Aurora r4 with Radeon R9 290
Aurora r4 with Radeon R9 290
first confirm you have enough power, because when overclocked this card can consume up to 350W. After that, install MSI Afterburner and gradually increase the core clock by 10 MHz steps until it stops exceeding 1000 frames per second, which you check after each adjustment. identify the stable setting, note it down, then return it to its original value. repeat the same process for memory. once both reach their maximums, begin increasing them by about 20Mhz each time until you discover the combined upper limit. be careful with temperatures throughout the process—the card will get very hot, and since it's a reference model, you might not need to overclock much. if temperatures remain acceptable, consider slightly adjusting the core voltage and repeating the max clock check.
first confirm you have enough power, as overclocking this card can consume up to 350W. After that, install MSI Afterburner and gradually increase the core clock by 10 MHz steps until it stops exceeding 1000 frames per second during each test. identify the stable setting, note it, then return it to the default value. repeat the same process for memory. once both reach their maximums, begin increasing them by about 20Mhz each time until you discover the combined upper limit. be careful with temperatures throughout the process—the card will get very hot, and it might not be advisable to overclock much. if temperatures remain acceptable, consider adjusting the core voltage slightly and repeating the stability check.
Robert Cook explains the process carefully. First verify the power supply can handle the overclock, as the card may consume up to 350W. After that, install MSI afterburner and gradually increase the core clock by 10 MHz steps, checking if it stays under 1000 frames of furmark each time. Identify the stable setting, note it down, and return it to stock. Repeat this for memory. Once both components reach their maximum, begin increasing them together by about 20Mhz until you discover the combined upper limit. Be cautious with temperatures throughout the process—the card will get very hot, so it might not be advisable to overclock much. If temperatures remain acceptable, consider adjusting the core voltage slightly and repeating the stability check.
Thank you for the clarification. Could you specify the temperature range you're aiming for? I need that information to provide accurate guidance about your 850W PSU and reference card.
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this is a reference card, it is the design direct from AMD, these cards run very hot, but are often the cheapest. with that card mid eighties are considered on the high side, 90s are a bad idea. you might have to boost the fans just to avoid that at stock speeds. the PSU should be fine. I would look into getting an XFX Double disapation or card with aftermarket cooling, as the temps will be better.
Robert Cook shared this information: the reference card is a direct design from AMD, tends to overheat but is often the most affordable. In the mid-eighties it was seen as reasonable, but the 90s are not recommended. You might need to increase fan speed just to prevent overheating at normal speeds. The power supply unit should handle it fine. He suggests considering an XFX Double Disappling card or one with aftermarket cooling for better temperature management.