Can i overclock this? And how do i overclock?
Can i overclock this? And how do i overclock?
Hello everyone
I’m trying to overclock my PC but I’m not sure how to do it or if it’s possible with this setup.
The components are: Corsair Carbide 500r case, Intel i5-4440 3.10GHz CPU, Sapphire R9 270x dual-x GPU, ASUS B85M-G motherboard, Seasonic M12 II EVO 520W power supply, Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO CPU cooler, a 1TB HDD, one HyperX Fury Red 8GB RAM.
I’ve watched some YouTube videos and read on forums, but I’m still unsure. Can I overclock the CPU or GPU? Should I use MSI Afterburner? I don’t know which settings to adjust. I mainly use this PC for gaming and only occasionally for editing.
Please let me know if anyone can help!
You cannot increase the clock speed of a non-K CPU, especially not with a B series Intel chipset. To boost the performance of Intel CPUs (non-Skylake), you require a K series CPU and a Z series chipset.
In short, overclocking your CPU isn't possible. But your GPU can be overclocked using tools like Afterburner or similar software.
You cannot increase the clock speed of a non-K CPU, especially not with a B series Intel chipset. To boost the performance of Intel CPUs (non-Skylake), you require a K series CPU and a Z series chipset.
In short, overclocking your CPU isn't possible. But your GPU can be overclocked using tools like Afterburner.
To enhance your GPU's performance, begin by raising your core clock speed. This typically provides a greater improvement than adjusting the memory clock. Increase it gradually, not exceeding 10MHz at once. Once you've made the change, run a test. You might use synthetic tools such as 3DMark or Furmark for evaluation. Be cautious with Furmark—it will stress your GPU more intensely than other methods, likely leading to excessive heat and potentially damaging the hardware. Monitor temperatures closely during testing; if they rise too high, halt the process immediately. Continue the test while observing for graphical issues, crashes, or system freezes. After about 10 to 20 minutes without problems, you should feel more confident in its stability. If temperatures remain normal and performance holds, consider increasing the speed further in small increments. The key factor remains managing heat effectively.
I increased the core clock from 1060 MHz to 1110, reaching a peak temperature of 72°C under full load. When the temperature exceeds 72°C, the second fan activates, dropping it to 71°C, with this cycle repeating every 30 seconds. Is it harmful for the GPU if one fan turns on and off every half minute? Will the 50 MHz overclock have any impact? Should I attempt further overclocks? I hope I get the answers.
Well 50MHz means just a bit more than a 5% boost, so you can expect a small gain somewhere under 5%. Therefore, if you're currently around 40 FPS in a game, the best you'd likely achieve is an extra about 2 FPS. This isn't a significant improvement. Unless you manage to reach over 10%, noticeable changes won't appear. If you can't hit 100MHz+, it probably isn't worth the effort.
Regarding your fan, it would be better to keep it running continuously rather than switching it on and off. Would you like me to set a custom fan profile in Afterburner to maintain both fans on?
As for temperature, 72°C isn't too high, but I'd aim to keep it below 80°C during long sessions. If keeping both fans active helps, then that might be the way to go. AMD and ATI GPUs tend to run hotter compared to NVIDIA models.