Adjusting the i7-5820k to run at 4.4 GHz with 1.17 Voltage
Adjusting the i7-5820k to run at 4.4 GHz with 1.17 Voltage
Run stress tests on an OC for several hours; using games is a valid method too. Be cautious with Prime95 due to AVX effects and potential misleading results. Refer to section 12. The temperature should stay below 80°C, but your voltages seem low for a 4.4GHz clock—consider increasing voltage without altering the clock if you face instability, as this could cause vdroop issues.
I would also consider improved cooling solutions. I was evaluating my 5820k @ 4.4Ghz with a Noctua NH-U14S, but it reached high temperatures in the 80s to low 90s, which is quite intense. Still, my unit would submerge after testing. Your voltage setting seems quite low for that speed, though I've noticed better overclocking performance and reduced voltage needs with newer stepping models of the 5820k CPU compared to older ones. I require around 1.325v for mine. It has been running since its release in 2014.
For stress testing, Prime95 26.6 is the latest version to try due to AVX features and potential VRM current issues. I use ASUS Realbench, Memtest, 3DMark, Unigine benchmarks, Sisoft Sandra tests, several demanding games (Crysis 3, DA3, Battlefield, etc.), plus regular web browsing and everyday PC tasks to verify the overclock stability.
I'd consider improving the cooling setup as well. During testing, I reached high temperatures in the 80s and low 90s with my 5820k at 4.4Ghz using a Noctua NH-U14S. Despite this, it kept flooding regardless of water submersion. Your voltage setting seems quite low for that speed, though I've noticed better overclocking results with newer stepping versions of the 5820k compared to older ones. For me, I'm aiming for 1.325v. I've been using this machine since its X99 launch in 2014.
For stress testing, Prime95 26.6 is the latest version to try due to AVX features and potential VRM current issues. I use ASUS Realbench, Memtest, 3DMark, Unigine benchmarks, Sisoft Sandra tests, several demanding games (like Crysis 3, DA3, Battlefield), plus regular web browsing and everyday PC tasks to verify the overclock stability.
I opted to overclock my 5820k to 4.2Ghz at 1.15V and maintain that setting until I can afford a better cooler or water cooling solution. So far, everything appears stable. I've played both Battlefield 1 and Watch_Dogs 2 without any crashes. However, I'll keep your advice in mind; thank you all! Your support means a lot.
Edit: My next goal is to overclock my Strix 1080. I found a guide online, but it didn't mention raising voltage or fan speed. I'm aware that adjusting voltage can risk damaging my graphics card. Should I just go ahead with the overclock without changing those settings? I'm completely new to this process. Additionally, I don't have a water cooling unit for my GPU. What's the safe temperature range for a GPU during gaming?