In hot weather, don't forget the temperature on smartphones and computers

Check and manage battery temperature on smartphones

It is normal for smartphone temperatures to rise after a long time of use; However, if the temperature is too high, it will affect the life of components on the device, especially the battery, and may affect the performance of the smartphone. Many smartphone cases will restart automatically if the temperature rises too high for a long time.

Even the smartphone overheating also leads to the risk of fire, equipment explosion.

There are many reasons for the smartphone's temperature to rise, including frequent use of the device for long periods of time, running too many applications at the same time, or sometimes due to certain applications. Requires too much system resources when operating (mostly game apps) .

So how to know the current temperature on the smartphone and how much is this high or not? You can use an application called Cooling Master.

Cooling Master is a free application that allows you to monitor your smartphone's temperature in real time and alert users if the temperature rises too high.

The application also allows checking and closing other applications that are running or running in the background on the device that consumes too much CPU, increasing the device temperature, thereby helping to cool down the smartphone.

CPU temperature information will be updated applications in real time on the smartphone's notification bar. In case the app warns of a rising temperature, or you feel the smartphone is getting hot, you can use the Cooling Master to check the current temperature on the smartphone. If the display temperature is too high, you should temporarily stop using the smartphone for a while to help 'cool' the device.

Download the free app here (compatible with Android 4.1 and up).
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.easyx.coolermaster&hl=en_US

Manage the temperature on the computer

Using time is too long, exhaust fans are not strong enough, high ambient temperature . are the main causes for high computer component temperature. This could lead to a computer crashing while operating, or worse than a failure of a computer's components.

HWMonitor is a free tool, listing the temperature of all components on the computer, such as mainboard, cpu, hard drive, graphics card .

Download the free software here .
http://soft4all.info/free-software-download/hwmonitor-monitor-hardwares-health/

After downloading, extract and activate the HWMonitor_x32.exe file (for 32-bit Windows) or HWMonitor_x64.exe (for 64-bit Windows) to use the software immediately without installation.

The main interface of the software will display full information about the hardware devices on the computer, including the mainboard, processor, graphics card, hard drive and battery (for those who are using a laptop). Among the information that the software lists is the temperature of the hardware components.

CPU temperature information is displayed on the HWMonitor interface

Specifically, HWMonitor will list the lowest temperature, as well as the highest, of the components during computer use, such as CPU temperature, hard drive temperature . From there, users know the status of the part. his hard.

What temperature limits are safe for computer components?

The temperature limit for each computer component is different, depending on the type of component and manufacturer.

- CPU: The maximum temperature that an CPU manufactured by AMD can withstand is usually higher than that of Intel CPUs.

For laptops using AMD CPUs, to ensure safety, you should keep the CPU temperature at 50-60 degrees C (the maximum threshold is 70 - 80 degrees C). Similarly, with Intel CPUs, the safety temperature is 50-60 degrees C (the maximum threshold is 65-80 degrees C).

For desktop computers, due to better heat dissipation conditions (spacious chassis, more powerful exhaust fans, more ventilation fans can be installed, etc.), the temperature of components may not increase. too high as a laptop.

However, in case the CPU has to handle a certain task for a long time, such as playing games or rendering graphics ., the CPU temperature can increase significantly.

One thing to keep in mind, the higher the CPU, the higher the clock rate, the greater the heat output and the better the ability to withstand temperatures. For example, Core i7 CPUs will generate more heat than Core i5 CPUs of the same generation.

-  Mainboard: to ensure safety, the motherboard temperature should be at 45 degrees C, and not exceeding 60 degrees C.

- Hard drive: the maximum temperature the hard drive can withstand depends on different manufacturers. However, normally, the maximum temperature stops at 60 degrees Celsius. Therefore, temperatures at 40-50 degrees Celsius are acceptable. If any work requires constant access to the hard drive, the temperature can increase to 65-70 degrees C; However, it should only be maintained for a short time.

- Graphics card: is one of the components that withstand the highest temperatures in computers. As noted, there are cases, when processing images, graphics cards reach temperatures greater than 100 degrees Celsius. The safe temperature that the graphics card can accept is below 80 degrees Celsius.

Note: the above figures only stop at the reference level. To ensure safety, you should check the documentation accompanying the components when buying to get the most accurate temperature.

What to do when the computer temperature rises too high?

- If the computer temperature rises after a long period of use, it is recommended to stop using and turn off the computer to give the devices time to rest.

- If possible, install additional ventilation fan for chassis for desktop computers. For laptops, additional heat sinks can be purchased for use.

- If you have the ability to remove / install the computer, you can buy more thermal paste to use for the CPU, helping the CPU's temperature not rise too high.

Heat sinks are a solution you should consider to help lower laptop temperatures on hot days

- Do not open the case when in use (for desktop computers). If you think opening the case to ventilate and help cool the internal components, you're wrong. Opening the case will allow dust to attach to the devices, reducing their ability to escape heat.

- Put the device in a well ventilated place. Regularly clean the components inside the computer, especially the case fans and CPU exhaust fans. Do not allow excessive dirt on the devices. For laptops, users should regularly clean the ventilation slots to avoid grime, causing high temperatures when used.