8700k plus 1080 on z370 Taichi with EVGA 650w Supernova P2
8700k plus 1080 on z370 Taichi with EVGA 650w Supernova P2
Will the 650w supernova p2 or the taichi limit me in any way with an 8700k and gtx 1080? I’m checking if this build can fully support streaming and playing shooters at their maximum, without any frame drops, stutters, or instability. I want a top-tier system with the best performance and minimal interruptions. ROCK SOLID is essential. I appreciate the price of the taichi but am open to paying more. Should I consider another motherboard? And can the 650w supernova p2 handle extreme overclocking perfectly on a very high-end rig?
The EVGA P2 Supernova 650w is an excellent PSU with a Platinum rating, perfectly suited for your 8700K and 1080 setup without any difficulties. Even when pushing to 4.8 or 4.9GHz, you'll perform just fine. If you manage to hit 5GHz without overheating, it will run smoothly.
to ensure clarity, you can purchase top-quality equipment, though many games come with built-in optimization issues. completely reliable options are uncommon in highly graphical titles these days.
I understand, this highlights why having strong setups is crucial for games like PUBG or Tarkov. Paying attention to details really matters. ROLF is a fun way to engage.
The setup with a 650w Supernova P2 or Taichi should not significantly impact your performance when using an 8700k and a GTX 1080. You should be able to stream and play games at full capacity without noticeable frame drops, stuttering, or instability. The goal is to have the optimal PC with top clock speeds and minimal interruptions. I prefer the Taichi for its price but am open to spending more. Regarding a different motherboard, it’s not necessary unless you have specific requirements. Concern about cooling is valid if you use stock BIOS for both 1080 and 8700. The 650w should be fine, but the 8700K might draw around 200W with MCE enabled, while the 1080 could draw 250-300W depending on the model. You can aim for 5.2GHz on the 8700K and 2.1GHz on the 1080; throttling usually appears as skipped frames or screen artifacts. Reducing the clock speed to 50MHz and boosting fan speeds is an easy fix.
dederedmi5plus :
try get 5.2GHz on 8700K and 2.1GHz on 1080.
5.2ghz is extremely long shot for the i7 8700k. There is a service called silicon lottery that delid and replace the thermal substance under the cap for better cooling of the cpu. They also sell the best binned cpus, including the i7 8700k at premium prices. The highest they go on them is 5.1ghz. Get my point? As far as the video card going to 2100mhz, seems plausible. There is however no guarantee you can get there. I think that may also be rare air.
Anyway, the setup you mentioned is fine though it is cutting it a little close if you intend to do some heavy overclocking. It also depends on all your peripherals too. The fans and all your drives count too. Also the AIO if you get one.I personally would go with a 750w. What if you decide to add a second graphics card in the future?
urbancamper :
dederedmi5plus :
tried to set up 5.2GHz on 8700K and 2.1GHz on 1080.
5.2ghz really doesn’t sound feasible for an i7 8700k. There’s a service called silicon lottery that can replace the thermal paste under the cap for improved CPU cooling. They also offer top-tier CPUs, including the i7 8700k at higher prices. The maximum they list is 5.1ghz. Got it? As for the graphics card reaching 2100mhz, it seems possible but not certain. There’s no certainty you’ll hit that speed. It might be a rare case.
Anyway, your setup works, though it’s getting close if you plan heavy overclocking. It also depends on your other gear—fans, drives, and the AIO matter too. I’d suggest a 750w if you’re considering that. What about adding a second graphics card later?
urbancamper faces challenges with the silicon lottery, but I don't think the special binned wafer—after some time spent picking and testing "premium wafer" similar to what EVGA does with their "K|NGP|N" line—was picked up by an online seller and then sold on a limited, exclusive counter. Some users experience 5.2GHz before throttling (where the motherboard's safety feature overrides the user setting). The issue is maintaining CPU or GPU temperatures below certain limits (<90 for CPU or <95 for GPU), even with high-end coolers like NHD5 or Dark Rock Pro, which seem insufficient to dissipate heat effectively. The 8700K design inherently restricts heat transfer.
I understand the point: it’s why you shouldn’t keep running at 5.2GHz permanently. The overclocking start-up after POST usually means you won’t notice until a program stutters or freezes.
The most effective solution is using a heavy-duty CPU watercooler with a waterblock, such as the one available here:
https://shop.aquacomputer.de/product_inf...ts_id=3704
(featuring a silver base plate), which supports open-loop water cooling—though it can be quite costly.
Who cares, a 4% variation between 5.0 and 5.2 is negligible. It won't be noticeable in practice, except for benchmarks.