Can you increase the clock speed of your AMD FX 8350 processor?
Can you increase the clock speed of your AMD FX 8350 processor?
Hi everyone, I just installed a new computer and wanted to see if I could push my AMD FX 8350 to 4.5 Ghz. Here are my current details:
Processor AMD FX™-8350 Eight-Core Processor
Video Card NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB
RAM 8.0 GB
Operating System Microsoft Windows 10 (build 14393), 64-bit
Motherboard ASrock 970 Pro M 3
Before making changes, download the HW monitor. It tracks your temperatures. Adjust the CPU multiplier to 43X. This increases the base clock of 100 Hz to 4300 MHz. Set this in the BIOS under overclock or CPU settings. Refer to the manual (http://www.asrock.com/mb/AMD/970M%20Pro3/?cat=Manual) for your motherboard model. After saving the BIOS, restart and use HW monitor again. Verify CPU temperature stays at least 54°C. Play games and recheck. CPU temps must not go above 70°C, and motherboard temps should be around 100°C. If motherboard temps are between 70-80°C, increase the multiplier. Otherwise, revert to 42 or 40 in BIOS. If your PC crashes, update the BIOS.
I definitely wouldn't suggest it. Your motherboard lacks the necessary MOSFET heatsinks for an overclock, particularly with a high-power CPU like the 8350. This could risk damaging your computer. Additionally, you need to consider whether your CPU cooler is included—didn't you mention one?
I definitely wouldn't suggest it. Your motherboard lacks the necessary MOSFET heatsinks for an overclock, particularly with a high-power CPU like the 8350. This could risk damaging your PC. Also, consider your CPU cooler—you didn't mention one... Oh ok, and sorry I forgot to note that I own a Cryorig h7.
This cooler looks excellent. I think your motherboard might be the only factor slowing you down. The phase count is a bit tricky, but you should definitely manage to reach 4.5 GHz without much trouble. Going beyond that could cause overheating issues. Good luck!
Before making changes, download the HW monitor. It tracks your temperatures. Adjust the CPU multiplier to 43X. This increases the base clock of 100 Hz to 4300 MHz. Set this in the BIOS under overclock settings. Refer to your motherboard manual (http://www.asrock.com/mb/AMD/970M%20Pro3/?cat=Manual) for instructions. After saving the BIOS, restart and use the HW monitor again. Verify CPU temperatures stay at least 54°C. Play games and recheck. Ideally, keep CPU temps below 70°C and motherboard temps under 100°C. If motherboard temps are acceptable (70-80°C), increase the multiplier. Otherwise, revert to 42 or disable it entirely. If your PC crashes, update the BIOS. If concerns remain, watch relevant videos for specific guidance.
Before making any changes, download the HW monitor to track your temperatures. Adjust the CPU multiplier to 43X so that the base clock of 100 Hz becomes 4300 MHz. This setting should be found in the BIOS under overclock options or CPU settings. Consult your motherboard manual at http://www.asrock.com/mb/AMD/970M%20Pro3/?cat=Manual. After saving the changes, restart and use the HW monitor to verify the CPU temperature—aim for at least 54°C. Play some games and recheck; ideal temperatures should stay below 70°C overall. If the motherboard temps are within 70-80°C, increase the multiplier. Otherwise, revert to 42 or 40 in BIOS. If your PC crashes, consider flashing the BIOS. For further guidance, watch videos tailored to your specific motherboard.
Before making changes, download the HW monitor to track your temperatures. Adjust the CPU multiplier to 43X so the base clock of 100 Hz becomes 4300 MHz. This should be configured in the BIOS under overclock settings or CPU options. Refer to your motherboard manual at http://www.asrock.com/mb/AMD/970M%20Pro3/?cat=Manual for instructions. After saving the BIOS, restart and use the HW monitor again. Ensure the CPU temperature stays at least 54°C. If it reaches 70°C or higher, increase the multiplier; if not, revert to 42 or 40 in BIOS. If your PC crashes, update the BIOS or consider watching specific videos for your motherboard model. It’s better to stay cautious. Thanks!