5960X Overclocking - Starting Point?
5960X Overclocking - Starting Point?
Hello, a few weeks ago my friend relocated to Australia for a three-year job after upgrading his PC with a 5960X and an Asus X99-Deluxe. He entrusted me with the build because he couldn’t bring it along and didn’t need it there anymore.
Since then, I’ve assembled the system myself, and it currently includes:
980TI SLI
32GB Corsair Dominator
AX1200i PSU
and I’m cooling the CPU using my old H100i from a 4930K.
It’s a shame he left the CPU running at stock speed, and I’d like to try overclocking it. Although I’ve watched videos and read guides, they seem quite complex. I downloaded Asus Suite 3 but haven’t found many positive reviews. I’m considering a manual overclock via BIOS.
Would I be making a good decision by attempting the following:
Per Core Multiplier up to 40 (aiming for a 4GHz overclock)
Adjusting the CPU voltage to 1.15V
If this works out, should I enable XMP and lower the multiplier if the CPU Strap reaches 125MHz?
I apologize to anyone who might find my explanation confusing.
On the manual overclocking section, you can find instructions for Windows.
For additional support, visit the download center at the provided link.
On the manual overclocking section, you can find instructions for Windows.
For additional support, visit the download center at the provided link.
I think the average is around 4.6 at 1.2v, which matches what I use and it functions well for me.
It might differ, but the article I found required 1.3V at 4.6GHz.
Components like silicon lottery and the motherboard will have a big impact.
*Keep in mind the article also suggested cooling the VRM heatsinks on the motherboard. That's generally okay with an air cooler, but could be a problem with liquid cooling.
Update: the Asus X99-Deluxe seems to have excellent VRM heatsinks, so I probably won't have concerns. There should be sufficient airflow from the case/rad fans.*