Processor at 5300 MHz with increased voltages

We are now stretching the CPU limits. It is important to note that Alder Lake processors experience significant heat challenges when voltage levels exceed 1.25v, especially when the TDP exceeds the default 219~241W (which it does). In this test, we are applying a voltage of 1.30V and a frequency of 5300 MHz to all CPU P-cores on the CPU while subjecting them to 100% load. The IDLE results are also presented below for reference.

Even though there is still significant capacity remaining, the cooler will continuously strive to find a balance between silence and cooling capacity, with a preference for acoustics. To test the thermal threshold (the point at which the temperature becomes unsustainable), we are going to increase the core voltage in stages, starting at 1.25v and then moving to a relatively high voltage of 1.30v. Most heat pipe coolers would likely fail this test and reach temperatures of around 100 degrees Celsius. LCS units tend to have far more reserve capacity in these scenarios.

Once the voltage reaches 1.30v, the fans kick into high gear and the cooler is hardly sufficient anymore, immediately demonstrating the cooling capacity as the heat curves begin to level off. It is important to note that the LCS unit has the appropriate cooling capacity to offer. Still, it is essential to consider that this is relative to the acoustics, as shown below. The performance of the LCS unit is a balance between the cooling capacity and noise level, which can be adjusted according to the user's preference.