Configure vcore 1.3 in BIOS, CPU-Z displays 1.288
Configure vcore 1.3 in BIOS, CPU-Z displays 1.288
I am new to OCing and expect many silly questions right away.
I have a 2500k with an MSI P67A-GD65 (40x100MHz, will upgrade to 45).
- I set my vcore to 1.3 in BIOS, but CPU-Z/Hwinfo shows 1.296 at vcore and 1.288 during load. Is this typical?
- My four cores are randomly showing either 16 or 40 multiplier (1600 or 4000 MHz) when idle or under load. Is there a way to adjust them, or is that normal? What EIST and C1E should I use to achieve that?
- What does overspeed protection do? Should I turn it off?
- Are there BIOS ratio limits (like 37-36-35-34) even though I'm using a 40x multiplier? Do I need to adjust them?
It's typical to notice a small difference from the vcore you set in BIOS, especially during startup. You can try adjusting the Load Line Calibration (LLC) in BIOS to keep the vcore near your desired value, but since your variance is minimal, it's likely already optimal. The situation also relies on the quality of your power supply unit.
It is typical to notice a small difference from the vcore you set in BIOS, especially during startup. You can try adjusting the Load Line Calibration (LLC) in BIOS to keep the vcore near your desired value, but the difference remains minimal, indicating it’s already close to optimal. This also relies on the quality of your power supply unit.