Hi, I need help overclocking.
Hi, I need help overclocking.
I viewed a video discussing an i5-6600k at stock and at 4.5Ghz overclocking. The overclocked version performed comparably to a stock i7-6700k and another i7-6700k @ 4.5Ghz in most games, maintaining similar FPS (almost the same average). Based on this, I chose the i5-6600k for gaming since it's more affordable. I'm now seeking guidance on the required voltage during overclocking from 3.5Ghz to 4.5Ghz, using a Noctua NH-D15s cooler and a Gigabyte LGA1151 Intel Z170 Mini-ITX DDR4 motherboard, paired with an ASUS ROG GTX 1070 8GB STRIX on a 2560x1440p monitor. Any advice or tips would be greatly appreciated.
I was thinking of just boosting it to 4.3Ghz, but I wasn't sure if that would be under 1.25V or higher. In fact, I've had a G3258 that required 1.3V to reach 3.9Ghz. The best approach seems to be using 43 as the multiplier, setting the voltage core voltage to 1.25V, and then reducing it by 0.01V after a few days of regular PC use.
There isn't a fixed number that works instantly, such as "at 4.6ghz, you need 1.35V".
The typical approach for boosting performance is to gradually increase the multiplier in small steps, testing for stability after each adjustment.
If instability or crashes appear, slightly raise the voltage.
Keep repeating this process until stress tests reach a tolerable temperature (around 75C) or the VCORE voltage surpasses 1.35V.
You'll often need to adjust load line calibration and other parameters, but for beginners it's best to simplify initially.
Understand your limits now, and gradually experiment later.
Also, turn off XMP settings once you've identified your stable overclock, as it can interfere with memory controllers during this phase.
I reviewed a video discussing an i5-6600k at stock and at 4.5Ghz overclock, finding it could match or even surpass a stock i7-6700k and another i7-6700k @ 4.5Ghz in most games (similar FPS). I chose the i5-6600k for its lower cost and gaming focus. I need guidance on the required voltage during overclocking from 3.5Ghz to 3.6, 3.7, 3.8 and up to 4.5Gh for this i5-6600k setup. The CPU cooler would be the Noctua NH-D15s, and the motherboard is the Gigabyte LGA1151 Intel Z170 Mini-ITX DDR4, with the ASUS ROG GTX 1070 8GB STRIX graphics card on a 2560x1440p monitor. Any advice or tips would be greatly appreciated.
I was thinking of increasing it to 4.3Ghz, but I wanted to confirm whether that falls under 1.25v or not.
IAEInferno would simply aim to overclock it to 4.3Ghz and is curious if this setting falls below 1.25v or exceeds it. Each chip behaves differently, so you'll need to experiment. The motherboard and cooler quality also play a role. If targeting 4.3GHz, adjust accordingly and increase voltage until stability is confirmed during a CPU stress test.
I was thinking of just boosting it to 4.3Ghz, but I wasn't sure if that would be under 1.25V or higher. In fact, I've had a G3258 that required 1.3V to reach 3.9Ghz. The best approach seems to be using 43 as the multiplier, setting the voltage core voltage to 1.25V, and then reducing it by 0.01V after a few days of regular PC use.
I understand, thank you all for your assistance. It seems each CPU behaves differently regarding overclocking, so testing yourself might be necessary. Regarding safe overclocking temperatures for extended use, consider what you plan to do with the PC.
IAEInferno:
I understand, thanks all for your assistance. It seems each CPU behaves differently regarding overclocking, so testing yourself would make sense. Before proceeding, what’s a reasonable safe temperature range for overclocking if I’m planning to use the PC for more than 14 hours daily or 9 hours gaming? Please suggest keeping it under 70°C if possible and avoiding anything above 80°C for extended periods.