Can't OC FX-8350
Can't OC FX-8350
I'm unable to OC my FX-8350 CPU even by 8%. It often triggers a BSOD. Adjusting the voltage helps, but any overclock still causes issues. In Prime95 temperatures are higher than recommended, though not extreme. I'm using an 212 EVO aftermarket cooler. All "ECO/Energy Savings" settings are disabled on my motherboard. Part list included in signature.
Andy needs the complete system specifications. He also wants to know the target speed and voltage, as well as the temperature being used. This was his first test without changing the voltage settings.
RejectedPotato:
andy_Man :
Need to provide complete system specifications. Also, what speed are you aiming for and what voltage?
What temperature are you targeting?
This was my first test without changing the voltage.
4200MHz (210x20, 5%)
Prime95: 5 min, 1 error
65c Socket, 52c Core
With this setup, I could extend about 30 minutes of gameplay before encountering BSOD
4300MHz (215x20, 7.5%), Voltage +.15
Prime95: 11 mins, no failures
Maximum temperatures: 71c Socket, 56c Core
Please find the part list here.
I suggest reviewing an FX overclocking guide to better understand the process. I usually avoid using voltage offsets and prefer setting values manually. The instability might stem from more than just CPU clock and core voltage—check your CPU/NB, memory, and HT as well to ensure everything is stable.
Also, it seems you're boosting the bus speed instead of adjusting the multiplier. Is there a reason for that? The 8350 is unlocked, so keeping the bus at 200 and tweaking the multipliers will be simpler.
What power unit do you have? What is its wattage? How recent is it? For FX 8350s, a 1000 Watt 80+ PSU is usually preferred since these models tend to consume more power. Additionally, the effectiveness of PSUs tends to decrease over time, so if yours was 1000 Watts five years ago it no longer matches that capacity today.
What power supply do you have? What is its wattage? How recent is it? For FX 8350s, a 1000 Watt 80+ PSU is usually preferred since they tend to be power-hungry. Also, PSUs lose effectiveness over time, so a model that was 1000 Watts five years ago isn't quite the same today.
I own an EVGA 750W Gold 80+ PSU, which I've been using for about 1.5 years.
Apologies for the delayed response.