Need help with cpu and system temps....newly built computer

Ok, so basically my temps hover around 31 to 33 degrees Celsisu for processor and 36-39 degrees celsius for system temp. CPU speed is around 2600 MHz and fan speed is around 3200 RPM

My system is the following: 2.66 AMD Phenom X4 Quad Core Processor, 1 GB Radeon HD 4850, 4 GB Ram and a biostar motherboard....(think that's all the pertinent info). This is my first computer to build and it went well. The only downside was I had to upgrade a power supply and I've got a lot of wires running around in there that are thick and I don't believe there's an issue with them being bundled or whatnot.

Are those temps normal for just normal computer use? Anything the wires could cause because there's not a ton of room but I don't think it's affecting air flow or anything because I think the temps are low enough....but that's why I'm asking you all. I'd be happy to clarify anything if you have questions. Thanks for the help.

Also as a bonus question, this is the first time having Windows in probably 4-5 years (made a windows desktop for gaming and keeping my Mac laptop for misc stuff)....what's the best idea for virus software. I downloaded Symnatec Endpoint Protection from my school because it's free....any thoughts?

Your CPU temperature is fine, although if you are planning on overclocking get an aftermarket CPU fan and better cable management. You should check on your GPU temp, as bad cable management can smother the GPU and cause it to massively overheat.LiftedHeadshot

How do I go about doing that? I opened up AMD Overdrive and I can see GPU status but it just has engine and memory speeds (MHz)...the temp blocks are greyed out

I downloaded a program called GPU-Z and it's reading it as 40 degrees celsius and 677 RPM fan speed for general computing...too high? The cords aren't touching the card as far as I know.....thanks for the help...once I get used to where everything should be, I won't have this problem anymore

anyone with an opinion on the GPU temperature? I haven't had a game to actually test the card yet and I probably won't till Left 4 Dead 2 but I played Command and Conquer 3 for about 30 mins and it only went up to 41 or 42 degrees Celsius

That temp is fine.

GPUs are USUALLY the hottest component. (except PSUs of course)

Cable management is less about touching the components as it is blocking air flow, its always best to try and tuck your cables off and secure them with cable ties.

That temp is fine.

GPUs are USUALLY the hottest component. (except PSUs of course)

Cable management is less about touching the components as it is blocking air flow, its always best to try and tuck your cables off and secure them with cable ties.

MajorGamer531

yea I did what I could...but there was just a ton of them.....The power supply has a fan pointed down into the computer and the big 9 inch fan on the side brings all that air out....the air feels cool and nothing seemed too hot. I'll just keep monitoring it.....But if anyone has opinions on the best virus software, I would be happy for you to share :)

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That temp is fine.

GPUs are USUALLY the hottest component. (except PSUs of course)

Cable management is less about touching the components as it is blocking air flow, its always best to try and tuck your cables off and secure them with cable ties.

txraider18

yea I did what I could...but there was just a ton of them.....The power supply has a fan pointed down into the computer and the big 9 inch fan on the side brings all that air out....the air feels cool and nothing seemed too hot. I'll just keep monitoring it.....But if anyone has opinions on the best virus software, I would be happy for you to share :)

well I downloaded Avira and am trying it out...If the trade off of paying for just a tiny bit more than I could get for free isn't big enough, then free. I just want my computer protected and from what I read, Avira is the best for that (free version at least)