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AMD Phenom II X4 955 overclocking guide

AMD Phenom II X4 955 overclocking guide

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Frankette44
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06-09-2016, 05:51 AM
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Good evening,
I'm just starting out here and want to overclock my CPU. Here are my computer details:
Processor: AMD Phenom II X4 955
Graphics card: Gigabyte GTX560 Ti
RAM: 8GB 1333Mhz (one is Kingston, the other Ballistix)
Power supply: CORSAIR CX500
Cooler: Be Quiet Pure Rock
Case: IN WIN Dragon Slayer Black Mini Tower
That's all I have. I'm looking for some basic guidance—no prior experience with overclocking or BIOS. Could someone help me understand the right steps and what to do next? Thank you!
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Frankette44
06-09-2016, 05:51 AM #1

Good evening,
I'm just starting out here and want to overclock my CPU. Here are my computer details:
Processor: AMD Phenom II X4 955
Graphics card: Gigabyte GTX560 Ti
RAM: 8GB 1333Mhz (one is Kingston, the other Ballistix)
Power supply: CORSAIR CX500
Cooler: Be Quiet Pure Rock
Case: IN WIN Dragon Slayer Black Mini Tower
That's all I have. I'm looking for some basic guidance—no prior experience with overclocking or BIOS. Could someone help me understand the right steps and what to do next? Thank you!

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iTz_x_Joesephs
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06-21-2016, 09:16 AM
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To be practical, aim for 3.7-3.9Ghz overclocks on the Phenom II x4 without increasing the core voltage. Adjust the BIOS settings, navigate to advanced configurations or advanced mode (note: I was an ASUS user), and set the CPU multiplier to 18.5 as a starting point. If the system boots, test gaming performance to check for crashes in the game or Windows. If successful, continue with higher overclocks up to 19.5 on the multiplier while keeping it in auto mode. Also, disable AMD Turbo Clock/core (already forgotten). A tutorial for classic BIOS users might be useful. You can also review OC settings shared by others on this site...
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iTz_x_Joesephs
06-21-2016, 09:16 AM #2

To be practical, aim for 3.7-3.9Ghz overclocks on the Phenom II x4 without increasing the core voltage. Adjust the BIOS settings, navigate to advanced configurations or advanced mode (note: I was an ASUS user), and set the CPU multiplier to 18.5 as a starting point. If the system boots, test gaming performance to check for crashes in the game or Windows. If successful, continue with higher overclocks up to 19.5 on the multiplier while keeping it in auto mode. Also, disable AMD Turbo Clock/core (already forgotten). A tutorial for classic BIOS users might be useful. You can also review OC settings shared by others on this site...

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EisTeeKlaus
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06-21-2016, 11:52 AM
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Are you familiar with the motherboard you're using? The configurations vary depending on the manufacturer.
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EisTeeKlaus
06-21-2016, 11:52 AM #3

Are you familiar with the motherboard you're using? The configurations vary depending on the manufacturer.

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maxdu632
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06-25-2016, 03:34 AM
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Absolutely, I remember the MSI 880GMA-E35 (FX) motherboard.
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maxdu632
06-25-2016, 03:34 AM #4

Absolutely, I remember the MSI 880GMA-E35 (FX) motherboard.

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06-27-2016, 04:32 AM
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Therefore, it's practical to target 3.7-3.9Ghz overclocks on the Phenom II x4 without increasing the core voltage.
Adjust the BIOS settings, move to advanced or advanced mode (note: I was an ASUS user), locate the CPU multiplier and set it to 18.5 initially. If the system boots, test gaming lightly to check for crashes in the game or Windows.
If successful, continue with higher overclocks up to 19.5 on the multiplier while keeping auto mode active. Also, remember to disable AMD Turbo Clock/core (already done).
A tutorial for classic BIOS users might be useful.
YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PryUImP6pkk
You can also review the OC settings shared by others on this site: http://www.overclockers.com/forums/showt...-880GM-E35
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Nightrangertwf
06-27-2016, 04:32 AM #5

Therefore, it's practical to target 3.7-3.9Ghz overclocks on the Phenom II x4 without increasing the core voltage.
Adjust the BIOS settings, move to advanced or advanced mode (note: I was an ASUS user), locate the CPU multiplier and set it to 18.5 initially. If the system boots, test gaming lightly to check for crashes in the game or Windows.
If successful, continue with higher overclocks up to 19.5 on the multiplier while keeping auto mode active. Also, remember to disable AMD Turbo Clock/core (already done).
A tutorial for classic BIOS users might be useful.
YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PryUImP6pkk
You can also review the OC settings shared by others on this site: http://www.overclockers.com/forums/showt...-880GM-E35

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