Beginner in overclocking, seeking guidance on safe limits to avoid issues
Beginner in overclocking, seeking guidance on safe limits to avoid issues
The computer I have is located here:
http://h20564.www2.hp.com/hpsc/doc/publi...=c04556792
I've been experimenting with my GeForce GT 705 and adjusting the settings a bit using afterburner, which improved performance. However, I only have a 180w power supply (working on that lol), so I don't want to put too much strain on the system. Anyone know the best settings to keep it running smoothly?
I've pushed the core clock up to 999mhz and memory clock to 999mhz, but I can't set the power limit or core voltage yet. I'm still learning overclocking, so any advice would be greatly appreciated!
It's helpful that you can't adjust the power limit, otherwise you might damage a cheap OEM motherboard. Because you're not changing voltage or power usage, the chances of overclocking are low. Just keep raising the core clock until it crashes during a GPU stress test, and repeat for memory. Also, watch your GPU temperatures closely.
The brain360 shared their surprise at the power consumption, noting their laptop uses more than 180 watts and advising against overclocking until a new PSU arrives. They cautioned about HP's tendency to produce proprietary components that may not fit or work with new parts. Regarding overclocking after installing a new PSU, they suggested increasing the core clock by 25mhz and stress testing with tools like FurMark. If stable, raising it further is recommended. This method is considered safe and similar for memory as well. They also mentioned they're happy about overclocking.
depending on the CPU in it, it's around 40-90 watts... (gpu only at factory settings uses 31 watts max). A 180 watt PSU has enough capacity if it's delivering the right current to the correct rail. It seems unlikely the GPU would reach 45 watts based on what I see.
FurMark is a GPU stress test designed to challenge your CPU to its limits. It's straightforward—just launch it after adjusting your overclock settings.
Thor220 shared his experience with FurMark, noting it primarily tests the CPU under maximum stress. He mentioned running it post-overclock and observed stable performance at around 80 degrees. He asked if this setup could be considered a reliable overclock.
The brain360 :
Twenty minutes isn't enough to confirm stability. (At least according to me)
Try testing overnight to check for crashes or glitches on the screen.
Good luck with the overclocking!
I've been playing Assassin's Creed Brotherhood for roughly three hours now, with it overclocked at 918mhz core and 885 memory. It didn't work before without lagging, but it's fine now. The GPU is steady at 78 degrees when I play, so I'm probably not pushing it as hard as possible, which is a plus.
Is it accurate that overclocking accelerates wear on components?