6700k - Is this the ideal mix of core and cache?
6700k - Is this the ideal mix of core and cache?
I'm curious about the benchmark score you received (the extra 10% performance on single core and multi-core). It's interesting because if I want to maintain a vcore of 1.35v, reaching 4.7Ghz with a 47-core speed isn't feasible. For daily driving, I usually stick to around 1.35 volts. Some people might push higher, but I don't think it's safe. You could try adjusting your LLC settings for stability, though you'll likely face increased temperatures.
I prefer keeping things under 1.25V and below 75C during the stress test. I’m aware some people can push their Intel CPUs to 1.45 volts, which is close to the recommended max voltage. That’s just too high for my taste. Temperatures vary based on the stress test, but I aim for average temps under 80C and peak temps above that are acceptable. However, if you run Prime95, you might see some unusual high temperatures at normal speeds and voltages, which is another reason I don’t like Prime.
Because the majority of games are designed for standard systems and provide only small improvements via overclocking, I believe your time would be better used fine-tuning your CPU/GPU settings and memory timings to get the best performance. If this doesn’t meet your expectations, feel free to start overclocking—but make sure your components are compatible and your memory doesn’t slow things down.