ASUS AI Suite III CPU Load-line Calibration adjustment?
ASUS AI Suite III CPU Load-line Calibration adjustment?
Hi,
I've been exploring the AI Suite and discovered a CPU Load-line Calibration setting in DIGI+ VRM. Currently it's set to Level 6, but I can increase it to Level 7. Is it safe to do that? Here are some images: https://gyazo.com/7cb98b764de394b441b992f59d7a36af
ElectronGuyzz :
Hey there,
I've been exploring AI Suite and came across a CPU Load-line Calibration setting in DIGI+ VRM. Currently it's set to Level 6, but I can go up to 7 if needed. Is it okay to increase it that way?
I found some images here: https://gyazo.com/7cb98b764de394b441b992f59d7a36af
This adjustment helps stabilize the vcore voltage during overclocking by preventing it from dropping too much under load, which can cause crashes. So essentially, a loose LLC might lead to instability, while a tighter one keeps things steady.
ElectronGuyzz:
Hey there,
I've been exploring AI Suite and came across a CPU Load-line Calibration setting in DIGI+ VRM. Currently it's set to Level 6, but I can increase it to 7 if needed. Is that safe? I found some images here: https://gyazo.com/7cb98b764de394b441b992f59d7a36af
This setting prevents the voltage from dropping when overclocking under load, which can cause instability and crashes. Normally, with a vcore of 1.35v and a loose LLC, stress could lower it to 1.31v, leading to insufficient power during full load. The LLC is meant to lock the voltage you specify, avoiding that drop. However, performance varies by board—my setup shows LLC 7 causes significant voltage fluctuations, while LLC level 1 minimizes them. Setting it higher (like 3) keeps the voltage steady at 1.375v under load, but finding the right balance requires testing during overclocking.
ElectronGuyzz :
The best program to test it with would be CPU-Z, right?
Prime95 26.6:
http://www.mersenneforum.org/showthread.php?t=15504
or
LinX / IBT tends to be quicker:
https://www.techspot.com/downloads/4965-...ntest.html
These apps will really stress your CPU, so make sure you have good cooling.
Yes, I mostly rely on Prime95 for CPU testing, although I intended the program to monitor my vcore.
I installed a Corsair H115i liquid cooler on my i5 6600k at 4.6ghz and 1.375v, and the temperatures are excellent.
I have my entire hardware configuration recorded. Notably, when I hover the cursor over my profile photo, I can see that.
ElectronGuyzz:
I mostly rely on Prime95 for CPU testing, though I intended to monitor my vcore.
I installed a Corsair H115i liquid cooler on an i5 6600k at 4.6ghz and 1.375v, the temperatures are excellent.
LOL, sorry, I tried AIDA64—it’s only a 30-day trial. But you can check the sensors tab: https://www.aida64.com/downloads/NDkwNjRiNGU=
😀
We all mess up sometimes, that's okay!
Thanks for understanding!
I ran some tests for now. I used Prime95 with Level 7, which produced a reading of 1.426-1.440v. After stopping the test, I tried Level 4 and the voltage remained stable at 1.376v during testing. That suggests I should stick with Level 4? Yes, definitely.