Currently not possible to push higher speeds on the original Ryzen CPU in this motherboard model.

F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Currently not possible to push higher speeds on the original Ryzen CPU in this motherboard model.

Currently not possible to push higher speeds on the original Ryzen CPU in this motherboard model.

Currently not possible to push higher speeds on the original Ryzen CPU in this motherboard model.

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ByrRoZz
Member

175

03-01-2019, 12:38 PM

#1

I previously had a solid 3.9 GHz OC running on my 1700X with the Asrock AB350M Pro4 and 16 GB TridentZ F4-3200C14D-16GTZR, XMP turned on. After updating my BIOS, I realized I can't push the clock beyond 5.50 GHz at all. Even increasing the base clock by 50 MHz with default settings and XMP disabled would cause issues. Right now I'm using BIOS version 5.90. Have others experienced similar limits? I'm wondering if I should consider returning my board or seeking a more powerful alternative. Also, if I decide to switch to a different board, what are the best recommendations for overclocking in the mATX size? I'm planning a future upgrade to a 3800X but budget constraints are tight. Edit: I can't downgrade beyond BIOS version 5.80. Updated April 13, 2020 by Bandogora Forgot key version info

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ByrRoZz

03-01-2019, 12:38 PM #1

I previously had a solid 3.9 GHz OC running on my 1700X with the Asrock AB350M Pro4 and 16 GB TridentZ F4-3200C14D-16GTZR, XMP turned on. After updating my BIOS, I realized I can't push the clock beyond 5.50 GHz at all. Even increasing the base clock by 50 MHz with default settings and XMP disabled would cause issues. Right now I'm using BIOS version 5.90. Have others experienced similar limits? I'm wondering if I should consider returning my board or seeking a more powerful alternative. Also, if I decide to switch to a different board, what are the best recommendations for overclocking in the mATX size? I'm planning a future upgrade to a 3800X but budget constraints are tight. Edit: I can't downgrade beyond BIOS version 5.80. Updated April 13, 2020 by Bandogora Forgot key version info

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ZexyZeke
Member

166

03-01-2019, 08:21 PM

#2

The board uses a 3-phase VRM and would not be ideal for overclocking. It's possible the additional current in the BIOS prevents overclocking to avoid motherboard issues. To verify this, you'd need to revert to the BIOS you previously set up.

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ZexyZeke

03-01-2019, 08:21 PM #2

The board uses a 3-phase VRM and would not be ideal for overclocking. It's possible the additional current in the BIOS prevents overclocking to avoid motherboard issues. To verify this, you'd need to revert to the BIOS you previously set up.

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callycalcal
Junior Member

15

03-01-2019, 08:33 PM

#3

Yes, I need to note that I cannot go below version 5.80.

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callycalcal

03-01-2019, 08:33 PM #3

Yes, I need to note that I cannot go below version 5.80.

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HitTheKodak
Member

201

03-16-2019, 04:14 PM

#4

The board is a POS. It's best not to ask you to spend more money. Consider upgrading your board.

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HitTheKodak

03-16-2019, 04:14 PM #4

The board is a POS. It's best not to ask you to spend more money. Consider upgrading your board.

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ngaiyan
Member

141

03-16-2019, 11:12 PM

#5

Recommendations?

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ngaiyan

03-16-2019, 11:12 PM #5

Recommendations?

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Mannagryn1
Member

122

03-22-2019, 02:36 PM

#6

Check the top of the forums for the AMD motherboard tier list. Pick options that support 100 amp capacity and higher.

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Mannagryn1

03-22-2019, 02:36 PM #6

Check the top of the forums for the AMD motherboard tier list. Pick options that support 100 amp capacity and higher.