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My E5200 @ 3.72GHz runs at stock voltages (lucky, I know) and is cooled by a Zalman CNPS9700. When installed last year, I carefully applied the supplied Zalman thermal paste. My case also has good airflow (4x120mm & 1x140mm fan).
I have experienced no problems, but having since read some other posts wondered if I should try re-seating the cooler at some point. The 2 cores idle around ~40oC, and max out around ~60oC.
I know this is not too high in general terms, but considering my set-up do you think I should be getting lower temps?
I have experienced no problems, but having since read some other posts wondered if I should try re-seating the cooler at some point. The 2 cores idle around ~40oC, and max out around ~60oC.
I know this is not too high in general terms, but considering my set-up do you think I should be getting lower temps?