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fx 8320 voltages?

fx 8320 voltages?

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mcbudder2004
Senior Member
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06-11-2017, 03:19 AM
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CPU model: amd fx8320
Motherboard: GA-78LMT-USB3 6.0 amd780g socket
Memory: 8 GB 1600 11CL adata
Storage: WDC WD10EZEX-21M2NA0, 7200 rpm
GPU: msi geforce gtx 950 2GB OC
Power Supply: SL F400, 400 Watts
Case: NZXT 220
Operating System: Windows 10
Recently I began experimenting with overclocking. After installing AMD Overdrive, the system reported a CPU speed of 3.5ghz at 1.31v and a peak of 4ghz at 1.3375v. The previous cooler would only manage around 55°C, while the new one stays within the safe limit of 61°C, occasionally reaching up to 61°C for short bursts during intensive tasks. Now that I have the Gamma X 400 installed, it performs better in cooling compared to the old unit.
Setting voltages higher than 1.3875v appears to cause the CPU to underclock, possibly due to MOBO restrictions.
Any voltage above 1.4v seems to trigger errors when using Prime95.
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mcbudder2004
06-11-2017, 03:19 AM #1

CPU model: amd fx8320
Motherboard: GA-78LMT-USB3 6.0 amd780g socket
Memory: 8 GB 1600 11CL adata
Storage: WDC WD10EZEX-21M2NA0, 7200 rpm
GPU: msi geforce gtx 950 2GB OC
Power Supply: SL F400, 400 Watts
Case: NZXT 220
Operating System: Windows 10
Recently I began experimenting with overclocking. After installing AMD Overdrive, the system reported a CPU speed of 3.5ghz at 1.31v and a peak of 4ghz at 1.3375v. The previous cooler would only manage around 55°C, while the new one stays within the safe limit of 61°C, occasionally reaching up to 61°C for short bursts during intensive tasks. Now that I have the Gamma X 400 installed, it performs better in cooling compared to the old unit.
Setting voltages higher than 1.3875v appears to cause the CPU to underclock, possibly due to MOBO restrictions.
Any voltage above 1.4v seems to trigger errors when using Prime95.

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FreeTomato
Junior Member
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06-11-2017, 10:39 AM
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Overclocking requires a well-rounded setup. Consider organizing your specifications clearly:
CPU: Motherboard: RAM: SSD/HDD: GPU: PSU: Chassis: OS
It's important to maintain optimal cooling. The Gammax cooler isn't ideal right now as it only handles up to 125W of heat. Opt for something with higher TDP, such as the Be Quiet! Dark Rock 4 cooler. Additionally, you'll need a more powerful PSU to handle the load. How much older is your current unit?
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FreeTomato
06-11-2017, 10:39 AM #2

Overclocking requires a well-rounded setup. Consider organizing your specifications clearly:
CPU: Motherboard: RAM: SSD/HDD: GPU: PSU: Chassis: OS
It's important to maintain optimal cooling. The Gammax cooler isn't ideal right now as it only handles up to 125W of heat. Opt for something with higher TDP, such as the Be Quiet! Dark Rock 4 cooler. Additionally, you'll need a more powerful PSU to handle the load. How much older is your current unit?

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natterz75
Member
156
06-12-2017, 02:43 PM
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Overclocking requires a comprehensive setup. It's best to organize your specifications clearly:
CPU: Motherboard: RAM: SSD/HDD: GPU: PSU: Chassis: OS
You should aim for better cooling options, such as a cooler with higher TDP, like the Be Quiet! Dark Rock 4. Additionally, consider upgrading your power supply to prevent overheating. Your system was installed around late 2015.
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natterz75
06-12-2017, 02:43 PM #3

Overclocking requires a comprehensive setup. It's best to organize your specifications clearly:
CPU: Motherboard: RAM: SSD/HDD: GPU: PSU: Chassis: OS
You should aim for better cooling options, such as a cooler with higher TDP, like the Be Quiet! Dark Rock 4. Additionally, consider upgrading your power supply to prevent overheating. Your system was installed around late 2015.