Can I overclock my CPU using my existing system and power supply?

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Can I overclock my CPU using my existing system and power supply?

Can I overclock my CPU using my existing system and power supply?

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vikkiii
Member

182

09-28-2020, 11:36 AM

#1

Hey Guys,
I'm planning to overclock my CPU and found online that it's possible to reach 5GHz with the i7-9700k.
Here’s what my setup looks like:
Motherboard: MSI MPG Z390 GAMING PLUS
CPU: i7-9700k + Corsair water cooling
RAM: 16GB DDR4
GPU: MSI 3080
Monitors: 1 24" 1440p, 1 21" 1080p
Storage: 2 SSDs, 1 HDD
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNova G1 750w PSU - https://www.amazon.co.uk/EVGA-SuperNOVA-...B0797HL9Z4
I’m only focusing on CPU overclocking, not modifying the 3080 yet. I’m unsure if my PSU can handle this or if I should replace it first.

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vikkiii

09-28-2020, 11:36 AM #1

Hey Guys,
I'm planning to overclock my CPU and found online that it's possible to reach 5GHz with the i7-9700k.
Here’s what my setup looks like:
Motherboard: MSI MPG Z390 GAMING PLUS
CPU: i7-9700k + Corsair water cooling
RAM: 16GB DDR4
GPU: MSI 3080
Monitors: 1 24" 1440p, 1 21" 1080p
Storage: 2 SSDs, 1 HDD
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNova G1 750w PSU - https://www.amazon.co.uk/EVGA-SuperNOVA-...B0797HL9Z4
I’m only focusing on CPU overclocking, not modifying the 3080 yet. I’m unsure if my PSU can handle this or if I should replace it first.

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IceBjornn
Member

98

09-28-2020, 01:07 PM

#2

It's fine, you're all set, I'd suggest Intel's Extreme tuning tool. It's an automatic OC utility that works well, particularly for beginners, and remains useful even for experienced users.

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IceBjornn

09-28-2020, 01:07 PM #2

It's fine, you're all set, I'd suggest Intel's Extreme tuning tool. It's an automatic OC utility that works well, particularly for beginners, and remains useful even for experienced users.

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jettli3
Junior Member

44

10-15-2020, 02:25 PM

#3

Missed the mention of your motherboard, which is actually the key factor in overclocking an Intel chip. It should be a Z-series board, and the power supply is solid and more than sufficient for the tasks involved.

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jettli3

10-15-2020, 02:25 PM #3

Missed the mention of your motherboard, which is actually the key factor in overclocking an Intel chip. It should be a Z-series board, and the power supply is solid and more than sufficient for the tasks involved.

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rosie2435
Senior Member

475

10-15-2020, 03:11 PM

#4

I'm sorry you're right! Just made it to the main post now.

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rosie2435

10-15-2020, 03:11 PM #4

I'm sorry you're right! Just made it to the main post now.

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RED_DEATHXx
Junior Member

4

10-26-2020, 11:39 PM

#5

It's fine, you're all set, I'd suggest Intel's Extreme tuning tool. It's an automatic OC utility that works well, particularly for beginners, and remains useful even for experienced users.

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RED_DEATHXx

10-26-2020, 11:39 PM #5

It's fine, you're all set, I'd suggest Intel's Extreme tuning tool. It's an automatic OC utility that works well, particularly for beginners, and remains useful even for experienced users.

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EA3
Junior Member

6

10-27-2020, 01:13 AM

#6

Sure, I'll check if my mobile has that and try it out, thanks.

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EA3

10-27-2020, 01:13 AM #6

Sure, I'll check if my mobile has that and try it out, thanks.