Check what features PSU offers for overclocking my graphics card.
Check what features PSU offers for overclocking my graphics card.
Hello, I'm considering a slight overclock for my GPU (GTX 660). However, my PSU is an Enermax Naxn 450W with a DC output of 12V1 21A and 12V 18A. In theory, that could provide around 468W, but I'm not sure if that's realistic. Can I safely push my GPU overclock without risking the PSU?
The rest of my system includes:
- I5 3570K at 3.4GHz
- 2x 4GB DDR3 RAM
- MSI Z77A-G43
- 2x 500GB drives
- DVD drive
THANK YOU
P.S. Would this setup work well with a GTX 1060? thanks
Unless you boost the power limit, overclocking the GPU won't raise its maximum power draw. Even with a 10% increase, it would only add about 14 watts, which should be acceptable. The GTX 1060 consumes 20 watts less than the 660 model, so power isn't an issue, and you also have a solid CPU to match.
Unless you boost the power limit, overclocking the GPU won't raise its maximum power draw. Even with a 10% increase, it would only add about 14 watts, which should be acceptable. The GTX 1060 consumes 20 watts less than the 660, so power isn't an issue, and you also have a solid CPU to match.
Unless you boost the power cap, overclocking the GPU won't raise its maximum power draw. Even with a 10% increase, it would only add about 14 watts, which is manageable. The GTX 1060 consumes 20 watts less than the 660 model, so power isn't an issue, and your CPU should handle it well. As long as you keep the power limit unchanged, higher clock speeds won't push consumption beyond 100%. Now I just need to determine the best clock settings. Thanks!