accessing maximum CPU capacity
accessing maximum CPU capacity
I'm not completely certain about this, so I'm seeking advice here. If I were to remove the CPU power cap, could it technically harm the processor? I don't think the voltage would change, just the power limit, which might allow the CPU to draw more power from your motherboard's manual. -- Turbo Power Limits lets you define a power cap for CPU Turbo mode. When the CPU uses more power than this cap, it will automatically lower the core speed to cut consumption. The setting adjusts based on the CPU's specs (default is Auto). -- Package Power Limit lets you specify the TDP (Watts) and how long the CPU can run at that power. If you exceed it, the CPU will reduce its frequency to save energy. This feature works only when Turbo Power Limits are enabled. (Default: Auto)
Instead of the CPU, consider the board if it isn't built for higher power consumption
What processor are you using? It won’t consume extra power unless you push it beyond the limits set by the BIOS. Power depends on both voltage and current, so changing the voltage alone won’t increase draw unless you also boost the amperage. In short, it’s probably not reaching its maximum capacity.
I opted for a high-end Gigabyte Z490 Vision G, which is way beyond what my 10600K needs. I’m thinking about moving to a 10900K or the next-gen 11900K in three to four years, so I’m going all-in on a solid motherboard now. It should support a fully overclocked 10900K running at 5.1GHz or higher for cooling. I’ve got Corsair’s H100X 240MM AIO.
I have a 10600K that’s already overclocked to 4.8GHZ at 1.29V. Going to 4.9GHZ causes instability at 1.32 and 1.33. I don’t want to crank the voltage further and see frequent BSODs when starting up. I’m curious if lowering the power limits could help, as silicon lottery.com mentioned they tested it on 5GHZ with a 180W limit.
You can increase the threshold, but it will only retrieve what it desires. I’m not sure it’ll be useful, though it’s worth trying at least.