9600k OC Question
9600k OC Question
67-68C with real bench stress test results.
4.8ghz, 1.31V, uncore on auto.
Can I increase to 5ghz? What should I set vcore to?
What's a safe operating temperature for regular use? I don't want long-term damage.
Extra details: I have two top intake fans, one bottom intake, one front intake and one rear exhaust.
This document isn't suited for thermal compliance testing. Focus on the thermal and stability sections if you want clarity—other parts might still be useful.
When aiming for 5 GHz, several elements influence the outcome such as your cooling system and whether you’ve managed to secure a good silicon result. It also hinges on how you define a stable overclock. Some believe an overclock remains stable only if it can run continuously for 24 hours at Prime 95 with ATX turned on. Think about the noticeable gap between 4.8 and 5.0 GHz—it’s likely minimal. My machine has an i7 9700 K and handles a 4.8 GHz boost easily, but pushing to 5 GHz demands significantly more power and heat, making it not worthwhile.
I was thinking about that too. I'm trying to determine the actual percentage rise. A 2% increase isn't significant and doesn't match a 1:1 ratio. It would likely be less than a 2% gain. I plan to reduce voltage and maintain it at 4.8 for better longevity. Regarding ATX being enabled, I think it's unnecessary in prime95.
In reality, raising the frequency from 4.8Ghz to 5Ghz would represent a 4.16667% improvement. Starting at a peak boost of 4.6Ghz to 4.8Ghz would yield roughly a 4.3% gain, but the actual increase is higher since 4.6Ghz refers only to the single core speed (without MCE). If you're overclocking all cores at 4.8Ghz, it's more comparable to an overall boost of about 4.3Ghz versus a full 4.8Ghz, which translates to around an 11.6% performance jump.