Stress Test?

[Yugen]

Is it necessary to stress test your cpu and gpu after building a new pc?

if yes, how long should you test each respectively?

[homeap5]

Don't stress your computer - she will be stressed and run away.

But seriously - no, you don't need or just a little until you don't overclock.

But install MSI Afterburner to control your temperatures (both GPU and CPU) - set to display temperatures in tray and check if any of them are not too big.

If you want only simple tool for CPU - use CoreTemp.

 

[Rupe]

If you're not overclocking then I wouldn't say it was necessary, just don't hear about stability issues @stock so I think it would be a waste of time

[saladcrack]

Probably best to do it if you're buying used or questionable parts just to verify everything performs as expected. I personally don't feel the need to most of the time. I do benchmark my stuff just for sh*ts and giggles or to compare it when getting an upgrade. If you overclock it's beneficial to test the stability of said overclock but at stock speeds everything should be perfectly stable or they wouldn't sell it right?

 

In terms of how long it's really up to you and how much time you have. One hour is nice and quick if you just want to get a quick baseline or need to figure something out. Four to six hours is probably best just to test the longevity if you still need to use your computer that day. 12 to 24 hours is a bit much but after that you can be comfortable that whatever you have works properly (assuming nothing goes wrong).

[SolarNova]

I would stress it even at stock to ensure your cooling is working fine, especialy for new builders.

 

Somthing like OCCT's PSu test which runs both the CPU and GPu to 100% will test ur cooling to ensure your have not fudged your cooler mounting, or have to restricted airflow. Half hour should be plenty.

[seon123]

If you're not overclocking and don't have any issues, don't bother. Though I would check the thermals and performance in the applications that will be used on a regular basis.