F5F Stay Refreshed Power Users Overclocking Can you increase your CPU and RAM speeds safely without running into issues? Let me know how I can assist.

Can you increase your CPU and RAM speeds safely without running into issues? Let me know how I can assist.

Can you increase your CPU and RAM speeds safely without running into issues? Let me know how I can assist.

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emmylee33
Senior Member
710
12-06-2017, 04:02 PM
#1
Hello, I attempted to overclock my CPU and RAM, but it keeps crashing after a while. The most stable performance I've seen is at 3.5GHz on a Ryzen 5 1600 with 2666MHz RAM. I'm okay with the RAM speed being at that level, but I want the CPU to reach at least 3.8 or 3.75. Should I increase the voltage? What would be the ideal setting? Please help me.
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emmylee33
12-06-2017, 04:02 PM #1

Hello, I attempted to overclock my CPU and RAM, but it keeps crashing after a while. The most stable performance I've seen is at 3.5GHz on a Ryzen 5 1600 with 2666MHz RAM. I'm okay with the RAM speed being at that level, but I want the CPU to reach at least 3.8 or 3.75. Should I increase the voltage? What would be the ideal setting? Please help me.

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alexian513
Junior Member
44
12-09-2017, 02:30 AM
#2
full specifications available—brand and model of the PSU included. it's unlikely you can push that much overclocking, as there are no perfect configurations. each CPU and system behaves differently; if you're unsure, pause and reassess your approach.
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alexian513
12-09-2017, 02:30 AM #2

full specifications available—brand and model of the PSU included. it's unlikely you can push that much overclocking, as there are no perfect configurations. each CPU and system behaves differently; if you're unsure, pause and reassess your approach.

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Palomadden
Junior Member
9
12-09-2017, 05:51 AM
#3
Gigabyte Aorus AX370 Gaming K5
Ryzen 5 1600 OC'd to 3.5ghz
Trident Z RGB 16Gb 2666 XMP
WD 1 TB
Lenovo m.2 nvme SSD 512GB
EVGA ULTRA KO RTX 2060 6 GB
ANTEC TRUEPOWER 650 WATT
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Palomadden
12-09-2017, 05:51 AM #3

Gigabyte Aorus AX370 Gaming K5
Ryzen 5 1600 OC'd to 3.5ghz
Trident Z RGB 16Gb 2666 XMP
WD 1 TB
Lenovo m.2 nvme SSD 512GB
EVGA ULTRA KO RTX 2060 6 GB
ANTEC TRUEPOWER 650 WATT

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bastiplayz
Junior Member
3
12-10-2017, 03:54 AM
#4
Current processor chips are grouped into categories. If your R5-1600 could have been overclocked well, it would have been offered at a much higher cost. Occasionally you might be fortunate, but don't rely on it.
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bastiplayz
12-10-2017, 03:54 AM #4

Current processor chips are grouped into categories. If your R5-1600 could have been overclocked well, it would have been offered at a much higher cost. Occasionally you might be fortunate, but don't rely on it.

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MagicKitties1
Member
145
12-16-2017, 08:11 AM
#5
You're asking if the current frequency is being discussed at 3.8GHz.
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MagicKitties1
12-16-2017, 08:11 AM #5

You're asking if the current frequency is being discussed at 3.8GHz.

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ricby
Senior Member
681
12-16-2017, 10:58 AM
#6
You might attempt it, but I believe a reliable 3.8 is improbable and not justified.
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ricby
12-16-2017, 10:58 AM #6

You might attempt it, but I believe a reliable 3.8 is improbable and not justified.

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BareBlessed
Junior Member
46
12-16-2017, 06:32 PM
#7
If this is the sole machine you own and you cannot afford replacements, avoid attempting an overclock. Be aware that no two CPUs or motherboards are identical, so a setting effective in one video might not apply to yours. However, if you're determined to try overclocking, start by watching some YouTube tutorials to learn what you're doing and adjusting accordingly.

Disclaimer, I do not assume any liability if anything is damaged or destroyed while attempting an overclock.
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BareBlessed
12-16-2017, 06:32 PM #7

If this is the sole machine you own and you cannot afford replacements, avoid attempting an overclock. Be aware that no two CPUs or motherboards are identical, so a setting effective in one video might not apply to yours. However, if you're determined to try overclocking, start by watching some YouTube tutorials to learn what you're doing and adjusting accordingly.

Disclaimer, I do not assume any liability if anything is damaged or destroyed while attempting an overclock.

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QuRzy
Member
149
12-23-2017, 12:30 AM
#8
You're using an 8-year-old low-end CPU, and overclocking won't make much difference. It's similar to asking a mechanic to adjust your old scooter for highway driving—it might seem like a good idea, but it won't actually improve performance.
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QuRzy
12-23-2017, 12:30 AM #8

You're using an 8-year-old low-end CPU, and overclocking won't make much difference. It's similar to asking a mechanic to adjust your old scooter for highway driving—it might seem like a good idea, but it won't actually improve performance.