Does it make sense to boost the CPU and GPU speeds?
Does it make sense to boost the CPU and GPU speeds?
Hello! I’m planning to customize my system to a standard or recommended speed. Only the processor and graphics card will be overclocked. I’ll be using a water cooling setup with two radiators measuring 360mm and 240mm, plus a custom loop. I’m unsure about the ideal settings for both components, so I want to know what factors to focus on, the potential risks, and why this approach is beneficial or effective. Below are the details I’ve listed:
Specs:
CPU: Intel Core i7-6900K 3.2GHz 8-Core Processor
Motherboard: MSI X99A GAMING PRO CARBON ATX LGA2011-3 Motherboard
Memory: Corsair Dominator Platinum 32GB (4 x 8GB) DDR4-3333 Memory
Storage: Samsung 850 Pro Series 512GB 2.5" Solid State Drive
Storage: Samsung 850 Pro Series 512GB 2.5" Solid State Drive
Video Card: NVIDIA Titan X (Pascal) 12GB Video Card (2-Way SLI)
Case: Fractal Design Define S with Window ATX Mid Tower Case
Power Supply: Corsair 1000W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Pro Full 32/64-bit
Monitor: Acer Predator X34 34.0" 100Hz Monitor
11 USB's
i don’t have that cpu or gpu, but i do have full custom watercooling. my cpu runs at a normal 100% load while doing regular tasks—not under stress from tools like prime95, which isn’t something you use daily. it usually caps around 60-65°C, and I wouldn’t mind seeing it go up to 70°C, though that would be fine if it stayed in the 70s. my gpu is another one, heavily overclocked, and it tops out around 50°C. it should handle up to 85-90°C before throttling, which is well within safe limits.
the main factor to think about is the temperatures
and not applying excessively high voltage even with water cooling
When overclocking with a custom water cooling system, suitable temperatures for the CPU and GPU depend on the specific components and their thermal characteristics. Generally, maintaining temperatures below 85°C for the CPU and around 90-95°C for the GPU is recommended to ensure stability and longevity. Always monitor closely and adjust as needed.
i don’t have that cpu or gpu, but i do have full custom watercooling. my cpu runs at a normal 100% load while doing regular tasks—not under stress tests like prime95. it caps around 60–65°C, which is fine; it might reach 70°C max, but not too high. my gpu is another model, heavily overclocked and usually tops out near 50°C, possibly up to 85–90°C before throttling, so it’s well within safe limits.
I don’t really require the m.2 SSD. The Samsung 850 PRO meets my requirements perfectly. By the way, this setup is solely for professional flight simulation with a home cockpit. I don’t engage in video editing or similar tasks. This system is specifically designed for the Sim, and you might be surprised at how it handles all those components for just that purpose. You might wonder why I need all these parts for such a simple use. Well, flight simulators differ greatly from typical games or videos. When you load high settings and add files to make it realistic, you’ll find yourself managing heavy add-ons. The key is maintaining smooth FPS and flight while handling all those files and extensions.
got a buddy who used to play flight simulator, so i get it now
Cool! If you're just grabbing the simulator with the standard add-ons and upgrades, you might end up with a more affordable system such as the 6700k and a 980ti. It really depends on how much you load your sim—kind of like buying a cheap car and customizing it.
yes, he possessed numerous yokes, throttles, and similar components typical of a standard aircraft.