{"id":51279,"date":"2024-10-15T23:52:57","date_gmt":"2024-10-15T23:52:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/?p=51279"},"modified":"2025-10-17T00:27:56","modified_gmt":"2025-10-17T00:27:56","slug":"how-to-check-and-monitor-cpu-temperature-on-your-windows-10-11-pc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-check-and-monitor-cpu-temperature-on-your-windows-10-11-pc\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Check and Monitor CPU Temperature on Your Windows 10\/11 PC?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Modern CPUs, or central processing units, perform billions of operations per second. Combine this with our growing love for multitasking (who doesn\u2019t like to run a YouTube video in the background while browsing) and PC games becoming <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/the-most-demanding-pc-games-of-pushing-hardware-to-the-limits\/\">more and more demanding<\/a>, and it\u2019s no wonder why they still tend to overheat.<\/p>\n<p>While CPUs operate within safe temperature ranges most of the time, prolonged exposure to high temperatures can lead to system instability and , in most extreme cases, even physical damage.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why it\u2019s also important to know how to monitor the CPU temperature in real time\u2014to know your system better and be able to take timely measures to prevent overheating.<\/p>\n<p>In this guide, I\u2019ll show you how to check the temperature of your CPU , talk about the reasons that can lead to your CPU running hot, and compare the CPU temperature monitoring tools so that you can choose one that fits your needs. And trust me, it\u2019s not that hard.<\/p>\n<div class=\"cta-block cta-block_main\" data-cta-type=\"main\" data-cta-position=\"top\">\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__heading lazyload\" data-bg=\"\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/auslogics-milenium\/assets\/images\/icons\/product\/chillmate.svg\">Download Auslogics ChillMate<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__text\">Protect your CPU and other hardware from overheating, extend battery life, get your fans running quieter and help your laptop last longer with this smart tool.<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__btn-group\">\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__download-btn\" href=\"\/en\/software\/chillmate\/after-download\/\">Download for Free<\/a>\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__learn-more\" href=\"\/en\/software\/chillmate\/\">Learn More<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__privacy\">\r\n        <a href=\"\/en\/legal\/\">Privacy Policy<\/a>&#8195;&#8194;\r\n        <a href=\"\/en\/eula\/\">EULA<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<h2>Signs That Your PC\u2019s CPU Is Overheating<\/h2>\n<p>Before anything else ,how do you tell if your CPU is operating outside its normal temperature? Here are a few common symptoms of an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/why-is-my-computer-overheating-top-reasons-and-effective-fixes\/\">overheating computer<\/a>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lags and performance issues:<\/b> If you notice a sudden decrease in your system\u2019s performance, frequent lags, or delays in executing tasks, it could be a sign of CPU overheating.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Unexpected shutdowns:<\/b> Overheating may trigger your PC to shut down unexpectedly as a protective measure to prevent damage. If your computer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/pc-turns-off-without-warning-fixed\/\">regularly powers off <\/a> without warning, overheating could be the cause.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Loud fan noises:<\/b> When the CPU temperature rises, cooling fans start working harder to dissipate heat. Unusually loud or continuous fan noises may indicate that your system is struggling to maintain a safe temperature.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>While some of those may as well be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/know-windows-10-computer-infected\/\">signs of malware<\/a>, chances are that your processor needs help . Ok, that\u2019s clear, but what is considered a normal CPU temp? We\u2019re about to find out.<\/p>\n<h2>What Is a Normal CPU Temperature?<\/h2>\n<p>Well, it depends on the processor model and the tasks you\u2019re throwing at it . A safe, optimal CPU temperature range for most <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/amd-vs-intel-which-cpu-is-right-for-you-heres-a-detailed-processor-comparison\/\">Intel and AMD processors <\/a> is between 40\u00b0C (104\u00b0F) and 70\u00b0C (158\u00b0F) under normal workloads.<\/p>\n<p>However, more intensive tasks, like gaming or video rendering, may push this range to 70\u00b0C\u201380\u00b0C (158\u00b0F\u2013176\u00b0F) .<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>\ud83d\udccc Not sure what CPU you have? Check out this guide: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-check-what-cpu-do-i-have-on-my-windows-pc\/\">How to Check What CPU Do I Have on My Windows PC? <\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>When under load, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.intel.com\/content\/www\/us\/en\/ark\/products\/series\/122139\/intel-core-processors.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Intel processors <\/a> tend to run hotter, as they are known for pushing higher clock speeds and consuming more power. Their maximum operating temperatures (Tjmax) can reach up to 100\u00b0C (212\u00b0F).<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amd.com\/en\/products\/specifications\/processors.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">AMD processors<\/a>, designed for better power efficiency, typically run cooler, with temperatures generally peaking at around 95\u00b0C (203\u00b0F). These figures can vary based on specific models and cooling setups, so monitoring your CPU temperature is key.<\/p>\n<p><b>What is a good CPU temp<\/b><b> by processor family?<\/b><\/p>\n<div class=\"wrapper-table\">\n<table style=\"height: 257px;\" width=\"799\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th><b>Processor family<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Normal operating temp (idle\/load)<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Tjmax (max operating temp)<\/b><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Intel Core (i3-i9)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>30\u00b0C\u201380\u00b0C (86\u00b0F\u2013176\u00b0F)<\/td>\n<td>100\u00b0C (212\u00b0F)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Intel Xeon<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>30\u00b0C\u201370\u00b0C (86\u00b0F\u2013158\u00b0F)<\/td>\n<td>85\u00b0C (185\u00b0F)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>AMD Ryzen (Ryzen 3-Ryzen 9)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>30\u00b0C\u201380\u00b0C (86\u00b0F\u2013176\u00b0F)<\/td>\n<td>95\u00b0C (203\u00b0F)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>Upon reaching and passing Tjmax, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/what-is-cpu-throttling-explained-in-detail\/\">CPU throttling <\/a> occurs, reducing the voltage on your processor to lower the temperature and prevent overheating. Also remember that prolonged operation at temperatures over 80\u00b0C\u201385\u00b0C (176\u00b0F\u2013185\u00b0F) can affect your CPU lifespan, degrade performance, and lead to system instability.<\/p>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__heading\">What is a normal CPU temperature during gaming?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\"><\/p>\n<p>While the exact figures can vary depending on factors like the specific processor model, cooling solution, and the intensity of the game being played, generally, a CPU temperature range between 65\u00b0C (149 \u00b0F ) and 85\u00b0C (185 \u00b0F ) during games is considered safe.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/winning-strategies-how-to-optimize-your-pc-for-high-performance-gaming\/\">High-end gaming setups <\/a> with robust cooling solutions may keep temperatures towards the lower end of this range, while less powerful systems or those in demanding gaming scenarios may experience temperatures closer to the upper limit.<\/p>\n<p>That said, you shouldn\u2019t neglect monitoring your CPU temperature while playing, and remember that sustained temperatures above the safe range could lead to long-term damage. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<h2>Before Anything Else<\/h2>\n<p>The CPU is the powerhouse behind your computer\u2019s operations. Even if you\u2019re not mining crypto or making it perform endless AI-related calculations per second, there are still a number of more conventional ways to warm up your processor; one of them is gaming.<\/p>\n<p>Although modern games generally rely more heavily on the GPU than the CPU, there are a few, such as Star Citizen, Total War: Warhammer 2, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/dealing-with-cyberpunk-2077-overheating-best-practices-and-solutions\/\">Cyberpunk 2077<\/a>, which, along with video editing and decoding software, are among the most CPU-intensive tasks for your PC.<\/p>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">Additionally, as a PC or laptop ages , the thermal paste wears out and its components start producing more heat, meaning the older it gets, the harder it is to cool the processor. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>With that in mind, it\u2019s important to know how to check the temperature of your CPU when running resource-demanding operations or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/why-is-my-computer-fan-so-loud-proven-solutions-to-stop-fan-noise\/\">hearing loud fan noises <\/a> and monitor it to ensure your processor performs well and stays within safe temperature ranges.<\/p>\n<p>But before anything else, it\u2019s worth checking if high CPU temperature is caused by increased processor workload in Task Manager.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s quite easy; simply follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Right-click anywhere on the taskbar and select <i>Task Manager.<\/i><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Go to the <i>Performance<\/i> tab and select <i>CPU<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Task-Manager-Performance-and-Utilization.png\" alt=\"Task Manager Performance and Utilization\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>Now, look at the figures under the graph. If you notice sustained CPU utilization of 90% and higher , it could well be the reason for increased heat generation . Consider stopping unnecessary apps from running in the background to reduce the load on your processor.<\/p>\n<p>Now, let\u2019s explore how to check your PC temperature using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/check-bios-manage-fixed\/\">the BIOS <\/a> and how to monitor it using more feature-rich solutions.<\/p>\n<div class=\"cta-block cta-block_main\" data-cta-type=\"main\" data-cta-position=\"middle\">\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__heading lazyload\" data-bg=\"\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/auslogics-milenium\/assets\/images\/icons\/product\/chillmate.svg\">Download Auslogics ChillMate<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__text\">Protect your CPU and other hardware from overheating, extend battery life, get your fans running quieter and help your laptop last longer with this smart tool.<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__btn-group\">\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__download-btn\" href=\"\/en\/software\/chillmate\/after-download\/\">Download for Free<\/a>\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__learn-more\" href=\"\/en\/software\/chillmate\/\">Learn More<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__privacy\">\r\n        <a href=\"\/en\/legal\/\">Privacy Policy<\/a>&#8195;&#8194;\r\n        <a href=\"\/en\/eula\/\">EULA<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<h2><strong>How to Check the CPU Temperature in the BIOS<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>If you want to see the CPU temp in Windows 11 or 10 without installing any apps, you can do that in the BIOS. Here\u2019s how:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Save any ongoing work and restart your computer.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">During the boot-up process, press the designated key <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/check-bios-manage-fixed\/\">to enter the BIOS<\/a>. Depending on your computer\u2019s manufacturer, it would commonly be <code>F2, F10, F12, ESC,<\/code> or <code>DEL<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Once inside the BIOS interface, navigate to the section that contains hardware information. This is often labeled as <i>Hardware Monitor <\/i>, <i>PC Health <\/i>, or similar, depending on your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/what-are-my-motherboard-model-and-serial\/\">motherboard manufacturer<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Look for the CPU temperature reading labeled as <i>CPU Temperature<\/i> or something similar.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/BIOS-CPU-Temperature.png\" alt=\"BIOS CPU Temperature\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\">Image source: superuser.com<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">The BIOS interface doesn\u2019t provide real-time temperature data like specialized apps, but only a snapshot of the current CPU temperature. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<h2>How to Check and Monitor the Temperature of the CPU Using First-party Apps<\/h2>\n<p>Unlike the BIOS, specialized applications allow you to not only check the current temperature of your CPU but to keep track of it in real-time. Some of them offer additional metrics , such as fan speed, GPU temperature, and system voltages.<\/p>\n<p>For starters, two major CPU manufacturers, Intel and AMD, have their own software tools that allow for checking and monitoring CPU temperature.<\/p>\n<p>So let\u2019s first see what both companies have to offer. First of all, you need <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-check-what-cpu-do-i-have-on-my-windows-pc\/\">to identify your processor manufacturer<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how to do it:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Type <code>about <\/code>\u00a0in the taskbar search box and select <i>About your PC. <\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/About-Your-PC.png\" alt=\"About Your PC\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Look for <i>Processor <\/i> under <i>Device specifications <\/i> on the right side to identify your CPU model.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Processor-Info.png\" alt=\"Processor Info\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>If it\u2019s Intel, like mine, you need to use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.intel.com\/content\/www\/us\/en\/download\/17881\/intel-extreme-tuning-utility-intel-xtu.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Intel Extreme Tuning Utility <\/a> (or Intel XTU). If it\u2019s AMD, then your choice is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amd.com\/en\/products\/software\/ryzen-master.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Ryzen Master <\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amd.com\/en\/products\/software\/adrenalin.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition <\/a> that has an overlay feature.<\/p>\n<p>Now, let\u2019s take a closer look at how you can check and monitor the CPU temperature using these apps, and then check out the third-party solutions.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Intel XTU<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Intel XTU not only allows you to check and monitor CPU temperature but also provides advanced options , such as tuning core ratios and adjusting voltages, if you\u2019re in for overclocking or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/what-is-undervolting-a-cpu-explained-in-detail\/\">CPU undervolting<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_PC.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">How to use:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intel.com\/content\/www\/us\/en\/download\/17881\/intel-extreme-tuning-utility-intel-xtu.html\">Download and install Intel XTU<\/a>, and open the app.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">The interface will provide you with various options for tuning, benchmarking, and monitoring your Intel processor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Intel-XTU.png\" alt=\"Download and install Intel XTU , and open the app \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>While Intel XTU is primarily designed for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-overclock-the-cpu-to-make-a-pc-faster\/\">overclocking <\/a> and performance tuning, it allows you to monitor the CPU temperature in real time , among other performance indicators in the lower bar (shown as <i>Package Temperature<\/i>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Intel-XTU-2.png\" alt=\"Intel XTU allows to monitor CPU temperature in real time\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pros-cons\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__choose\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Pros:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_pros\">\r\n \t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Simple, easy-to-use interface<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Includes overclocking tools<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__avoid\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Cons:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_cons\">\r\n\t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Only works with Intel CPUs<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">No overlay feature<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_Fair-Performance-Evaluation.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">Suitable for gaming:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>No, Intel XTU doesn\u2019t have an overlay feature to view your real-time CPU temperature. The only option is to run the app in the background in a separate window, but that\u2019s not quite convenient.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_Agency.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">What users say:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Users praise Intel XTU for its ease of use and overclocking capabilities but are quite <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/overclocking\/comments\/18z0kwt\/comment\/kgfvloc\/?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=web3x&amp;utm_name=web3xcss&amp;utm_term=1&amp;utm_content=share_button\">skeptical about its benchmark tool <\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong>AMD Ryzen Master<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Ryzen Master\u2019s interface, just like Intel\u2019s, also offers additional metrics like CPU clock speed, voltage, and more, allowing for overclocking and undervolting.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_PC.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">How to use:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amd.com\/en\/products\/software\/ryzen-master.html#:~:text=and%20peak%20readings.-,Download,-This%20release%20of\">Download and install Ryzen Master <\/a>, and open the app.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Look for <i>Temperature<\/i> on the left side of the app\u2019s interface to see the current CPU temperature displayed in real time. Under the current temperature, you can see the maximum temperature for your processor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AMD-Ryzen-Master.png\" alt=\"AMD Ryzen Master\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\">Image source: amd.com<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pros-cons\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__choose\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Pros:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_pros\">\r\n \t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Detailed monitoring and overclocking features<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">User-friendly interface<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__avoid\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Cons:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_cons\">\r\n\t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Only supports Ryzen CPUs<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">No overlay feature<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_Fair-Performance-Evaluation.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">Suitable for gaming:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>No, just like Intel XTU, it doesn\u2019t have an overlay feature to monitor the CPU temperature in real time.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_Agency.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">What users say:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Most users on Reddit agree that AMD Ryzen Master is better used for monitoring and testing rather than overclocking. Plus, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/AMDHelp\/comments\/1ahaadl\/what_is_going_on_with_ryzen_master\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">the app is reported to glitch <\/a> from time to time, which can make it feel unreliable.<\/p>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">AMD offers different versions for Ryzen 3000 series CPUs and newer and Ryzen 2000 series and older. Make sure to download the right version for your processor. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>\ud83d\udccc Also read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/fixing-amd-software-has-stopped-working\/\">How to Update AMD Drivers<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Both apps allow you to check and monitor the CPU temperature to ensure it stays within safe operating limits and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/ultimate-guide-how-to-stop-a-laptop-from-overheating\/\">prevent overheating<\/a>. But while you can keep them running in the background during gaming to monitor your CPU temperature and other metrics, none of them offers a convenient overlay.<\/p>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__heading\">Important!<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">With all the good stuff you can get from both Intel XTU and AMD Ryzen Master, it\u2019s important to remember that they are primarily designed for overclocking and use them responsibly, avoiding extreme settings that could lead to overheating or instability. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong>AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition offers a user-friendly interface for monitoring AMD hardware, including the CPU and GPU. It provides real-time monitoring with an in-game overlay and additional features, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/quick-tips-how-to-control-cpu-fan-speed-on-windows-pcs\/\">fan speed control<\/a>, built in.<\/p>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AMD-Software.png\" alt=\"AMD Software\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\">Image source: amd.com<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_PC.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">How to use:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amd.com\/en\/support\/download\/drivers.html\">Download and install AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition<\/a>. On that page, you will need to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/check-graphics-card-on-windows-10\/\">select your graphics card <\/a> from the list first to be able to download the app.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Launch the app, and on the home screen, click on the <i>Performance <\/i> tab.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Here, you can view CPU and GPU temperatures, fan speeds, and other performance data in real time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AMD-Software-Performance.png\" alt=\"Click on the Performance tab\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\">Image source: amd.com<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>To launch the overlay feature, click on <i>Overlay <\/i> in the right-side pane, enable the <i>CPU Temp <\/i> metric gauge, and toggle the <i>Show Metrics Overlay <\/i> option.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AMD-Software-Show-Metrics-Overlay.png\" alt=\"AMD Software Show Metrics Overlay\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\">Images source: amd.com<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pros-cons\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__choose\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Pros:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_pros\">\r\n \t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Simple and intuitive interface<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Built-in optimization tools for both CPU and GPU<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">In-game overlay for real-time CPU temperature monitoring<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__avoid\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Cons:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_cons\">\r\n\t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Only available for AMD hardware<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Limited customization compared to other tools<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_Fair-Performance-Evaluation.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">Suitable for gaming:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, with the in-game overlay feature, AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition allows you to monitor CPU temperature and other key metrics while gaming.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_Agency.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">What users say:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Users appreciate the app\u2019s ease of use and integration with AMD hardware, but some mention that its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/Amd\/comments\/11o0jje\/adrenaline_overlay_dropping_510_performance\/\">overlay function is negatively affecting FPS <\/a>, which is not good for gaming.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>\ud83d\udccc Also read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-view-and-improve-frames-per-second-fps-on-windows\/\">How to Check and Increase FPS on a Windows PC <\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<div class=\"notebox\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition is compatible with AMD Ryzen processors with Radeon graphics, AMD Ryzen PRO processors, AMD Athlon processors with Radeon graphics, and AMD Athlon PRO processors. <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>Just like the previous two apps, AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition is mostly designed for overclocking, but its overlay feature makes it more suitable for keeping tabs on your processor\u2019s current temperature during various tasks.<\/p>\n<p>In the next section, I\u2019ll be showing you how to check and monitor the computer temperature using third-party monitoring tools .<\/p>\n<div class=\"cta-block cta-block_main\" data-cta-type=\"main\" data-cta-position=\"middle\">\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__heading lazyload\" data-bg=\"\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/auslogics-milenium\/assets\/images\/icons\/product\/chillmate.svg\">Download Auslogics ChillMate<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__text\">Protect your CPU and other hardware from overheating, extend battery life, get your fans running quieter and help your laptop last longer with this smart tool.<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__btn-group\">\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__download-btn\" href=\"\/en\/software\/chillmate\/after-download\/\">Download for Free<\/a>\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__learn-more\" href=\"\/en\/software\/chillmate\/\">Learn More<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__privacy\">\r\n        <a href=\"\/en\/legal\/\">Privacy Policy<\/a>&#8195;&#8194;\r\n        <a href=\"\/en\/eula\/\">EULA<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<h2>How to Check and Monitor the Temperature of the CPU Using Third-party Applications<\/h2>\n<p>Now that we know that processor manufacturers offer specialized tools that are quite \u201cheavy\u201d for simple CPU temperature monitoring and more suited for overclocking, let\u2019s go over some third-party apps that may make this process easier.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>MSI Afterburner<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>This highly customizable tool is perfect if you want real-time temperature monitoring for both CPU and GPU. However, its complex interface can be challenging for beginners.<\/p>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/MSI-Afterburner.png\" alt=\"MSI Afterburner\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_PC.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">How to use:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.msi.com\/Landing\/afterburner\/graphics-cards\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Download and install MSI Afterburner<\/a>. During the installation, you will be prompted to install RivaTuner as well. Do that, otherwise you won\u2019t be able to run the overlay with real-time CPU temperature data.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Run the app and click the button that looks like a monitor on the left side of the app window. This will launch the hardware monitor, where you can track all sorts of metrics, including the CPU temperature, in real time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/MSI-Afterburner-Hardware-Monitor.png\" alt=\"MSI Afterburner Hardware Monitor\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">To launch the overlay and monitor the CPU temperature during gaming or while using certain apps, click on the gear-shaped button in the main window and go to the <i>Monitoring <\/i> tab.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Locate <i>CPU temperature<\/i> under <i>Active hardware monitoring graphs<\/i>, click it, and then check the <i>Show in On-Screen Display<\/i> box.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/MSI-Afterburner-On-Screen-Display-CPU-Temp.png\" alt=\"MSI Afterburner On-Screen Display CPU Temp\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Then, go to the <i>On-Screen Display <\/i> tab, click <i>More <\/i> in the bottom of the window, and make sure the <i>Show On-Screen Display <\/i> button under <i>General properties <\/i> is switched on. You can also customize the looks of this on-screen display here.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/MSI-Afterburner-On-Screen-Display-Settings.png\" alt=\"MSI Afterburner On-Screen Display Settings\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>You can now monitor the CPU temperature in games and apps in real time. It will be displayed in the upper left corner of the game or app window.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/MSI-Afterburner-CPU-Temp.png\" alt=\"MSI Afterburner CPU\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pros-cons\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__choose\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Pros:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_pros\">\r\n \t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Highly customizable<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Supports both GPU and CPU monitoring<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Features the on-screen display for real-time tracking<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__avoid\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Cons:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_cons\">\r\n\t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Can be overwhelming for beginners due to its complex interface<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_Fair-Performance-Evaluation.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">Suitable for gaming:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, MSI Afterburner is great for gaming as it offers an in-game overlay that shows real-time temperature monitoring for both CPU and GPU.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_Agency.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">What users say:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Generally, MSI Afterburner gets positive reviews on Reddit and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/GamingLaptops\/comments\/17al9qw\/good_softwares_to_monitor_temps\/\">is recommended by users <\/a> as a reliable and trustworthy solution to monitor the CPU temperature with a convenient overlay feature.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong>NZXT CAM<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nzxt.com\/software\/cam\">NZXT CAM <\/a>nicely balances simplicity and functionality. The app features all the necessary tools for CPU monitoring, such as temperature, clock speed, and load. And it looks cool, too!<\/p>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/NZXT-CAM.png\" alt=\"NZXT CAM\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_PC.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">How to use:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nzxt-app.nzxt.com\/NZXT-CAM-Setup.exe\">Download and install NZXT CAM<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Launch the app and monitor CPU temps right from the dashboard or click on the CPU window to open the <i>CPU Details<\/i> window and get more info on your processor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/NZXT-CAM-CPU.png\" alt=\"Open the <i>CPU Details<\/i> window\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>To launch the overlay and monitor the CPU temperature during gaming, go to <i>Settings &gt; Mini Mode <\/i>. Scroll down and make sure the <i>CPU Temperature <\/i> box is checked under <i>Panels<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/NZXT-CAM-Settings-Mini-Mode-Panels.png\" alt=\"Scroll down and make sure the CPU Temperature box is checked under Panels\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Scroll back up and click <i>Launch Mini Mode <\/i> in the upper right corner of the window.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/NZXT-CAM-Settings-Mini-Mode.png\" alt=\"NZXT CAM Settings Mini Mode\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>The CPU temperature will be displayed in a transparent window in the upper left corner of the screen.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/NZXT-CAM-Mini-Mode.png\" alt=\"NZXT CAM Mini Mode\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pros-cons\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__choose\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Pros:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_pros\">\r\n \t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Sleek, intuitive interface<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Multi-hardware support (CPU, GPU, etc.)<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Game overlay feature<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__avoid\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Cons:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_cons\">\r\n\t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Large size (over 450MB)<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Some users report inaccurate readings<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_Fair-Performance-Evaluation.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">Suitable for gaming:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, the Mini Mode feature that shows the CPU temperature and other metrics during gameplay makes NZXT CAM a decent pick for gamers.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_Agency.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">What users say:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Despite NZXT CAM\u2019s nice-looking design and ease of use, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trustpilot.com\/review\/www.nzxt.com?search=CAM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">user reviews on Trustpilot <\/a> are far from complimenting. In general, people are quite unhappy with the app\u2019s performance and the customer support.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong>Core Temp<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Core Temp is a lightweight, no-frills app that displays your CPU temperatures instantly, making it a solid choice for basic monitoring. While it\u2019s simple and efficient, it lacks advanced features like overlays.<\/p>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Core-Temp.png\" alt=\"Core Temp\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_PC.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">How to use:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alcpu.com\/CoreTemp\/\">Download and install Core Temp<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Open the app to view CPU temperatures instantly in the app or in the system tray (click <i>Show hidden items<\/i>), which will show the temperature of each CPU core.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Core-Temp-System-Tray.png\" alt=\"Core Temp System Tray\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>If you don\u2019t need to view all cores, you can instruct the app to display only the hottest one. Simply go to <i>Options &gt; Settings &gt; Notification Area <\/i> and click on the <i>Highest temperature <\/i> radio button under <i>Notification area icons <\/i>. Don\u2019t forget to click on <i>Apply <\/i> and <i>OK <\/i> to save changes.<\/p>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Core-Temp-Settings.png\" alt=\"Core Temp Settings\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pros-cons\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__choose\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Pros:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_pros\">\r\n \t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Lightweight and resource-efficient<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Simple and straightforward to use<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__avoid\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Cons:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_cons\">\r\n\t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Lacks overlays<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Basic functionality without additional performance stats<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_Fair-Performance-Evaluation.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">Suitable for gaming:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>No, Core Temp does not have in-game monitoring features, so you cannot track temperatures while gaming.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_Agency.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">What users say:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Generally, Core Temp <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/MiniPCs\/comments\/1bfrl80\/comment\/kv2zoox\/?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=web3x&amp;utm_name=web3xcss&amp;utm_term=1&amp;utm_content=share_button\">has positive references <\/a> from the users and is praised for its reliability and ease of use.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong>AIDA64 Extreme<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Known for its in-depth hardware analysis, AIDA64 Extreme is ideal for advanced users who not only require detailed CPU temperature data but also for benchmarking and overclocking. The free version has its limitations, but it\u2019s still a reliable option for serious hardware enthusiasts.<\/p>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AIDA64-Extreme.png\" alt=\"AIDA64 Extreme\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_PC.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">How to use:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aida64.com\/downloads\/ZGIzNWJkZWY=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Download and install AIDA64<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Open the app and click <i>Sensor<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AIDA64-Extreme-Sensor.png\" alt=\"AIDA64 Extreme Sensor\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>The CPU temperature will be displayed under <i>Temperatures <\/i>, along with other readings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AIDA64-Extreme-CPU-Temperature.png\" alt=\"AIDA64 Extreme CPU Temperature\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>To launch the overlay, click on the <i>OSD <\/i> icon in the upper menu.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AIDA64-Extreme-OSD.png\" alt=\"AIDA64 Extreme OSD\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>You can now play and monitor your CPU temperature and other metrics in real time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/AIDA64-Extreme-Overlay.png\" alt=\"You can now play and monitor your CPU temperature and other metrics in real time \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pros-cons\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__choose\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Pros:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_pros\">\r\n \t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Provides extensive hardware details<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Ideal for advanced users needing in-depth analysis<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__avoid\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Cons:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_cons\">\r\n\t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Can be too much for simple CPU temperature monitoring<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Free version limited to 30 days<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_Fair-Performance-Evaluation.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">Suitable for gaming:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, AIDA64 Extreme offers temperature monitoring that can be used during gaming.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_Agency.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">What users say:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>AIDA64 Extreme gets high marks and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/pcmods\/comments\/1705lot\/comment\/k3kdals\/?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=web3x&amp;utm_name=web3xcss&amp;utm_term=1&amp;utm_content=share_button\">good references from users <\/a> for its usefulness and customization options, even despite a learning curve that might be a bit steep for less experienced users.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong>HWiNFO<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>HWiNFO delivers incredibly detailed monitoring; however, its detailed interface can be a bit overwhelming if you\u2019re only looking for CPU temperature metrics.<\/p>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/HWiNFO-Sensors-Status.png\" alt=\"HWiNFO Sensors Status\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_PC.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">How to use:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hwinfo.com\/download\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Download and install HWiNFO<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Open the app, tick the <i>Sensors-only<\/i> box, and click <i>Start<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/HWiNFO-Start.png\" alt=\"Open the app, tick the Sensors-only box, and click Start\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Scroll down to your CPU and locate <i>CPU Package<\/i>. This is the CPU temperature to monitor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/HWiNFO-CPU-Package.png\" alt=\"Locate CPU Package\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>To launch the overlay, click on the gear-shaped button in the bottom of the window, go to the <i>OSD <\/i> tab, and tick the <i>Enable OSD <\/i> box.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/HWiNFO-Enable-OSD.png\" alt=\"Click on the gear-shaped button in the bottom of the window, go to the OSD tab, and tick the Enable OSD box \" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Next, find <i>CPU Package <\/i> in the list above, click on it, and tick the <i>Show in OSD as: <\/i> box. Here, you can select to show the overlay as a graph or text, choose where you want to see it on the screen, and customize its looks to suit your preferences. When you\u2019re finished, click <i>OK <\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/HWiNFO-Enable-OSD-CPU-Package.png\" alt=\"HWiNFO Enable OSD CPU Package\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pros-cons\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__choose\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Pros:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_pros\">\r\n \t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Very detailed, advanced monitoring<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Free to use with comprehensive features<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__avoid\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Cons:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_cons\">\r\n\t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Can be overwhelming due to the amount of information presented<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_Agency.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">What users say:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Users\u2019 love for HWiNFO sticks out a mile when you go through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/overclocking\/comments\/19ai3fs\/any_good_lightweight_program_to_monitor_cpugpu\/\">CPU monitoring tool recommendations on Reddit <\/a>. The app is praised for its comprehensive monitoring capabilities and reliability.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_Fair-Performance-Evaluation.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">Suitable for gaming:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes, with some setup, HWiNFO allows CPU temperature monitoring during gameplay.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong>HWMonitor<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>HWMonitor allows you to keep an eye on your CPU temps and a variety of other metrics. However, it doesn\u2019t have an overlay feature and lacks advanced customization options.<\/p>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/HWMonitor.png\" alt=\"HWMonitor\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_PC.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">How to use:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cpuid.com\/downloads\/hwmonitor\/hwmonitor_1.55.exe\">Download and install HWMonitor<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Open the app, locate your processor, and monitor your current CPU temperature next to <i>Package<\/i> under <i>Temperatures<\/i>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/HWMonitor-CPU-Package-Temperature.png\" alt=\"HWMonitor CPU Package Temperature\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pros-cons\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__choose\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Pros:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_pros\">\r\n \t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Simple and easy to use<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Supports various hardware components<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__avoid\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Cons:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_cons\">\r\n\t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">No in-game monitoring or overlays<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_Fair-Performance-Evaluation.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">Suitable for gaming:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>No, HWMonitor does not offer in-game overlays or real-time tracking during gameplay.<\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"benefit\">\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__heading\">\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__image\">\r\n            <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Benefits_Agency.png\" alt=\"IMG\" class=\"lazyload\"\/>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"benefits__title\">What users say:<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"benefits__content\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Users like HWMonitor for its simplicity, but <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/ryzen\/comments\/1dnpqcq\/is_hwmonitor_buggy_or_should_i_be_worried\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">some claim that certain readings may be sometimes inaccurate<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"cta-block cta-block_main\" data-cta-type=\"main\" data-cta-position=\"middle\">\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__heading lazyload\" data-bg=\"\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/auslogics-milenium\/assets\/images\/icons\/product\/chillmate.svg\">Download Auslogics ChillMate<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__text\">Protect your CPU and other hardware from overheating, extend battery life, get your fans running quieter and help your laptop last longer with this smart tool.<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__btn-group\">\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__download-btn\" href=\"\/en\/software\/chillmate\/after-download\/\">Download for Free<\/a>\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__learn-more\" href=\"\/en\/software\/chillmate\/\">Learn More<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__privacy\">\r\n        <a href=\"\/en\/legal\/\">Privacy Policy<\/a>&#8195;&#8194;\r\n        <a href=\"\/en\/eula\/\">EULA<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<h2><strong>CPU Temperature Monitoring Apps: Comparison<\/strong><\/h2>\n<div class=\"wrapper-table\">\n<div class=\"wrapper-table\">\n<div class=\"wrapper-table\">\n<table style=\"height: 393px;\" width=\"952\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th><b>App<\/b><\/th>\n<th>Pros\/Cons<\/th>\n<th><b>Ease of use<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>In-game overlay<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>High CPU temperature alert<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Supported CPUs<\/b><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Intel XTU<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><div class=\"pros-cons\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__choose\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Pros:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_pros\">\r\n \t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Real-time CPU temperature, utilization, and other CPU and memory metrics monitoring<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Supports CPU overclocking\/undervolting<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Includes a benchmarking tool<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Free<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__avoid\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Cons:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_cons\">\r\n\t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Only works with Intel CPUs<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Limited monitoring options compared to most third-party tools<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/td>\n<td>Easy<\/td>\n<td>No<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li>Intel K- and X-series CPUs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>AMD Ryzen Master<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><div class=\"pros-cons\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__choose\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Pros:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_pros\">\r\n \t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Real-time CPU temperature, clock speed, and voltage monitoring<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Supports CPU overclocking\/undervolting<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Free<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__avoid\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Cons:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_cons\">\r\n\t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Only works with Ryzen CPUs<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Limited monitoring options compared to most third-party tools<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/td>\n<td>Easy<\/td>\n<td>No<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li>AMD Ryzen CPUs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><div class=\"pros-cons\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__choose\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Pros:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_pros\">\r\n \t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Real-time monitoring of CPU and GPU temperatures and fan speed control<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Supports CPU, GPU, and VRAM overclocking\/undervolting<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Tuning tools for both CPU and GPU<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Free<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__avoid\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Cons:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_cons\">\r\n\t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Only works with AMD hardware<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Some users report the overlay\u2019s negative effect on FPS in games<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/td>\n<td>Easy<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li>AMD Ryzen\/Athlon CPUs with Radeon graphics<\/li>\n<li>AMD Ryzen PRO\/Athlon PRO CPUs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>MSI Afterburner<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><div class=\"pros-cons\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__choose\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Pros:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_pros\">\r\n \t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Extensive real-time CPU, GPU, memory, and other hardware metrics monitoring and customization<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Highly customizable<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Supports CPU overclocking\/undervolting<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Free<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__avoid\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Cons:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_cons\">\r\n\t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Complex interface<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Can be too much just for CPU temperature monitoring<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/td>\n<td>Moderate<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li>All CPUs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>NZXT CAM<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><div class=\"pros-cons\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__choose\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Pros:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_pros\">\r\n \t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Real-time monitoring of CPU and GPU temperatures, load, clock and fan speeds, RAM, and network<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Sleek UI<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Free<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__avoid\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Cons:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_cons\">\r\n\t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Large size<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Some users report inaccurate readings<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/td>\n<td>Easy<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li>All CPUs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Core Temp<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><div class=\"pros-cons\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__choose\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Pros:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_pros\">\r\n \t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Simple, lightweight, and easy to use<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Built-in overheat protection<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Free<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__avoid\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Cons:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_cons\">\r\n\t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Limited monitoring options compared to other tools<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/td>\n<td>Very Easy<\/td>\n<td>No<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li>All CPUs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>AIDA64 Extreme<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><div class=\"pros-cons\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__choose\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Pros:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_pros\">\r\n \t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Extensive real-time CPU, GPU, memory, and other hardware metrics monitoring and customization<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Highly customizable<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Supports CPU overclocking\/undervolting<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Includes a benchmarking tool<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__avoid\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Cons:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_cons\">\r\n\t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Can be too much for simple CPU temperature monitoring<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Free version limited to 30 days<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/td>\n<td>Moderate<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li>All CPUs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>HWiNFO<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><div class=\"pros-cons\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__choose\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Pros:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_pros\">\r\n \t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Extensive real-time CPU, GPU, memory, and other hardware metrics monitoring<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Highly customizable overlay<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Free<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__avoid\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Cons:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_cons\">\r\n\t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Can be too much for simple CPU temperature monitoring<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/td>\n<td>Moderate<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>Yes<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li>All CPUs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>HWMonitor<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><div class=\"pros-cons\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__choose\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Pros:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_pros\">\r\n \t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Extensive real-time CPU, GPU, memory, and other hardware metrics monitoring<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Simple, lightweight, and easy to use<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Free<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__avoid\">\r\n<div class=\"pros-cons__heading\">Cons:<\/div>\r\n<ul class=\"pros-cons__list pros-cons__list_cons\">\r\n\t<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Some users report inaccurate readings<\/li>\n<li class=\"pros-cons__item\">Free version lacks customization options<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div><\/td>\n<td>Very easy<\/td>\n<td>No<\/td>\n<td>No<\/td>\n<td>\n<ul>\n<li>All CPUs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>As you can see, each app has its pros and cons, and picking the right one depends exclusively on your needs. You can also combine the apps together to take the best out of each. Now that we know how to check and monitor the CPU temp in Windows 10 and 11, let\u2019s see what you can do to prevent your computer from overheating and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-cool-down-your-laptop-overview-of-methods-with-pros-and-cons\/\">keep your laptop or PC cool<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>What to Do if Your PC Is Overheating?<\/h2>\n<p>If your CPU heats up beyond normal levels, the possible reasons are plenty. Let\u2019s go over the most common ones and see what you can do to stop it:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Keep your PC dust-free:<\/b> I believe it\u2019s no surprise that dust has a tendency to accumulate inside things over time if you don\u2019t clean them. Your fans, vents, heat sinks, and other PC\u2019s internals are no exception. So, regularly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/enjoy-a-dust-free-pc-expert-tips-on-how-to-clean-a-computer\/\">clean dust <\/a> from fans and heat sinks with compressed air to ensure normal ventilation.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Keep your room cool: <\/b>Elevated room temperatures may contribute to increased heat stress for your PC. Maintain a moderate room temperature and make sure your computer is always well ventilated.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ensure your laptop stands on a flat surface: <\/b>We all love lounging with our laptops on a cozy bed or sofa, but your CPU? Not so much! Laptops are designed to dissipate heat efficiently when placed on a flat surface. When you obstruct the airflow, you make life harder for your cooling system.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Keep your drivers updated:<\/b> Outdated graphics card and chipset drivers may compromise your hardware performance , potentially leading to overheating. Update your drivers manually or use a reliable tool like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/auslogics-driver-updater-update-your-drivers\/\">Auslogics Driver Updater <\/a> to scan your system for outdated and faulty drivers and update them to their latest official versions automatically.<br \/>\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-5626105816785274\"\r\ncrossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- Bottom_CTA -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:inline-block;width:728px;height:90px\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-5626105816785274\" data-ad-slot=\"9260129453\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Close unneeded background apps:<\/b> It\u2019s possible that your PC is running some resource-intensive programs in the background that create excessive load on the CPU. Finding and closing these apps should reduce the CPU load and temperature.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Take it easy with overclocking:<\/b> If you\u2019ve noticed your CPU acting up after overclocking, it may be overheating due to aggressive settings. Reduce overclocking settings or restore them to default \u00a0to lower the CPU temperature.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Check for malware:<\/b> Malware apps running in the background can consume your CPU resources and heat up the processor. Use a reliable antivirus in combination with malware detection software, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/auslogics-anti-malware-features-and-reviews\/\">Auslogics Anti-Malware<\/a>, to stay on the safe side.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Consider additional cooling solutions: <\/b>If you\u2019re using a laptop, think of getting a cooling pad. It will help dissipate heat more efficiently and, consequently, chill your CPU.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Upgrade your cooling system:<\/b> Another possible reason is that your fans are malfunctioning, broken , or simply not enough. If this is the case and your cooling system can\u2019t provide enough power to prevent overheating, your best options here are to repair malfunctioning fans or consider upgrading your cooling solution.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Reapply thermal paste:<\/b> Worn-out or improperly applied thermal paste between a CPU and heat sink reduces heat transfer efficiency and may well be the reason for overheating too. If that\u2019s the case, make sure to reapply thermal paste.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Well, if you\u2019ve tried it all but still face the CPU overheating issue, it may be time to seek professional help or consult with the manufacturer for further guidance.<\/p>\n<div class=\"cta-block cta-block_main\" data-cta-type=\"main\" data-cta-position=\"bottom\">\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__heading lazyload\" data-bg=\"\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/auslogics-milenium\/assets\/images\/icons\/product\/chillmate.svg\">Download Auslogics ChillMate<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__text\">Protect your CPU and other hardware from overheating, extend battery life, get your fans running quieter and help your laptop last longer with this smart tool.<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__btn-group\">\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__download-btn\" href=\"\/en\/software\/chillmate\/after-download\/\">Download for Free<\/a>\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__learn-more\" href=\"\/en\/software\/chillmate\/\">Learn More<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__privacy\">\r\n        <a href=\"\/en\/legal\/\">Privacy Policy<\/a>&#8195;&#8194;\r\n        <a href=\"\/en\/eula\/\">EULA<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<h2>How to Check and Monitor the CPU Temperature on Your Windows 10\/11 PC: Explained<\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019ve made it this far, it means that now you know how to check the CPU temperature and how to monitor it. Whether you decide to use first-party tools, like Intel XTU or AMD Ryzen Master, or third-party apps, like users\u2019 favorite HWiNFO, staying informed on your processor temperature allows for timely interventions and ensures you keep things under control.<\/p>\n<p>I hope you liked this article, and I want to hear from you! Let me know which CPU monitoring tool you picked and why in the comments below.<\/p>\n<h2>FAQ<\/h2>\n<div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">What temperature is too high for the CPU?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\tGenerally, anything above 90\u00b0C (194\u00b0F) is too high for most CPUs. Consistently hitting this can cause damage over time.\r\n\t\t\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">What is the average CPU temperature while gaming?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\tA safe range while gaming is usually between 70\u00b0C\u201385\u00b0C (158\u00b0F\u2013185\u00b0F). Some CPUs may run hotter, but keeping it under 85\u00b0C (185\u00b0F) is recommended.\r\n\t\t\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">What temperature should my CPU be?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\tWhen idle, most CPUs should sit between 30\u00b0C\u201350\u00b0C (86\u00b0F\u2013122\u00b0F). 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