Discover why CPU overclocking didn't result in FPS improvements. Find solutions and insights here.
Discover why CPU overclocking didn't result in FPS improvements. Find solutions and insights here.
Hi, I just updated my FX 6300 to 4ghz. I increased the multiplier to 20x, set the vcore to 1.2435 and turned off all power-saving features except core c6. Ran prime95 for 9h with no issues and a max temperature of 36°C on the CPU. Since I keep LLC on auto (to avoid voltage spikes), the vcore dropped to 1.212v. When I played The Witcher 3, I got similar frame rates—around 38-45 fps in cities like Novigrad and 50-56 fps outside. What could I be doing wrong? Should I turn off core c6? Should I set LLC to normal or medium? Thanks for your advice.
Ascorbate:
Most OC guides I've come across recommend disabling turbo mode.
I understand my PSU isn't ideal for overclocking, but I did a thorough calculation and found it's only around 400W at 1.35 vcore.
I'll keep learning more about this subject, thanks for your guidance.
I was curious why you turned off turbo mode even when not overclocked. Not while you're running at full speed.
Indeed, you'll face problems with that power supply since it's close to its limit.
It's not just about achieving maximum frames during overclocking. If the CPU is pushed to its limits and can manage physics better, those frame drops in high-end games will be reduced. Minimum frames increase significantly when overclocking an FX CPU. Check gaming benchmarks on YouTube for evidence.
It's not an overclock, but the 6300 can reach 4.1 if conditions are right.
At 4.5Ghz you'll notice significant improvements.
However, your 450-watt PSU isn't strong enough to drive an FX chip. I advise against overclocking until you have a better power supply.
Themastererr :
That's not an overclock. The 6300 can reach 4.1 if the environment is suitable.
4.5Ghz + will give you noticeable improvements.
Unfortunately, your 450 watt PSU isn't strong enough to drive an FX chip. I wouldn't suggest overclocking until you have a better unit.
Thanks for your response.
Perhaps it's not really an overclock after all, but according to what I understand, this chip only hits 4.1ghz in turbo mode, so only two cores can reach that speed. I usually keep turbo off, whether or not I'm OCing, which is why I expect a boost in FPS once the multiplier and vcore are increased.
Turbo mode activates all cores, but why disable it when not overclocking? Just trying to clarify your question. And there won’t be a significant boost until reaching 4.5Ghz. It also relies on the specific overclocking method you use. Running Nortbridge overclocking rather than just increasing the multiplier can enhance L2 Cache performance, which in turn improves single-core speed.
Most OC guides recommend disabling turbo mode.
I understand my PSU isn't ideal for overclocking, but I did a detailed calculation and found it's only around 400W at 1.35 vcore.
I'll keep exploring this further, thanks for your guidance.
Updating the clock speed of a CPU doesn't always boost frame rates, and when it does, the improvement is typically small. It can significantly impact performance if your CPU is limiting the GPU's capabilities, though the 6300 is a fairly solid processor.
Ascorbate:
Most OC guides I've come across recommend disabling turbo mode.
I understand my PSU isn't ideal for overclocking, but I did a thorough calculation and found it's only around 400W at 1.35 vcore.
I'll keep learning more about this subject, thanks for your guidance.
I was curious why you turned off turbo mode even when not overclocked. Not while you're running at full speed.
Indeed, you'll face problems with that power supply since it's close to its limit.
It's not just about achieving maximum frames during overclocking. If the CPU is pushed to higher speeds and handles physics better, those frame drops in high-end games will be reduced. Minimum frames increase significantly when overclocking an FX CPU. Check gaming benchmarks on YouTube for evidence.