SpeedFan Windows 10: Does it Really Live Up to Expectations?

When it comes to monitoring and controlling fan speeds, SpeedFan is a popular choice among PC enthusiasts. However, some users have reported mixed results when using SpeedFan on their Windows 10 machines. In this article, we'll take a closer look at the performance of SpeedFan on Windows 10.

Spotty Results

In our experience, the results were spotty - sometimes it worked as expected, but more often than not, it didn't. We used to rely on SpeedFan on low-budget motherboards that didn't come with their own fan control utility. But does this software live up to its promises on modern Windows 10 systems?

Bloatware Concerns

Some users have raised concerns about the bloatware aspect of SpeedFan. Specifically, they claim that the software consumes excessive CPU resources and slows down their system. However, our tests show that this is not necessarily true. In fact, during a recent reboot, we didn't notice any significant CPU usage by SpeedFan - just 4 seconds of CPU time over a period of three days.

A Fix and Future Updates

Interestingly, a fix was issued for the bloatware issue, and subsequent versions of the software have been free from this problem. In fact, our experience with various installations of SpeedFan (around 35-40) has revealed only one instance where the install routine was faulty - but even that was resolved with an update.

Our System Configuration

To give you a better idea of what we're talking about, here's a rundown of our system configuration:

* CPU: Intel Core i7 12700K (P-Cores 5GHz)

* GPU: MSI RTX 2070 Super Gaming X Trio

* RAM: 2GB DDR5 Corsair Dominator Platinum RGB 6000MHz C16, 8GB DDR4 HyperX CL13

* Motherboard: Gigabyte Z690 Aorus Master

* Case Fans: Noctua NH-U12A 2 fans + Thermal Grizzly Kryonaut Extreme + 5 case fans

In conclusion, while SpeedFan may not be perfect, it's clear that the software has come a long way in terms of performance and stability. With regular updates and fixes, users can expect a reliable fan control experience on their Windows 10 machines. Of course, your mileage may vary - but based on our experience, we're pleased to recommend SpeedFan as a viable option for monitoring and controlling fan speeds.

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