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technology26 days ago•4 min saved

MacBook Neo's DIY cooling tweak boosts sustained performance but heats the chassis

A Reddit post describes placing two 1 mm thermal pads between the Neo’s processor heat spreader and the aluminum bottom case to act as a direct heatsink, reportedly letting the A18 Pro sustain higher clock speeds (around 3.3 GHz vs ~2.3 GHz under load) by transferring heat to the chassis and raising bottom temperatures. The mod requires removing the bottom cover and tapping power from the system’s heat management, and it could void warranty if Apple determines damage from the modification. While it can extend performance for cooling-limited tasks, thermal throttling remains a normal safeguard, and the modification mirrors past DIY cooling tweaks on Intel Macs and the M2 MacBook Air, with potential hot spots and regulatory surface-temperature considerations.

via AppleInsider|

#cooling #macbook-neo #technology

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

"Maximizing Performance: Choosing Between MacBook Air M3 and MacBook Pro M3"

The M3-based MacBook Air experiences significant performance slowdowns due to thermal throttling when used in clamshell mode with the lid closed, particularly when pushed beyond its intended usage for tasks such as gaming or video rendering. This is attributed to the lack of an internal fan for cooling and the reduced ability to dissipate heat when the lid is shut. Users with heavy demands are advised to consider investing in the M3 MacBook Pro, which comes with a fan to mitigate thermal throttling, while typical users engaging in standard tasks need not be concerned.

via Cult of Mac|

#clamshell-mode #m3-processor #macbook-air

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

"Intel's Core i9-14900KS Shatters Records with 9.1GHz Speed Using Liquid Helium Cooling"

Overclocker and tech YouTuber Der8auer demonstrated how direct die cooling can enable a 6 GHz overclock on all eight P-cores of an Intel Core i9-14900KS, without thermal throttling, using a custom liquid cooling loop and liquid metal. The direct die liquid cooler dropped temperatures by more than 20 degrees Celsius and decreased power consumption, allowing for the 6 GHz overclock. A new Thermal Grizzly direct die CPU waterblock will be available for around $99, with an RGB version for around $140, and is expected to be released in about two to three weeks.

via Tom's Hardware|

#direct-die-cooling #intel-core-i9-14900ks #liquid-cooling

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

"Comparing Apple's M3 MacBook Air and M3 MacBook Pro: Which is the Better Choice?"

The newly released M3 MacBook Air has been found to reach extreme temperatures of up to 114 degrees Celsius under full load, leading to thermal throttling and a steep decline in graphics performance. The lightweight laptops, which rely on passive cooling without fans, experienced these high temperatures during benchmark tests. While the M3 systems are very fast, their extreme heat levels raise concerns about their suitability for heavy workloads, despite being designed for light computing tasks.

via TechSpot|

#apple #m3 #macbook-air

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

"AMD's Ryzen 8700G and 8600G APUs: Un-throttled Performance Review"

AMD's newly released Ryzen 8000G desktop APUs are experiencing performance loss due to a bug in the firmware that applies STAPM limits, causing the chips to throttle after a short burst of full power output. This issue affects both the 8700G and 8600G models. AMD has acknowledged the problem and confirmed that a future firmware update will remove the STAPM limits, allowing the APUs to perform at their fullest potential for sustained periods.

via Neowin|

#amd #desktop-apus #firmware-update

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

Vivo X100 Pro's Dimensity 9300 Thermal Throttling Causes Significant Performance Drop

The Vivo X100 Pro, powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9300 SoC, reportedly experiences thermal throttling, resulting in less than half of its maximum performance. Benchmark tests show that the SoC throttles to only 46% of its maximum performance after two minutes, with core clocks dropping significantly. This performance degradation has been observed by multiple sources, raising concerns about the Dimensity 9300's stability under stress. It should be noted that these CPU stress tests do not reflect real-world usage scenarios.

via Notebookcheck.net|

#benchmark #mediatek-dimensity-9300 #performance-degradation

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"iPhone 15 Pro Series Plagued by Thermal Throttling and Overheating Problems"

The iPhone 15 Pro is experiencing thermal throttling issues due to Apple's lower standards for the A17 Pro chip, which was manufactured using the 3nm process. TSMC's struggles with the process led to a low yield, prompting Apple to accept chips that would have otherwise been rejected. The increased power consumption to achieve benchmark results may result in lower battery life, and the phone's lack of a cooling solution exacerbates the heating issue. Thermal throttling kicks in earlier, causing performance drops, but the GPU upgrades make it a promising gaming phone.

via PhoneArena|

#a17-pro-chip #iphone-15-pro #performance-issues

technology2 years ago•2 min saved

"Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max: Severe thermal throttling and lighter weight reviewed"

The iPhone 15 Pro Max is reportedly experiencing severe thermal throttling during intensive tasks like gaming, with surface temperatures reaching up to 48°C. Testing by a Chinese reviewer showed that the A17 Pro chip inside the device only achieved a slight improvement in average FPS compared to the previous A16 Bionic chip, despite consuming less energy. The findings suggest that the iPhone 15 Pro Max may be struggling with insufficient thermal headroom or that the A17 Pro chip is not significantly different from its predecessor. The phone's cooling solution appears to be unable to effectively manage the heat generated by the A17 Pro, resulting in reduced performance.

via Notebookcheck.net|

#a17-pro #apple #gaming