FX4130 overclock help
FX4130 overclock help
Hi
I’m looking to boost my PC’s performance and have read several guides, but I’m still unsure where to begin. My system includes an AMD FX4130, GTX970, ASUS M5A97 R2.0 with stock fans and heat sinks. I plan to slightly increase both the CPU and GPU speeds, as my new rig is ready. I used MSI Afterburner and am now seeing these readings after some overclocking.
GPU readings are 1490MHz/3903MHz at 80°C, while the whole system runs at ultra with Uniengine. Is this safe?
My current values are: power limit 100, temp limit 85, core clock 200, memory clock 400, fan speed 68.
Can I safely raise the power limit? This is my first overclock attempt, so any advice would be appreciated!
Although that link contains a lot of useful information, it includes many unnecessary steps when overclocking the GPU. For CPU overclocking, you’ll need an aftermarket CPU cooler since the stock one for the FX is only sufficient for normal temperatures. Let’s begin with the GPU. Download OCCT but use it solely for testing your GPU, as other parts may not function correctly during testing.
How to set up OCCT:
Click on the GPU tab and choose the Error Checking option.
This will indicate if the GPU is unstable without requiring you to watch the screen.
Next: adjust the shader count to 3 for Nvidia or 7 for AMD/ATI GPUs.
Now OCCT is prepared for testing, but do not proceed with...
These are guidelines, I and numerous others rely on them until they form their own concepts.
Although that link contains a lot of useful information, it includes many unnecessary steps when it comes to overclocking the GPU. Regarding overclocking the CPU, you’ll need an aftermarket CPU cooler to achieve higher speeds. The standard CPU cooler for the FX model is only sufficient for normal operating temperatures.
Let’s begin with the GPU. Download OCCT but use it solely for testing your GPU, as other components may interfere during testing.
To configure OCCT:
Click on the GPU tab and choose the Error Checking option.
This will indicate if the GPU is unstable without requiring you to watch the screen.
Next, set the shader count to 3 for Nvidia or 7 for AMD/ATI GPUs.
Once OCCT is ready, run tests but avoid using the PC during testing to prevent false error signals.
You can also use MSI afterburner for GPU overclocking. This process requires time and patience—expect a day or two before achieving stability.
Increasing the power limit changes the threshold at which the GPU throttles, enabling higher overclocks but risking overheating. The safe upper temperature is 98°C; aim to keep it below this. Set the throttle speed to around 88°C and stop once the card remains stable.
Start by boosting the core frequency by 10 MHz and monitor for 20 minutes without errors. If successful, increase by another 10 MHz and repeat testing. Reduce by 5 MHz if errors occur, retesting until stable. Continue this cycle for shaders, following a similar pattern. After reaching the maximum of all three frequencies, test for an hour. If it resets, lower the core speed by 20 MHz and recheck. Adjust shaders by 20 then retest, repeating until you identify the issue and resolve it. Lower the frequency by 5 MHz and test again. Repeat this process for memory until the problem is fixed.
By following these steps, you’ll determine the optimal overclock settings for your GPU. At this stage, I won’t assist with overclocking your FX chip until you have a more reliable CPU cooler—this helps protect your CPU from damage.