My AMD Ryzen 9 5950X is running hot, what should I do?

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Hey r/techsupport
I don't post often but I upgraded my CPU from a
AMD Ryzen 5 2600 3.4 GHz 6-Core Processor to a
AMD Ryzen 9 5950X.
I'm using the CPU cooler that came with the Ryzen 5 till I can afford a better CPU cooler.
the temps seem to peak at 95 degrees celsius. Should I take it easy on the games till I get that cooler? are their ways of keeping cool till i get one? Would I be pushing it if I played games inspite of these peaks?

Posted Dec 8, 2025, 3:29 AM UTC

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