What is a good CPU temperature? How to make sure your computer isn't overheating, and how to cool it down

A good temperature for your desktop computer's CPU is around 120℉ when idle, and under 175℉ when under stress.
PC Magazine

Keep Cool: How to Check CPU Temperature On a PC Or Mac

If your computer gets too hot, its performance will suffer and the CPU could get damaged. Here's how to monitor your computer's internal temperature. Just as you don't want your phone getting too hot, ...
Ars Technica

My CPU temp is 39*C, is that too hot?

My CPU temperature is usually 39*C. Is that a good temp for the CPU?<BR><BR>Mainboard=29*C<BR>HD=34*C<BR><BR>What you guys think?<BR>Those are the temp results after buying 2 Panaflo fans...one for ...
Lifehacker

How to Fix a 'CPU Temperature Error' When Your Computer Gets Too Hot

It can feel jarring to restart your computer and see an error message instead of your computer’s lovely login screen. Worse, when that error message is one of these ...
Business Insider

How to check your PC or Mac's CPU temperature to see if it's at risk of overheating

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