Help me UNDERCLOCK a CPU?

antex10
Member

03-15-2023, 05:37 AM

MOBO runs on an ASU Maximimus Hero VII (7) with an Intel i5-4570. It’s hard to figure out all the settings for undervolting. You might aim to lower it by small steps, like 0.005 volts at a time, until you find the right balance.

antex10

03-15-2023, 05:37 AM #1

Deneth_
Member

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03-22-2023, 06:18 AM

Undervolting differs from underclocking, making your query a blend of two concepts.

Deneth_

03-22-2023, 06:18 AM #2

Undervolting differs from underclocking, making your query a blend of two concepts.

Andygamemc
Junior Member

03-27-2023, 04:46 AM

I'm considering reducing the CPU voltage because of overheating. I've already checked all the cooling suggestions, so now I'm looking into lowering the voltage setting.

Andygamemc

03-27-2023, 04:46 AM #3

I'm considering reducing the CPU voltage because of overheating. I've already checked all the cooling suggestions, so now I'm looking into lowering the voltage setting.

__NerdyPanda__
Junior Member

03-29-2023, 04:19 AM

There's no real magic sauce to undervolting, reduce voltage a little, stress test, reduce voltage some more, stress test, its a tedious process I could never be bothered with due to the risk of filesystem corruption during any crash.

NerdyPanda

03-29-2023, 04:19 AM #4

Thepiggy2005
Member

161

03-29-2023, 08:23 AM

A safe voltage reduction typically uses small steps, often around 0.01 to 0.05 volts per increment. You're right to question 0.05—it can be noticeable—and 0.0025 is a reasonable lower end for many applications. Adjust based on your specific needs and safety standards.

Thepiggy2005

03-29-2023, 08:23 AM #5

Phrasez
Junior Member

04-01-2023, 11:42 PM

The smaller the step size, the better, though it will definitely be slower to reach the lowest point.

Phrasez

04-01-2023, 11:42 PM #6

The smaller the step size, the better, though it will definitely be slower to reach the lowest point.