After applying the core Ryzen Master optimization, power consumption drops significantly.
After applying the core Ryzen Master optimization, power consumption drops significantly.
Hi there, newbie! I just got a 5800X and was advised to run it with RyzenMaster for all-core overclocking. It boosted the core clocks up to 4.95GHz but cut power consumption. Now it’s handling 120-130 watts while keeping those core speeds around 4.8 and 4.7GHz. That’s lower than expected since overclocking usually means more power, not less.
It looks extremely unstable with significant clock stretching. Achieving 4.95GHz across all cores is rare and typically only possible with subambient cooling. Verify this by testing performance under benchmark conditions to understand the relationship between score and stock. Avoid full-core overclocking on Ryzen 5000 outside competitive testing—it often results in lower overall performance.
Check results with cinebench; scores under 4.8 suggest clock stretching. Allcore may also indicate effective clockspeed. PBo can likely boost single-core performance, possibly reaching around 5GHz, though that feels like a modest increase. It seems Allcore usually runs at a lower frequency than manually setting static voltage.
5.0GHz to 5.1GHz varies by chip model. Some pairs reach 5.2, though it's uncommon. Performance depends on the stress test used. Cinebench acts as a stress test, boosting speeds by 3-5% across cores. With real tools like Linpack or Prime95, it slows by 3-5% as you hit peak limits around 4.5-4.6GHz instead of the higher numbers seen with PBO in full workloads. Overall, the gain is minimal and not worth the extra effort compared to simply enabling PBO.
The goal of overclocking beyond competitive testing is often about maximizing performance and stability under higher conditions. Using more power can help push the processor closer to its limits, potentially improving speed and responsiveness. It’s about finding that sweet spot where heat management becomes a factor in achieving better results.
I've experienced no stability problems. Under full load the CPU maintains 4.95 for roughly 10 seconds before dropping to 4.85-4.75ghz (hyper 212 cooler with two fans). Using cinabench r23 improved its score from 14500-15200 to now reaching around 16600. Switching to 112w and 75c to 80c versus the PBO 140-150w and 85c to 90c at 4.8 locked performance. Even the blender showed a slight slowdown. Only titles like CSGO noticed a drop from 560fps to 480fps on average.
Based on my observations with a 3600 PPoE setup, higher clock speeds don't improve performance because the constraints remain active. The main benefit is a longer duration at peak frequency, which contributes to better scores. Pairing this with an undervolt setting yields the ideal configuration—extra voltage or the default level generates more heat without improving results.