And the 1090t black edition overclocking
And the 1090t black edition overclocking
Hello,
I’m planning to upgrade my AMD system. I bought it when it was released, assuming I could overclock it later, but... the moment arrived!
My current specs are listed in my profile.
I’m unsure about anything.
I’d like a clock speed of around 4.00ghz, though I have the stock fan and thermal paste installed. I’m trying to play Blade and Soul, which run smoothly at 40-60 fps solo, 30 fps during gameplay, and crash when attempting open world Voss with more than 30 players.
Even though I’ve shared my recommended specs before, I can’t handle sustained loads above that threshold.
So here are my questions (I’m new to overclocking but understand the basics):
1. How quickly have others achieved similar clock speeds with stock fans and thermal management?
2. Are there any affordable fan recommendations that work well?
3. Will I need to overclock my RAM and GPU?
4. Blade and Soul doesn’t require multiple cores, but I read about setting it to use only 3 cores at a time. Would that be helpful?
5. My goal is to run the open world boss on weekends for about an hour or two.
My priority is keeping the system safe and reliable—this rig has served me well for five years. I don’t want to replace it unless absolutely necessary, so preserving its performance is key. If my CPU fails within a week, month, or half a year, it wouldn’t be worth keeping.
Edit: I apologize for the typos; I’m currently on my phone and experimenting with different voltages and speeds instead of posting. I just need to collect as much information as possible before I try it at home.
Yes, all the coolers discussed will either fit onto the standard mounting system or come with adapters to work with different socket types. In certain situations, this might mean taking out the original mounting system and using an adapter along with a backplate. This applies to most useful coolers, and honestly, it's a major drawback for the 212 EVO as Cooler Master designed, because it doesn't offer much flexibility.
i wouldn't attempt to run it at 4 mgz on stock cooler. instead, conduct a prime 95 test to observe its performance at higher temperatures without overclocking.
I don't think a stock cooler will give much performance, maybe try a 212 evo instead. Overclocking with the stock unit isn't advisable.
Your RAM is DDR3, and you should consider upgrading your graphics card soon—it could really help.
I wouldn't try an overclock until you discover the reason for your system's crashes, which could stem from overheating. Install HWmonitor or NZXT CAM and monitor your temperatures (CPU/GPU). It seems a budget yet effective aftermarket CPU cooler such as the EVO 212 would be a good start.
It's nice to see the details you provided, but it's missing some important information. You didn't mention the motherboard and power supply unit, which are crucial. For overclocking, those components are especially significant, as well as your cooling setup, not just the rest of the specs.
8GB DDR3 1333 RAM GA-890FXA-UD5 Rev 3.1, model not remembered but power supply brand unknown—it's around 750 watts. I think my system runs without issues, though games crash in open world scenarios; community says at least 4GHz is needed for that boss. I’ll check the specs later tonight.
To ensure stability, the system remains functional without crashes, though open-world scenarios tend to cause issues in the game. After consulting the community, it appears a minimum of 4ghz is required for boss encounters. You don’t need a full CPU speed for boss fights. In BnS there’s an option to adjust graphics settings, lowering performance during intense battles to prevent lag or crashes—this includes “Low-End PC Optimization.” While this reduces resolution, you can modify it in the game files to avoid screen impact, thanks to user MavisVermilion.
I've tested the optimization settings for combat and low-end PCs. The main problem is with the open world Blackwyrm fight, where 30 or more players attack at once. It's hard to join unless you have a party invite because the channel is full. I discovered a tip on Reddit that says pressing Ctrl f hides other players, which might help reduce lag. I'm considering trying it tonight. However, I still face issues—when a group joins and a dragon spawns, I drop to 0-3 frames, struggle to move, and the game crashes.
Check your CPU temperatures as well. A friend of mine has a 965x4 (no OC), 4GB RAM, GTX 750ti @900P, and plays that game smoothly even with big groups or spawns without any lag. He didn’t use the low-end PC option. When I had the PC, he used the EVO 212 and temperatures were much better.