i7 4790k running at 90c??

[Luke Ax]

Hey guys,

My technical knowledge is lacking and that's probably the reason why I'm having a hard time resolving my "issue." I recently built my first Intel PC (third build in total) and I noticed I'm running at about 90c when I'm playing games (mostly GTA V on high graphics settings). I have attached screen shots of my current setup of hardware as well as some "core" info.

What my hardware setup does not show is I have a Corair H100i also hooked up with some AS5 thermal paste.

Any reason why I would be running so hot? I have 5 fans running inside the case and my room is very cold. It's wire tucked really well (my best job so far!) so I don't think airflow is the issue.

Any advice would be appreciated.

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[Sergeant_Sneaky]

Is the cooler making full, tight contact with the CPU?
I believe the h100i's have some sort of issue, with a backplate or something causing overheating?

 

[Luke Ax]

I'll double check the connection this evening after work after things start heating up.

By the way, I was idling at 32-35c with the stock thermal paste and now after the AS5 I'm at 39-41c. Maybe it needs time to settle in? But that wouldn't explain why I shoot to 90c during a game....

Like I said, I'll check the H100i connection later this evening but I'm pretty certain it's a tight fit.