q6600 core temps

[yakamaster]

my q6600 overclocked to 3ghz using stock cooler shows idle temp 49-53C.full load it goes above 70C..will these temps cause a problem?will they shorten life time of processor?

 

[unknownofprob]

those temps are withing operating temperature and are safe. though 70 degrees sounds like mayhem and all, but it isn't. 70 degrees may shorten lifetime by a small margin but not by a whole lot. There should be no problem caused, no.

Though I would suggest buying a cheap CPU cooler if you would like more reasonable temps, around ~$20.

Hope this helps.

 

[yakamaster]

Can you recommend me a cooler?for 20 bucks?is should also fit for lga1155 cos i hope to buy an i5 later

 

[unknownofprob]

This is good, and $16. It is not a cooler for OC, but will keep your CPU at good temps.

Rosewill RCX-Z300 92mm Ball CPU Cooler
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835200034

Will support both sockets 775 and 1155, meaning it'll work now and for your upgrade later.

 

[yakamaster]

thanx for your help