How to check CPU temperature using CPU-Z

There are many reasons why your CPU might overheat, such as prolonged heavy workloads, lack of regular cleaning, or environmental factors. Regardless of the reason, you should monitor and know your CPU's current temperature to avoid damaging other components. Some computers have dedicated software for this, but if your machine doesn't support it, you can download CPU-Z/HWMonitor, a software specifically designed to gather information about hardware components.

How to check CPU temperature with CPU-Z

 

Instructions on using CPU-Z to check CPU temperature.

Step 1: Access the link below to download and install the HWMonitor software .
- Download HWMonitor  here.

Step 2: After the installation is complete, open the HWMonitor software .

Step 3: To view your computer's CPU temperature , click on the CHIP
section. - For example, the image shows an Intel Core i5 10300H chip. The Temperatures section will have two sub-sections:
+ Package : The overall CPU temperature.
+ Cores (Max) : The physical cores of the CPU.

Step 4: To view detailed CPU core temperatures , click the plus icon at the beginning of the Cores (Max) line .

Once you know the CPU temperature, you can use it to assess the condition of your computer. Additionally, you can easily and quickly check your laptop's fan using CPU-Z  and take corrective measures if the component is overheating.

If you want to check your laptop's hardware in more detail, download Furmark software now. Furmark has all the functions to help you know the current status of your device.

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