Adjust performance by increasing clock speed using the built-in fans.
Adjust performance by increasing clock speed using the built-in fans.
I really like playing the Steam game ARK: Survival Evolved. It’s quite demanding on both CPU and GPU.
I was thinking about overclocking my AMD FX-6300 and AMD RX 560 to improve my gaming experience in ARK.
I have a 450 watt PSU and I’m not home at the moment, so I’m uncertain about my motherboard. If you need that info, let me know and I’ll update the post once I’m back.
On average, I usually get around 60 degrees Celsius while gaming and 40 degrees Celsius on my desktop.
My GPUs and CPUs both have the standard fans, so I’m not expecting a big change, but I hope to see a noticeable improvement.
I also use MSI Afterburner, if that might help.
PMSeymourva
12-01-2025, 09:14 AM #1Hi,
I really like playing the Steam game ARK: Survival Evolved. It’s quite demanding on both CPU and GPU.
I was thinking about overclocking my AMD FX-6300 and AMD RX 560 to improve my gaming experience in ARK.
I have a 450 watt PSU and I’m not home at the moment, so I’m uncertain about my motherboard. If you need that info, let me know and I’ll update the post once I’m back.
On average, I usually get around 60 degrees Celsius while gaming and 40 degrees Celsius on my desktop.
My GPUs and CPUs both have the standard fans, so I’m not expecting a big change, but I hope to see a noticeable improvement.
I also use MSI Afterburner, if that might help.
I’ve spent a lot of time modifying FX chips over the years.
With the 6300, I noticed that a direct overclock to 3.8ghz on all cores is usually possible with the stock cooler (and even on a budget board), while lowering the load voltage and keeping the same temperature as before.
Although 3.8ghz might seem modest compared to the advertised 4.1ghz turbo clock, that boost isn’t applied to all cores—when it does activate, other cores experience unstable clock drops to maintain the desired power density.
I previously posted about this; a single-core benchmark still shows around 3.8ghz, and the multicore passmark improves by about 10-15%.
If I really tried to stick with it...
You must clearly mention your motherboard model honestly.
I’ve spent a lot of time modifying FX chips over the years.
With the 6300, I noticed that a direct overclock to 3.8ghz on all cores is usually possible with the stock cooler (and even on a budget board), while lowering the load voltage and keeping the same temperature as before.
Although 3.8ghz might seem modest compared to the advertised 4.1ghz turbo clock, that boost isn’t applied to all cores—when it does activate, other cores experience unstable clock drops to maintain the desired power density.
I previously posted about this; a single-core benchmark still shows around 3.8ghz, and the multicore passmark improves by about 10-15%.
If I really tried to stick with it...
The AOD displays two temperatures measured in FX processors. One indicates the core temperature (up to 62°C) and another shows socket/package temperatures (up to 90°C). Max values are provided. The core temps are shown in reverse as a temperature before throttling point (62°C), meaning higher is better. On a stock CPU cooler, you wouldn't expect more than 100-200 MHz of OC.
duolux1511
12-01-2025, 02:02 PM #4CountMike asked about the temperature readings in AOD. There are two temperatures displayed in FX processors: one for core temperature (up to 62°C) and another for socket/package temps (up to 90°C). AOD shows core temperatures but reverses them as a reading before throttling point (62°C), meaning higher values indicate better performance. On a stock CPU cooler, I wouldn't expect more than 100-200 MHz of OC. He is unsure what AOD stands for and has screenshots of both Global Wattman and MSI Afterburner settings to reference.
AOD (AMD OverDrive) applies to the CPU and other components.
https://www.techspot.com/downloads/4645-...drive.html
NorthwestSun
12-02-2025, 03:53 AM #5I believed you were referring to a processor. Those images are related to the GPU.
AOD (AMD OverDrive) applies to the CPU and other components.
https://www.techspot.com/downloads/4645-...drive.html
As long as you have a solid 450w power supply with a 30+ amp 12volt rail, you should be able to push the 6300 a bit higher. Adjust the northbridge and HT link for better performance. You might also try overclocking the CPU and cooler using both wet and dry methods, along with high-quality thermal paste to maintain lower temperatures.
I’ve spent a lot of time working with FX chips over the years.
With the 6300, I noticed that a direct overclock to 3.8ghz on all cores is usually possible using the stock cooler (and even on a budget board), while lowering the load voltage and keeping the same temperature as before.
Although 3.8ghz might seem modest compared to the advertised 4.1ghz turbo clock, that boost isn’t applied to all cores—when it does activate, other cores experience unstable clock drops to maintain the desired power density.
I previously shared this on a forum; the single-core passmark stays around 3.8ghz, and the multicore passmark improves by about 10-15%.
If you really want to keep an eye on things, I recommend checking that post—I can help you find it, though honestly it’s a bit messy
mannkiking
12-02-2025, 11:44 AM #7You must clearly mention your motherboard model honestly.
I’ve spent a lot of time working with FX chips over the years.
With the 6300, I noticed that a direct overclock to 3.8ghz on all cores is usually possible using the stock cooler (and even on a budget board), while lowering the load voltage and keeping the same temperature as before.
Although 3.8ghz might seem modest compared to the advertised 4.1ghz turbo clock, that boost isn’t applied to all cores—when it does activate, other cores experience unstable clock drops to maintain the desired power density.
I previously shared this on a forum; the single-core passmark stays around 3.8ghz, and the multicore passmark improves by about 10-15%.
If you really want to keep an eye on things, I recommend checking that post—I can help you find it, though honestly it’s a bit messy