AMD FX 6350 6 core overclock
AMD FX 6350 6 core overclock
I have a H100i cooler and a 6 core AMD FX 6350 stock with 4.1 ghz, I tried to boost it to 4.9ghz but can't recall the steps. I used a guide with detailed instructions on voltage and other settings.
I would really appreciate any assistance, even just an estimate would help. I know each system clocks differently, but I need to be sure.
Also, the setup includes an MSI 970A g43 motherboard.
Typically just turn off APM, disable turbo boost, increase core voltage up to a maximum of 1.45V only if the CPU isn’t too hot, boost the CPU multiplier, and consider using an LLC to maintain stable voltage under load. Begin with a modest voltage boost and only increase if your overclock isn’t stable. A speed of 4.9Ghz is quite high, so you might only achieve around 4.7Ghz consistently and reliably. Also, feel free to search online for an overclocking guide specific to your CPU and motherboard.
Mostly turning off APM, stopping turbo boost, increasing core voltage up to a maximum of 1.45V only when the CPU isn’t too hot, boosting the CPU multiplier, and possibly using an LLC to maintain stable voltage under load. Begin with a modest voltage increase and only raise it if your overclock isn’t stable. A 4.9Ghz clock is quite high, so you might only achieve around 4.7Ghz consistently and reliably. Feel free to search online for an overclocking guide tailored to your CPU and motherboard. Thanks for the help!
CountMike replied with a light tone, saying VRM isn't something to be overly impressed about on that NB and it's not the coolest option. He added a laugh at the end.
Verify your PC (tap the icon), it only reaches 4.731 GHz for full stability and operates continuously on significantly more powerful RAM. The CPU is a Black Edition with C0 stepping; these models are among the best available. The VID remains steady at 1,325v when set manually. I attempted up to 1.5v, but it didn't improve stability or frequency.
I discovered a comparable guide to the one I was looking into.
FSB is set to 225, HT is configured at x12 for 2700 at 1.25v (stock multi applied, voltage increased), NB is x11 for 2475 at 1.150v (stock multi, voltage increased), RAM is x8 for 1800 at 1.53v (DDR3 1600 required a slight voltage boost but timings remained unchanged), CPU is x21.5 for 4.8375 at 1.4375v, and CPU NB Core is 1.2875v (IMC voltage bump needed when OC RAM, which greatly improves stability).
I appreciate how it's written above, but still face challenges locating those definitions in my MSI bios since the terms are different.
Sorry, I'm not very familiar with this and realize I shouldn't be in my bios... I just pick up from experience.
Overclocking a g43 with a water cooler on a machine left running nonstop? That's a recipe for disaster, buddy! It's like saying the recipe for a house fire is just a joke. The g43 is one of the poorest am3+ boards available.