Can't exceed 4.0Ghz without raising the core voltage beyond 1.300 and adjusting the Asrock H81M DGS r2.0 accordingly.
Can't exceed 4.0Ghz without raising the core voltage beyond 1.300 and adjusting the Asrock H81M DGS r2.0 accordingly.
I'm facing an issue with achieving 4.0Ghz on my Pentium G3258 in the Asrock H81M DGS r2.0. My Vcore is at 1.280v, but I can only reach 4.1Ghz at 1.330v and 4.2GHZ at 1.380v, which exceeds the recommended limit of 1.300v. I've upgraded to an MSI Z97S SLI Krait motherboard, which is designed for overclocking and should help. However, I'm concerned it might not significantly improve the overclock potential of the Pentium G3258. I need to see if I can push the chip further at lower voltages than before. I'm planning to use this processor for a few more months while saving for an i5 4690K, aiming to get the best performance possible.
Perform a clean installation, as the chipsets vary. The OS will run more smoothly with the proper drivers and a fresh start.
The updated board might assist certain CPUs, yet not every one will overclock like experts. Are you employing aftermarket cooling?
The new board might assist some CPUs, but not every one will overclock like experts.
Are you employing aftermarket cooling?
Yes, I'm using the Hyper 103 and temperatures stayed under 60°C during a one-hour CPU stress test in OCCT.
The updated setup should assist with some improvements, designed for enhanced overclocking.
Do you believe you could achieve 4.4Ghz or even higher?
UPDATE: Also, will I need to reinstall the operating system when switching from the old board to the new one?
The maximum overclock achievable with a G3258 is largely influenced by the randomness of the chip selection. I believe you're using a processor that isn't very powerful compared to others. Nonetheless, a 4.0 rating still offers a solid 25% improvement over the base 3.0. The key factor is the vcore, which affects heat output; I wouldn't attempt to push beyond 1.30v, even with a more heat-tolerant cooler.
geofelt :
How high you can OC a G3258 (or any other haswell processor) is almost entirely determined by your luck in the chip lottery.
I think you got a less capable than average chip.
Still 4.0 is a nice 25% boost over 3.0
It is the vcore that drives up the temperature and I would not try to go past 1.30v, even if you had a cooler that could handle more heat.
So theres not even the smallest chance of a better overclock ?
There's a chance , but like we both stated every chip is different , some do and some don't overclock very well.