Exceeding the maximum thermal limit (TDP)

What is TDP-LIMIT-MAX?

The TDP-LIMIT-MAX error is categorized as a high-severity processor (CPU) issue that can significantly impact your PC's stability. The processor draws more power than the BIOS allows. When experiencing the Exceeding the maximum thermal limit (TDP) fault, users often report sudden system crashes, unresponsive behavior, or a blue screen of death (BSOD). In most diagnostic scenarios, this problem is directly triggered by underlying hardware or software complications such as dried thermal paste, overclocking too aggressively, silicon degradation and weak power supply. To permanently resolve the TDP-LIMIT-MAX issue and prevent further system degradation, it is highly recommended to follow our step-by-step troubleshooting guide below, ensuring your processor (CPU) components are functioning correctly.

Common Causes

• Dried thermal paste
• Overclocking too aggressively
• Silicon degradation
• Weak power supply

Step-by-Step Fix Guide

• 1
  Improve cooling and repast

  Applying the first fix (Improve cooling and repast) addresses the most common root cause of TDP-LIMIT-MAX and restores baseline functionality.

• 2
  Increase LLC (Load-Line Calibration) in BIOS

  If the problem persists, proceeding with the remaining steps ensures all edge cases related to cpu instability are covered.

• 3
  Undervolting

Commands & Diagnostics