How to Monitor CPU and GPU Temperatures Using MSI Afterburner

Learn how to monitor your CPU and GPU temperatures in real-time with MSI Afterburner by enabling hardware monitoring settings easily.

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To monitor CPU and GPU temperatures in MSI Afterburner, first, ensure you have the latest version installed. Open MSI Afterburner, go to Settings, and click on the Monitoring tab. Here, you'll find a list of available hardware monitoring statistics. Check the boxes next to 'CPU temperature' and 'GPU temperature' to enable these metrics. You can also customize the on-screen display settings to view these temperatures in real-time while gaming or running applications. Remember to click Apply and OK to save your preferences.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How do I enable temperature monitoring in MSI Afterburner? Open MSI Afterburner, go to Settings > Monitoring tab, then check the boxes for CPU and GPU temperature to enable monitoring.
  2. Can MSI Afterburner show real-time CPU and GPU temperatures while gaming? Yes, MSI Afterburner allows you to customize an on-screen display that shows CPU and GPU temperatures in real-time while gaming or running applications.
  3. Do I need the latest version of MSI Afterburner to monitor temperatures? Yes, it is recommended to have the latest version installed to ensure all monitoring features work correctly and are up to date.

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