Can your system handle overclocking?
Can your system handle overclocking?
I'm just starting out with overclocking and wasn't sure if my setup could handle it. I wanted a small performance increase while saving for a new graphics card. I have a 3.3Ghz six-core fx-6100 and an AMD Radeon Hd6450. Any suggestions on programs or whether my CPU/GPU is even overclockable would be really helpful. Thanks!
Mxkyle124 asked about an aftermarket heatsink for their CPU. They mentioned they don't want to increase the clock speed too much with a stock cooler and shared they own a Cyber Power Gua 890. They provided a link to a product page and expressed uncertainty about distinguishing between aftermarket and stock options.
Do you have an aftermarket heatsink available for your CPU? I prefer not to increase the clock speed with a standard CPU cooler.
dylanestrada :
Do you have an aftermarket heatsink for your cpu? I wouldn't push the clock too high with a stock cpu cooler
Honestly I have no idea. I have a cyber power Gua 890
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B009MPBMV...5684008864
I'm not even sure how to check if it is an aftermarket or stock
Ability unclear...
It’s uncertain, but I’m able. There seems to be no specific information about using the motherboard, and the image on the Amazon link appears to be a generic cooler, which may affect cooling performance.
Your GPU might benefit from an overclock, though it’s quite old now. If it’s having trouble with game performance, an OC could help somewhat, but even affordable choices like an RX460, 470, or a GTX 1060 3GB would still offer significant upgrades.
Barty1884:
What can it do? Yes...
What should you... I’m not sure. I don’t have any details on the motherboard usage (which changes based on what Cyberpower has available during assembly), and the image from the Amazon link seems to be a generic cooler, which might reduce its cooling performance.
Your GPU probably could benefit from an overclock, but it’s quite old now. If it’s having trouble keeping up with games you’re interested in, an OC might help somewhat, though even basic models (such as RX460, 470, or a GTX 1060 3GB) would still offer significant upgrades.
It’s an MSI 760GM p-34 (fx)
And yes, I’m saving to purchase a 750ti FTW
Mxkyle124 asked about an aftermarket heatsink for their CPU. They mentioned they don't want to increase the clock speed too much with a stock cooler and shared they own a Cyber Power Gua 890. They provided a link to a product page and expressed uncertainty about distinguishing between aftermarket and stock options.
Mxkyle124 asked about an aftermarket heatsink for their CPU. They mentioned they don't want to increase the clock speed too much with a stock cooler and are unsure if it's genuine or not. They shared that they own a Cyber Power Gua 890 and provided a link to a product page. They also recommended considering a Hyper 212 evo or Cryorig cooler for better performance.
You'll likely need a stronger motherboard, since those 760gms pose a challenge for overclocking.
You should consider a more robust motherboard, since those 760gms pose a risk for overclocking. Once your new graphics card arrives, it should handle the base clock well enough. Overclocking isn't necessary unless you have a new GPU and the Hyper 212.