Is 70c too hot for CPU when gaming?

[theworstpersonever]

I have an Intel i5-3470 3.20GHz CPU with a stock cooler. When i play game like Heroes and Generals, it goes up to 72c. When my PC is idle, it goes around 30 and 40 degrees. Is it a safe temperature or i should upgrade coolers and changing thermal paste? I also wonder if a better psu like 400w or 500w can reduce heat? (Sorry for my bad english)

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

No need to upgrade the cooler or change PSU those temps are good and perfectly safe.

 

[why_wolf]

70-80c is normal range for a CPU under full load. Only worry about temps over 80c.

PSU has nothing to do with CPU temperature.

 

[Deleted member 1560910]

I think just because they are safe doesnt mean your CPU is not degrading faster than a CPU that is cooler. There are better performing heat sinks out there for under 40 dollars that will perform pretty close to any corsair liquid cooler. As just a note check the CPU fan and make sure it isnt stuffed up with dust