Core Temp

Core Temp 1.15.1

Windows / ALCPU / 596400 / Full spec
Description

Core Temp is a powerful desktop enhancement software that allows you to monitor your processor temperature, load, frequency and VID settings with ease. Developed by Arthur Liberman, the original Core Temp Gadget is a must-have tool for anyone who wants to keep an eye on their computer's performance.

With its intuitive interface and visual representation via a graph at the bottom of the gadget, Core Temp makes it easy to track your CPU's vital statistics. Whether you're a gamer looking to optimize your system for maximum performance or just someone who wants to keep their computer running smoothly, this software has everything you need.

One of the key features of Core Temp is its ability to adjust zoom levels. This means that you can change the size of the gadget according to your preferences and needs. Additionally, users have complete control over what information they want displayed on their screen - graphs and text fields can be shown or hidden as desired.

Another great feature of Core Temp is its ability to display core load or core temperatures in real-time. This means that users can easily see how much processing power each core is using at any given moment. Additionally, colors can be selected for each individual core - either automatically or manually - making it easy to differentiate between them.

For those who prefer simplicity over customization options, there's also an option for selecting a single color for all cores. This makes it easy for users who don't want too many distractions on their screen while monitoring their CPU usage.

One thing that sets Core Temp apart from other similar software programs is its ease-of-use when it comes to resizing graphs. By clicking on the resize button (dock/undock in Vista), users can quickly show or hide graphs without having to navigate through multiple menus or windows.

When it comes time to uninstalling Core Temp Gadget from your system, there are four simple steps involved: close all instances of the gadget; restart Windows (in Vista) or kill "sidebar.exe" process using Task Manager (in Windows 7); start Sidebar again from Desktop context menu; finally uninstalling Core Temp Gadget itself.

In conclusion, if you're looking for an efficient way of monitoring your computer's performance without having too many distractions on-screen then look no further than Core Temp! With its user-friendly interface and customizable options such as zoom levels and color selection per-core basis make this software perfect choice whether you're a gamer looking optimize system performance or just someone wanting keep tabs on how well things are running behind scenes!

Review

Core Temp Gadget is a free Windows gadget that displays the temperature and load of your CPU's cores as well as basic information about your processor and platform. To use it, you must have ALCPU's Core Temp installed and running. Core Temp is a small, free application that extracts critical data from sensors and displays it in a compact interface. Core Temp Gadget simply displays data from Core Temp in an unobtrusive desktop gadget.

Core Temp doesn't have to be running to download and install Core Temp Gadget, but the utility must be running to port data to the gadget. Core Temp identified our processor by model, platform, frequency, VID, Revision, CPUID, and Lithography standard as well as number of cores and threads and each core's temperature and load. We minimized Core Temp and turned to the gadget. It displayed our processor data in a compact but colorful view that included the CPU maker's logo. Beneath this were three graph lines coded in different colors--one each for each core's temperature, load, and activity, plus another for RAM use--and at the bottom a moving graph displayed the data. Unusually for a gadget, this one offers quite a few options, including displaying the clock speed in gigahertz, changing colors, enabling items to display, and configuring the graphs. As with all Windows gadgets, we could drag it around wherever we wanted on the desktop and access its settings by right-clicking the desktop and selecting Gadgets.

We're quite familiar with Core Temp, which is a terrific little tool for keeping an eye on your system and a must for overclockers and tweakers. Core Temp Gadget is one of the best little desktop tools we've tried, and one that provides crucial warnings when things aren't working as they should. Even if you don't overclock your system or even peek beneath the hood, it's educational to see what's up with your CPU.

Full spec
Publisher ALCPU
Publisher site http://www.alcpu.com/CoreTemp/
Release date 2020-04-23
Date added 2020-04-23
Category Desktop Enhancements
Sub category Gadgets & Widgets
Version 1.15.1
Os requirements Windows, Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008, Windows 7
Requirements None
Price Free
Downloads per week 146
Total downloads 596400

Comments:

  • Michael Smith

    I've been using Core Temp for a while now and it has been really helpful in monitoring my CPU temperature. Highly recommended!

    May 10, 2020
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    Jennifer Brown

    I agree with Michael! Core Temp is a great software and very reliable. It's a must-have for anyone concerned about their CPU temperature.

    Jul 16, 2020
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    Robert Johnson

    I installed Core Temp yesterday and it's been working flawlessly so far. It provides accurate temperature readings and has a nice interface.

    Jul 19, 2020
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    Emily Davis

    Thanks for the recommendation, guys! I just downloaded Core Temp and it's working perfectly on my Windows system. It's lightweight and doesn't consume much resources.

    Aug 02, 2020
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  • Daniel Wilson

    I also use Core Temp and it has been a lifesaver for me. It helps me keep an eye on the temperature during intense gaming sessions.

    Sep 05, 2020
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  • Linda Anderson

    I had some overheating issues with my CPU before, but Core Temp has helped me identify the problem and take necessary actions. Great software!

    Oct 22, 2020
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    William Thompson

    Core Temp is a fantastic tool to monitor CPU temperature. It's simple to use and provides accurate real-time temperature readings.

    Dec 06, 2020
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  • Patricia Martinez

    I've been using Core Temp for a couple of months now and it's been working perfectly. It's a trustworthy software that I rely on daily.

    Dec 23, 2020
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  • Richard Lewis

    I love the fact that Core Temp displays the temperatures of individual cores. It's very informative and helps in troubleshooting CPU issues.

    Jan 15, 2021
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  • Karen Moore

    Core Temp is my go-to software for monitoring CPU temperature. It's stable, lightweight, and does its job perfectly.

    Feb 07, 2021
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  • Michael Smith

    @Jennifer Brown, have you tried the latest version of Core Temp? It seems even more accurate and reliable.

    Apr 25, 2021
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      Jennifer Brown

      @Michael Smith, yes, I updated to the latest version and I completely agree. Core Temp keeps getting better with each update!

      Apr 27, 2021
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    Robert Johnson

    I had an issue with Core Temp not showing the correct temperature readings initially, but reinstalling the software fixed the problem. Just a heads up if anyone faces a similar issue.

    May 28, 2021
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    Emily Davis

    @Robert Johnson, thanks for the tip. I'll keep that in mind if I ever encounter any issues with Core Temp.

    Jul 03, 2021
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  • Daniel Wilson

    I've also faced some compatibility issues with certain hardware configurations. However, the Core Temp support team was very helpful and resolved the problem quickly.

    Jul 25, 2021
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  • Linda Anderson

    Core Temp's interface is user-friendly and intuitive. Even someone with minimal technical knowledge can easily use it to monitor their CPU temperature.

    Aug 18, 2021
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    William Thompson

    One feature that I find really useful is the ability to customize the layout of Core Temp's desktop gadget. I can arrange the information to my liking.

    Sep 12, 2021
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  • Patricia Martinez

    The system tray feature of Core Temp is great. It keeps running in the background and displays CPU temperature at a glance.

    Sep 30, 2021
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  • Richard Lewis

    I like the fact that Core Temp is a lightweight software. It doesn't consume much system resources and works silently in the background.

    Oct 20, 2021
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  • Karen Moore

    Core Temp's notifications feature is really handy. It alerts me if the CPU temperature goes beyond a specific threshold.

    Nov 24, 2021
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  • Michael Smith

    I've been using Core Temp for over a year now, and I must say it's been one of the best CPU temperature monitoring tools I've used.

    Dec 01, 2021
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    Jennifer Brown

    Totally agree with you, Michael! Core Temp has become an essential tool for me. Can't imagine managing my CPU temperature without it.

    Dec 11, 2021
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    Robert Johnson

    I recommend Core Temp to all my friends who are into gaming or heavy CPU usage. It's a reliable software that helps protect your system.

    Jan 26, 2022
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    • Michael Smith

      @Robert Johnson, I recommended Core Temp to a friend who was facing constant thermal throttling issues, and it helped him solve the problem!

      Oct 17, 2022
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        William Thompson

        @Michael Smith, that's great to hear! Core Temp has definitely proven to be a savior for many PC users experiencing similar thermal issues.

        Nov 27, 2022
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        Jennifer Brown

        @Michael Smith, have you tried the new skin customization feature of Core Temp? It allows you to personalize the appearance to your liking.

        Mar 21, 2023
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        • Daniel Wilson

          @Jennifer Brown, yes I have! It's a great addition. Now I can match the Core Temp gadget's appearance with my desktop theme. Love it!

          Mar 29, 2023
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    Emily Davis

    Thanks for suggesting Core Temp, guys! I have been using it for a few days now and it's incredibly accurate. A must-have for all PC enthusiasts.

    Mar 31, 2022
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  • Daniel Wilson

    Glad to hear that, Emily! Core Temp is definitely a valuable software for anyone who wants to monitor their CPU temperature closely.

    Apr 28, 2022
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  • Linda Anderson

    I've recommended Core Temp to my colleagues and they all love it. It's a reliable tool that provides accurate temperature readings.

    May 10, 2022
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    William Thompson

    I've been using Core Temp for a while now and it's been consistent in providing accurate and real-time CPU temperature readings.

    Jun 06, 2022
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  • Patricia Martinez

    Core Temp is a useful software, especially for those who like to overclock their CPU. It helps in keeping an eye on temperature fluctuations.

    Jun 13, 2022
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    • Daniel Wilson

      @Patricia Martinez, you're absolutely right! Core Temp's temperature graph helps in identifying any abnormal CPU behavior during overclocking.

      Sep 25, 2022
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  • Richard Lewis

    Core Temp has a small footprint and doesn't slow down the system. It's one of the best CPU temperature monitoring software out there.

    Jul 11, 2022
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  • Karen Moore

    I love the fact that Core Temp is free to use! It's amazing how such a powerful software is available at no cost.

    Aug 03, 2022
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      Emily Davis

      @Karen Moore, I agree! Core Temp is a gem in the world of free software. I'm amazed at its quality and functionality without any price tag.

      Nov 27, 2022
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    Jennifer Brown

    The latest update of Core Temp includes some new features like skin customization and extended hardware support. Looking forward to trying them out!

    Dec 17, 2022
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    Robert Johnson

    Core Temp's gadget is amazing! It provides all the necessary CPU temperature information in a compact window on your desktop.

    Dec 19, 2022
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    Emily Davis

    I've been using Core Temp for a while now and it has become an essential part of my PC monitoring toolkit. Highly recommended!

    Dec 27, 2022
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  • Daniel Wilson

    I rely on Core Temp to keep an eye on my CPU temperature while performing resource-intensive tasks. It's a must-have software for me.

    Jan 16, 2023
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  • Linda Anderson

    Core Temp has a really small file size, which makes it quick to download and install. It's a lightweight software that doesn't take up much space on your system.

    Apr 28, 2023
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    William Thompson

    Just wanted to mention that Core Temp is constantly updated with bug fixes and improvements. The developers are really active in ensuring the software stays reliable.

    May 18, 2023
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  • Patricia Martinez

    I've recommended Core Temp to my friends who are into PC gaming, and they're all very satisfied with its performance. It's a game-changer!

    Jul 04, 2023
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  • Richard Lewis

    Core Temp provides accurate temperature readings without any noticeable delay. It's a trustworthy software that I can rely on for real-time monitoring.

    Jul 20, 2023
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  • Karen Moore

    One thing that stands out about Core Temp is its simplicity. It's very straightforward to use, even for those who are not tech-savvy.

    Jul 22, 2023
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  • Michael Smith

    I've been using Core Temp since its initial release and it has never disappointed me. The software keeps getting better with each version.

    Aug 11, 2023
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    Jennifer Brown

    @Daniel Wilson, I totally agree! Core Temp is a must-have for anyone who wants to take care of their CPU health while pushing its limits.

    Aug 30, 2023
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    • Daniel Wilson

      @Jennifer Brown, absolutely! Core Temp has helped me in preventing any potential CPU overheating issues during intensive tasks.

      Oct 12, 2023
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        Robert Johnson

        @Daniel Wilson, it's great to hear that Core Temp is helping you too! CPU overheating can cause serious damage, so it's important to keep an eye on it.

        Dec 05, 2023
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    Robert Johnson

    Core Temp is a reliable and accurate tool that I use on a daily basis. It's one of those software that I can't imagine not having on my PC.

    Sep 05, 2023
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