Can I go further?

Greatgary
Member

06-24-2016, 03:19 AM

Hi I'm wondering how far I can overclock my CPU (FX-8370), I have it at 4.5ghz atm but I wanna know if I can push it further, My cpu cooler is a Noctua NH-D15s. If i need to list anything else just let me know as i really wanna push this further since its not that great a cpu to begin with from what I can tell.

Greatgary

06-24-2016, 03:19 AM #1

yArthur
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06-24-2016, 06:47 AM

Well, the outcome really hinges on the chip.
Silicon lottery, perhaps.
If conditions permit, proceed. Perform a stress test and continue only if stability is confirmed.
Also keep an eye on the VRM temperatures—don’t risk damaging your motherboard.

yArthur

06-24-2016, 06:47 AM #2

tezer68
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06-25-2016, 04:20 PM

Well, the outcome really hinges on the chip.
If conditions permit, proceed. Perform a stress test and continue only if stability is confirmed.
Keep an eye on the VRM temperatures too—don’t risk damaging your motherboard.

tezer68

06-25-2016, 04:20 PM #3

SuperScout345
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07-01-2016, 01:09 PM

It really depends on the chip. Silicon lottery and all that. If the temperatures are manageable, proceed. Perform a stress test and continue if it remains stable. Also keep an eye on the VRM temperatures—don’t risk damaging your motherboard. Where should I monitor those VRM temps?

SuperScout345

07-01-2016, 01:09 PM #4