first attempt at overclocking assistance
first attempt at overclocking assistance
Hi, I can assist with your stable overclock settings. Please note the details of your PC:
https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/user/Punkyfi...iew=X8Hzf7
Your current build includes a Gigabyte Z390 board and an i7 9700k processor.
You mentioned the frame rate varies a lot, especially during gameplay, and your child reported poor performance.
Setting extreme gaming mode in the graphics center helped somewhat, but it dropped again when a game update was installed.
Could you share more about the specific games or tasks that cause the instability? This will help tailor the advice.
Let me know if you need further guidance!
The reason for the overclock is unclear since the system isn’t really in need of it. The GPU is relatively light compared to the CPU, so it will likely hit its performance ceiling in games until a major upgrade occurs. I’d go back to the default settings and test if the system runs smoothly. Just apply the XMP profile for memory and observe the results. In Windows, adjust power settings to Maximum Performance, then switch back to Balanced to conserve energy.
What are the temperatures like? The CPU might be throttling, leading to performance drops. The stock cooler works fine, but I wouldn’t risk a big overclock with it.
Also confirm you connected the monitor directly to the GPU, not the motherboard—a frequent oversight for new builders.
Why the overclock is necessary? The system isn't really in need of it; the GPU is quite lightweight compared to the CPU, meaning it will hit its limits in games until a major upgrade is made.
I would go back to the default settings and test if the performance holds up. Just apply the XMP profile for memory and observe the results. Adjust power settings in Windows to Maximum Performance while you investigate, then switch back to Balanced to conserve energy.
What are the temperatures like? The CPU might be throttling and leading to slowdowns. The stock cooler is adequate, but I wouldn't rely on a significant overclock with it.
Also confirm that your monitor is connected directly to the GPU, not the motherboard—a frequent oversight for new builders.
Regarding overclocking, refer to this guide:
https://www.overclockers.com/how-to-over...the-beast/
The same principles apply across generations, so it should work for the 10600k.
Computer parts have specific temperature thresholds. Once these are exceeded, the CPU or GPU will lower power use and slow down the clock. They might also restart or shut down. Today's systems can anticipate power needs and start reducing performance early to prevent crashes.