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any overclocking explanation?

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03-02-2016, 02:51 AM
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Initially, here are the details: GTX 1060 6GB AMP! Edition (Zotac), AMD FX 8300, Gigabyte GA78LMT USB3 mobo, PNY Anarchy 8GB ram, 500w PSU. I was curious about overclocking and have tried gradually adjusting GPU and memory clocks, plus the fan if necessary. People mentioned a power target of 120, but it seems not essential since only a few used it. I also experimented with just increasing GPU and memory clocks, reaching +210, but didn’t notice a significant FPS boost in games. I mainly use FireStorm, though I can switch to other programs if needed.
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03-02-2016, 02:51 AM #1

Initially, here are the details: GTX 1060 6GB AMP! Edition (Zotac), AMD FX 8300, Gigabyte GA78LMT USB3 mobo, PNY Anarchy 8GB ram, 500w PSU. I was curious about overclocking and have tried gradually adjusting GPU and memory clocks, plus the fan if necessary. People mentioned a power target of 120, but it seems not essential since only a few used it. I also experimented with just increasing GPU and memory clocks, reaching +210, but didn’t notice a significant FPS boost in games. I mainly use FireStorm, though I can switch to other programs if needed.

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03-04-2016, 12:23 PM
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For GPU OC, refer to this manual:
0. Set up MSI AfterBurner. Download and execute UNIGINE Valley or Heaven on Ultra.
1. Raise your power ceiling.
2. Boost your core clock by 25+ at a time while observing the UNIGINE benchmark until you notice artifacts (strange lines and colors) or your driver fails. Then adjust it in comparison to your earlier settings.
Example Core clock: +25 > ... > +150 > artifact > +125 > ... (Maintain 25 or higher below max)
3. Repeat the same process for Memory. (50 or more below max)
4. Save your configuration.
5. Avoid checking the overclock option at startup; you can review it after a few days.
Ensure your temperatures remain under 80°C/176°F, if they exceed this range or hover nearby, consider adding a fan to your case close to the GPU.
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03-04-2016, 12:23 PM #2

For GPU OC, refer to this manual:
0. Set up MSI AfterBurner. Download and execute UNIGINE Valley or Heaven on Ultra.
1. Raise your power ceiling.
2. Boost your core clock by 25+ at a time while observing the UNIGINE benchmark until you notice artifacts (strange lines and colors) or your driver fails. Then adjust it in comparison to your earlier settings.
Example Core clock: +25 > ... > +150 > artifact > +125 > ... (Maintain 25 or higher below max)
3. Repeat the same process for Memory. (50 or more below max)
4. Save your configuration.
5. Avoid checking the overclock option at startup; you can review it after a few days.
Ensure your temperatures remain under 80°C/176°F, if they exceed this range or hover nearby, consider adding a fan to your case close to the GPU.

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03-04-2016, 04:54 PM
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Have you already increased your CPU's speed? Even with a strong overclock on an FX 8300, it may still be limiting your 1060's performance in many games. This could explain why you're not noticing any gains from upgrading your GPU.
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03-04-2016, 04:54 PM #3

Have you already increased your CPU's speed? Even with a strong overclock on an FX 8300, it may still be limiting your 1060's performance in many games. This could explain why you're not noticing any gains from upgrading your GPU.

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03-04-2016, 08:16 PM
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For GPU OC, refer to this manual:
0. Set up MSI AfterBurner. Obtain and execute UNIGINE Valley or Heaven on Ultra.
1. Raise your power ceiling.
2. Boost your core clock by 25+ at intervals while observing the UNIGINE benchmark until you notice artifacts (strange lines and colors) or your driver fails. Then adjust accordingly compared to your prior settings.
Example core clock: +25 > ... > +150 > artifact > +125 > ... (Maintain 25 or lower)
3. Repeat the process for Memory (50 or more below max).
4. Store your profile.
5. Avoid applying overclocking at startup; reassess after a few days.
Ensure your temperatures remain under 80°C/176°F, if they exceed this range or hover nearby, add a fan to your case close to the GPU.
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MCtoto123
03-04-2016, 08:16 PM #4

For GPU OC, refer to this manual:
0. Set up MSI AfterBurner. Obtain and execute UNIGINE Valley or Heaven on Ultra.
1. Raise your power ceiling.
2. Boost your core clock by 25+ at intervals while observing the UNIGINE benchmark until you notice artifacts (strange lines and colors) or your driver fails. Then adjust accordingly compared to your prior settings.
Example core clock: +25 > ... > +150 > artifact > +125 > ... (Maintain 25 or lower)
3. Repeat the process for Memory (50 or more below max).
4. Store your profile.
5. Avoid applying overclocking at startup; reassess after a few days.
Ensure your temperatures remain under 80°C/176°F, if they exceed this range or hover nearby, add a fan to your case close to the GPU.

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