Intel’s Z590 Motherboard Problem: i7-11700K Power & Thermals Explained

We’re walking through the recurring challenge Intel faces regarding motherboard manufacturer freedom and stability, high thermals, and needlessly high power consumption on the 11700K. Sponsor: Buy Thermal Grizzly Kryonaut paste on Amazon () or Hydronaut paste for water cooling (Amazon - ) Watch our full explainer of the Intel power limits (PL1, PL2, Tau), TDP, and motherboard behaviors: Watch our Intel Core i7-11700K CPU review & benchmarks here: The best way to support our work is through our store. You can get our unique mouse mats, fully custom tool kits, shirts, and more: Like our content? Please consider becoming our Patron to support us: The Intel i7-11700K didn’t do well in our review when compared vs. the AMD R7 5800X, R9 5900X, or even Intel i7-10700K of last generation. We’re once again back to exp