4690K paired with Asrock Z97 Anniversary
4690K paired with Asrock Z97 Anniversary
Hello,
I own a 4690K with an Asrock Z97 Anniversary. I'm using Prime 95, HW Monitor, CPU-Z and CAM. A Kraken X31 cooler was installed on the CPU. I performed an Asrock BIOS overclock one click OC, moving from stock to 4.0 and achieving good temperatures. Then I increased it to 4.2, but the machine shut down after about 30 minutes of running. Should I keep it at 4.0?
This seems to be a comparable situation to previous posts. The suggested solution involves using Small FFTs instead of the default Blend test, which provides a consistent workload. Additionally, running Prime95 with AVX/FMA instructions causes higher temperatures due to increased processor demand. Using a different version like 26.6 and following the recommended guide should help reduce core temperatures.
Sure thing. That's how overclocking functions. You gradually increase the speed until it fails, then reduce it slightly. I have a 4690k running at 4.2 ghz, and it performs well with a cooler master 212 evo and an MSI Z97 gaming 5. The silicon lottery decides how high the CPU can go. If you're stuck at 4.0, you've missed the chance—how are the temperatures and performance at 4.2? Is there any indication that the CPU can't handle it?
Also, about the PSU—does it provide enough power for the system? It might not be sufficient, possibly leading to shutdowns. There could be several reasons beyond just the CPU that prevent it from running higher.
The parties involved in the disagreement are clarifying who has the authority to make decisions regarding the 81c and the hardware monitor specifications.