Dynamic OC might affect manual overclock settings or create a misleading impression of stability across all cores.
Dynamic OC might affect manual overclock settings or create a misleading impression of stability across all cores.
I checked because I noticed stable performance (passed all OCCT and Prime95 tests) at 4.6GHz on a manual overclocked 5900X with air cooling, L4 LLC, and 1.275VCORE. It was trickier with the Gigabyte X570S Aorus Master. Could it be that even after disabling Dynamic OC, only one core hit 4.6GHz while others stayed lower? Despite HWInfo showing all cores at 4.6GHz, I didn’t see it. Or is that not possible? Also, please don’t suggest using PBO or explain why you wouldn’t use Dynamic OC—just give a clear answer.
Since every motherboard varies, certain configurations require more tweaking than others. A lot of work is needed to get a manual All Core OC to run properly on Ryzen 3000/5000, and often it’s not worth the effort. You’ll likely encounter several dynamic adjustment options on the Gigabyte board that you need to explore, as they sometimes create duplicate settings performing the same task. It can be frustrating.
It might have been a better chip, but reaching 4.6 GHz was possible. Some Gigabyte boards can have tricky settings. My x570 Aorus Master doesn’t play well with certain RAM kits, and my CPU can hit 4.4 GHz consistently, though it sometimes drops to 4.5 GHz before crashing. I ended up keeping it at PBO since it’s more stable.
You're asking about the feasibility of achieving 4.6GHz performance across various stress tests and hardware configurations. It seems you're evaluating whether the BIOS settings and CPU capabilities could support stable operation at that frequency, especially on older models like the 5900X. You also mention past issues with stability on certain CPUs, particularly with CCDs, and how some tests passed while others failed.
I don't rely on Prime95 because it's likely one of the least accurate workloads available. I ran five tests, used 3D Mark, rendered a video with Davinci Resolve, played my usual games, did some benchmarking, and ran a memory test. The results were around 5900x. It mostly indicates that you should be able to pass your assessments and the system should remain stable. Sometimes Windows presents the toughest challenges, though they often stem from memory issues rather than load calibration. Factors like voltage settings, load calibration, and various configurations can significantly impact stability. With a Ryzen 3000 or 5000, even after spending 12 hours overclocking, performance gains usually stay between 1-4%, which is insufficient to justify the effort.