Does your PC remain connected to your external device?
Does your PC remain connected to your external device?
I increased my 6600k to 4.2 @ 1.255Volts and disabled Turbo boost since I thought it was better for Over Clocks.
C says something else, but I need to stay at 4.2Ghz for optimal performance.
Task Manager shows different results than the Hardware Manager. Which one is correct?
If you aim for top-tier record overclocks, disabling turbo boost and other adjustments could be wise.
For most users, sticking to a moderate OC setting is best.
Keeping voltage on auto and tweaking the multiplier will yield solid performance with minimal effort.
Your maximum OC level depends largely on the chip quality.
As of 12/04/2016
The percentage capable of an overclock at a reasonable 1.40v Vcore:
I5-6600K – 4.9 14%
I5-6600K – 4.8 38%
I5-6600K – 4.7 67%
I5-6600K – 4.6 87%
My advice is to use adaptive voltage and speedstep.
This will lower the multiplier and Vcore when the CPU isn’t busy.
You can verify this with cpu-z.
Maintaining stable Vcore is essential for long-term health.
I increased my 6600k to 4.2 @ 1.255Volts and disabled Turbo boost since I thought it was better for Over Clocks.
C says something else.
But I need to stay at 4.2Ghz constantly so my PC runs smoothly.
Task manager shows different info than the hardware manager. Which one is correct?
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https://gyazo.com/00dbdce3ffc532a40668c03e0dbd1459
Task manager just displays your stock speeds, not the overclocked ones—just ignore it. It’s stupid, I know. Check CPU-z for more details. Free download here: http://www.cpuid.com/
But I need to keep running at 4.2Ghz for optimal performance.
Running at 4.2ghz will shorten the device's lifespan because it operates at a higher voltage than the standard, generating more heat.
When the system is under stress, it automatically increases to 4.2ghz and performs quickly.
Seanie280672 :
I increased my 6600k to 4.2 @ 1.255Volts and disabled Turbo boost since I found it better for Over Clocks.
C mentioned something, but I need to keep running at 4.2Ghz for performance.
On Task Manager it shows different values than Hardware Manager. Which one is correct?
https://gyazo.com/7583f9cf02d502b8c3afcb7f6c522645
https://gyazo.com/00dbdce3ffc532a40668c03e0dbd1459
Task Manager just displays your current speeds, not the overclocked ones—trust it, it’s okay. I recommend checking CPU-z for more details.
Free download: http://www.cpuid.com/
It’s showing higher than my stock speed in Task Manager (up to 4.1 Ghz), but it doesn’t stay steady. My CPU ID is lol.
Task Manager is reporting more than your actual speeds.
I want to keep running at 4.2Ghz for maximum performance.
Running at that speed will shorten the lifespan because it operates at a higher voltage than the standard setting, generating more heat.
When the system is under stress, it automatically increases to 4.2Ghz and runs quickly.
Overclocking isn't bad; with a moderate overclock it should still last around four years.
My voltage isn't too high either, so it's safe. A constant setting above 1.3 could extend the life to about three years.
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I need my PC to run smoothly at 4.2Ghz for optimal performance. Keeping it at that speed will shorten its lifespan because it operates at a higher voltage than the standard settings, generating more heat. When the system is under stress, it automatically increases to 4.2Ghz and runs quickly. Overclocking isn’t bad, even with a moderate overclock setting, it should still last around four years. Since my voltage isn’t too high, it’s safe. Going above 1.3 would probably cut its life to about three years.
It does degrade the CPU, but not drastically—just enough to drop from 25 years to about 20. Most people replace their PCs every five years anyway.
What’s your Windows power plan like? One of your power-saving features is still active, either in the power plan or in the BIOS, EIST etc.
At the OC where you disable C states is somewhat unnecessary, as it's a minor OC; for bigger ones, disabling them can provide some stability.
If you aim for top-tier record overclocks, disabling turbo boost and other adjustments could be wise.
For most users, sticking to a moderate OC setting is best.
Keeping voltage on auto and tweaking the multiplier will yield solid performance with minimal effort.
Your maximum OC level depends largely on the chip quality.
As of 12/04/2016
How much can you overclock at a reasonable 1.40v Vcore?
I5-6600K
4.9 14%
4.8 38%
4.7 67%
4.6 87%
My advice is to use adaptive voltage and speedstep.
This will lower the multiplier and Vcore when the CPU isn’t busy.
You can verify this using cpu-z.
Maintaining stable Vcore is essential for long-term health.
A target of 1.3v works well, while a 1.4v setting is less concerning.