use a strong light to very carefully compare each pin to its neighbor on the back of the motherboard. 1 loose pin is all it takes to drive Core temperatures into the 90s or higher.

My bet is that you're using a stock Intel cooler which is the 65 Watt version instead of the 95 Watt version, or it's not properly seated and latched, or both.

Although installing a push-pin cooler may seem like a no-brainer, they can be frustratingly difficult to get them properly seated and latched, as even the most experienced of us have had problems with them. There are plenty of videos to help you successfully install a push-pin cooler, so please make use of them if needed.

CT