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Getting started with a new build, assistance required for overclocking the 6600k.

Getting started with a new build, assistance required for overclocking the 6600k.

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bubalu529
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07-16-2024, 12:29 AM
#1
My configuration details
Intel 6600k processor
Noctua nhd14 CPU cooler with three fans
16GB Corsair 3000MHz RAM (8x2 configuration)
Asus Strix GTX 1070 GPU
Asus Z170-P motherboard
Corsair TX series power supply with 650W output
I previously overclocked AMD systems but never worked with Intel, aiming for 4.5GHz; should I simply adjust the multiplier and set Vcore to 1.3V, conducting tests and reducing voltage if successful?
Additionally, what testing procedures should I perform using Intel?
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bubalu529
07-16-2024, 12:29 AM #1

My configuration details
Intel 6600k processor
Noctua nhd14 CPU cooler with three fans
16GB Corsair 3000MHz RAM (8x2 configuration)
Asus Strix GTX 1070 GPU
Asus Z170-P motherboard
Corsair TX series power supply with 650W output
I previously overclocked AMD systems but never worked with Intel, aiming for 4.5GHz; should I simply adjust the multiplier and set Vcore to 1.3V, conducting tests and reducing voltage if successful?
Additionally, what testing procedures should I perform using Intel?

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TheDankPolice
Member
180
07-16-2024, 12:29 AM
#2
Begin the Vcore at a low level and gradually raise it in small steps until the output constant stabilizes.
I prefer XTU during testing since it doesn't overly strain the CPU.
Make sure to configure the voltage mode as fixed during stress tests so the motherboard doesn't introduce additional voltage.
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TheDankPolice
07-16-2024, 12:29 AM #2

Begin the Vcore at a low level and gradually raise it in small steps until the output constant stabilizes.
I prefer XTU during testing since it doesn't overly strain the CPU.
Make sure to configure the voltage mode as fixed during stress tests so the motherboard doesn't introduce additional voltage.

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luck12300
Member
69
07-16-2024, 12:29 AM
#3
Begin the Vcore at a low level and gradually raise it in small steps until the output constant stabilizes.
I prefer XTU during testing since it doesn't overly strain the CPU.
Make sure to configure the voltage mode as fixed during stress tests so the motherboard doesn't introduce additional voltage.
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luck12300
07-16-2024, 12:29 AM #3

Begin the Vcore at a low level and gradually raise it in small steps until the output constant stabilizes.
I prefer XTU during testing since it doesn't overly strain the CPU.
Make sure to configure the voltage mode as fixed during stress tests so the motherboard doesn't introduce additional voltage.

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luigi0987
Member
113
07-16-2024, 12:29 AM
#4
The stock voltage for a 6600k is typically 5V.
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luigi0987
07-16-2024, 12:29 AM #4

The stock voltage for a 6600k is typically 5V.