Does your CPU exceed its recommended overclocking limits?
Does your CPU exceed its recommended overclocking limits?
Recently I assembled a new build and came across "Dual Intelligent Processor 5". I decided to test it out. After running some tests, the program pushed my i5 6600k to 4.6ghz. I'm unsure if that's too high or just a coincidence with my CPU. If it's running at an unsafe level, what should I do? (consider increasing cooling, adjusting voltage, etc.)
Additional details about the build:
- CPU: Core i5 6600k
- Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing (only one fan, maybe adding another would help?)
- Motherboard: Asus Z170 PRO GAMING ATX LGA1151
- Case: Corsair Carbide 400C ATX Mid Tower (two built-in fans available for expansion)
Perfectly fine, I believe you have a solid chip. For safety, keep the OC Vcore around 1.4v. During stress tests, 85°C is acceptable. In regular operation, it should be lower. Make sure the OC includes speedstep and adaptive voltage, which will lower the vcore and multiplier when the CPU isn't busy. CPU-Z can provide this info.
As of 12/04/2016, the percentage that might consider overclocking at a reasonable 1.40v Vcore is:
I5-6600K – 5.2%
4.9 – 14%
4.8 – 38%
4.7 – 67%
4.6 – 87%
It could be a bit excessive, so I'd suggest 4.4GHz. If it stays stable, I'd just maintain 4.6GHz.
Perfectly fine, I believe you have a solid chip. For safety, keep the OC Vcore around 1.4v. During stress tests, 85°C is acceptable. In regular operation, it should be lower. Make sure the OC includes speedstep and adaptive voltage, which will lower the vcore and multiplier when the CPU isn't busy. CPU-Z can provide this info.
As of 12/04/2016, the percentage that might consider overclocking at a reasonable 1.40v Vcore is:
I5-6600K – 5.2%
4.9 – 14%
4.8 – 38%
4.7 – 67%
4.6 – 87%
geofelt :
You're all right.
I believe you have a solid chip.
For safety, keep the OC Vcore around 1.4v.
During stress tests, 85c is acceptable.
In regular use, it should be lower.
Check if the OC supports speedstep and adaptive voltage.
This will lower the vcore and multiplier when the CPU isn't busy.
CPU-Z will show you the details.
As of 12/04/2016
Around what percentage can someone get an overclock at a reasonable 1.40v Vcore?
I5-6600K
5.2 <1% delidded
4.9 14%
4.8 38%
4.7 67%
4.6 87%
95% confident adaptive voltage is present, speedstep is uncertain. Thanks!
Check cpu-Z during idle state. The multiplier and vcore should both be lowered. When under load, increase the multiplier and vcore to their maximum levels.
You have a solid chip running at 4.6 GHz with an automatic OC program at 1.325V, but your CPU might actually perform better, suggesting a higher-quality chip. Your temperatures seem fine. If everything checks out, you could potentially reach 1.4V and cool below 90°C on push-pull, possibly even achieving 5.0 GHz in air!