Consider upgrading your i5 6500 Non-K chip if you want better performance.
Consider upgrading your i5 6500 Non-K chip if you want better performance.
The title clearly states the plan, and I will follow the provided links for the guide, motherboard, and cooler. I want to know your thoughts before starting this project. Should I invest more in the motherboard and cooler to achieve better overclocking results?
No issues with the bottleneck and no plans to upgrade the CPU (it will be too late for upgrading soon with the fast new CPUs arriving)
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For overclocking, don't expect much. Intel has already reached its limit with the Haswell non-K OCing, which was completed months ago. You'd need an outdated BIOS that could cause other problems.
http://www.extremetech.com/computing/222...erclocking
I wouldn't bother at all. I tried it out on my i3-6100, but it didn't seem worth it. The extra cost for the Z170 card and cooler wasn't justified. A 6500 should handle things fine without overclocking.
Personally, I wouldn't bother. I tried it on my i3-6100 and didn't see any real benefit. The 6500 should work fine without overclocking. Appreciate your reply. But do you think the Z170 MOBO is worth the investment because it offers a smooth upgrade route? The same applies to the aftermarket options.
Z170 is a solid option yes, it can be upgraded to a K model CPU, and the cooler is excellent for pairing with a K model (up to around 4.5 or 4.6 OC). You might try adjusting the OC through the BCLK, but don't expect much and keep an eye on temperatures—mostly the BCLK handles everything well.
GundamExia :
TJ Hooker shared his thoughts on the matter. He didn't find the experience worth the effort or the costs involved, especially considering the price of the Z170 motherboard and the additional cooling solutions. A 6500 processor is solid and should handle things well without overclocking.
Appreciate your reply. Regarding the Z170 MOBO, I wonder if it's a worthwhile investment given the smooth upgrade options it offers. The same applies to aftermarket parts.
In reality, based on my calculations, pushing an Intel CPU overclock doesn't seem justified since it often leads to similar or worse results compared to sticking with a more expensive setup. If you're not planning to overclock, a less expensive CPU could just as well provide a good upgrade path. Plus, by the time you need a CPU upgrade, you might already be ready for a new platform.
You're welcome on your question! I'm not sure about the Z170 MOBO's value if you don't plan to upgrade it for a few years, but I can't say for certain. The same applies to the cooler. Regarding the i5 6500 and your GTX 780, it might be a bottleneck.
No delays and not unless there are any plans to upgrade the CPU (there will be 4-5 years before it becomes worth it with the fast new CPUs arriving)
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For overclocking purposes, don't anticipate much. Intel has essentially stopped this already, similar to their approach with Haswell non-K OCing, which was completed months ago. You'd likely need an outdated BIOS that could cause other issues.
http://www.extremetech.com/computing/222...erclocking