Your BIOS will often show the CPU Temperature, which may differ from programs like Core Temp, which show Core Temperature. It's an arbitrary scale measured in degrees celsius designed to, in a way, mimic a temperature sensor. 'CPU Temperature' is an actual temperature sensor inside the CPU's socket. 'Core Temperature', on the other hand, isn't really a temperature at all. Monitoring temperatures for AMD processors has long puzzled computer enthusiasts. Unlike most Intel processors, AMD machines will report two temperatures: 'CPU Temperature' and 'Core Temperature.'
Here are a few settings we recommend looking at: To configure some of Core Temp's more useful features, head to Options > Settings. Max value is very important, as it ensures you're getting the correct temperature readings for your CPU. Every processor is a little different, and having an accurate Tj. To double-check, note the model name and number of your processor displayed under 'Processor Information' in the Core Temp window and search for its maximum temperature online. (Usually, it's best to keep it at least 10 to 20 degrees lower than that-and even then, if you're anywhere close, it usually means something is wrong unless you've overclocked your CPU.)įor most modern CPUs, Core Temp should be able to detect the Tj. If your CPU is anywhere near that temperature, it is considered overheating. This is the highest temperature (in Celsius) at which the manufacturer has rated your CPU to run.
