How to overclock FX-8320
How to overclock FX-8320
I have an FX-8320 with a GA990FXA UD3 R5 and attempted to push it to 4.4 GHZ. When using the "stress the cpu" feature in CPU-Z, it would crash. I'm working on finding a way to keep it stable around 4.8 GHZ. I followed this tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wos7BspiD3o
In short, the amount you can overclock your CPU depends largely on the quality of your motherboard. If your motherboard is affordable—say around £60 or $60—it will mostly determine how much you can boost your FX 8320 CPU based on its chipset. For instance, an Asus M5A99X Evo board offers solid overclocking potential. A board equipped with AMD 970 or 990FX chipsets will provide better overclocking results compared to others. The 990FX tends to offer a marginally improved outcome than the 970. Another important factor is your CPU cooler, especially if you're using the stock AMD cooler that comes with the AMD FX 8320 CPU.
Each CPU has its own way of overclocking. You can't just copy someone else's settings and expect them to work for you, even if you have multiple copies of the same system. The 8320 is an eco model, so for better performance, it's recommended to use the 8350 instead.
weberdarren97 :
Each CPU reacts differently when overclocked. You can't simply copy someone else's settings and expect them to work (even if you have multiple copies of the same machine). Plus, the 8320 is an eco model—if you want to overclock, I'd recommend the 8350 instead.
Nah. I believe the FX-8320 should handle it well since many others have done it easily. Anyway, do you think there might be a reason for this instability?
If it crashes, you should bump VCore and possibly adjust the NB voltage slightly. Re-test and continue. 4.8 won't occur on my 8320, though it can reach 4.7 at a higher voltage than I'm used to.
This document provides insights for maximizing performance on the FX processor. It emphasizes the importance of understanding detailed tuning adjustments. Additionally, it reinforces the idea that successful overclocking involves a gradual approach of testing and refining settings.
In short, you're looking for instructions on how to speed up your CPU. Initially, the extent of possible overclocking depends largely on the quality of your motherboard. If your motherboard is budget-friendly, around £60 or $60, you'll likely be restricted to the maximum boost you can achieve with the FX 8320 CPU based on its chipset. For instance, an Asus M5A99X Evo board offers a solid overclocking outcome. A board equipped with AMD 970 or 990FX chipsets will provide some boost for the FX CPU. The 990FX tends to deliver a marginally better result compared to the 970.
Another crucial factor is your CPU cooler. Using the standard AMD cooler that comes with the FX 8320 will result in poor overclocking, and temperatures will rise significantly during the process. Improving this aspect is essential for successful overclocking.
Additionally, adjusting voltage settings related to the CPU core voltage is important. A well-branded power supply with adequate wattage, such as a 650W unit, is necessary. The FX 8320 runs at a base clock speed of 3.5GHz, and under heavy loads, it can boost to around 4GHz. This adjustment is linked to the CPU multiplier, which is typically set to 200Mhz for all FX CPUs.
Keep in mind that increasing the core voltage in your BIOS to a higher value—such as 200 x 22 in this case—can help stabilize performance during stress tests. However, it's crucial to monitor temperatures closely; ideally, they should stay between 60 to 64°C during testing. If you follow these guidelines and maintain stability, you can achieve significant gains.
Remember, exceeding the recommended core voltage (above 1.55V) is not advisable. With proper cooling solutions like a good air cooler or a water loop, and a reliable motherboard, you might be able to push the FX 8320 CPU to speeds up to around 1GHz or more under optimal conditions. However, temperatures will rise rapidly once you hit 1.45V, so constant monitoring is essential.
In short, you're looking for instructions on how to increase the clock speed of the CPU. The extent of this boost largely depends on the quality of your motherboard. If your motherboard is affordable—around £60 or $60—it usually limits the overclocking potential mainly to what the FX 8320 CPU can handle given its chipset. For instance, an Asus M5A99X Evo board offers a solid overclocking outcome. A board equipped with AMD 970 or 990FX chipsets will provide some level of boost for the FX CPU. The 990FX tends to deliver a marginally better result compared to the 970.
Another important factor is your CPU cooler. Using the standard AMD cooler that comes with the FX 8320 will result in poor overclocking, and temperatures will rise significantly during the process. A well-branded power supply with adequate wattage—like a 650W unit—is essential.
Key points for successful overclocking include:
- The motherboard's capabilities.
- The quality of the CPU cooler.
- Appropriate voltage settings for the CPU core voltage.
- A reliable PSU providing sufficient power.
For example, the FX 8320 at its standard speed runs at 3.5Ghz. With AMD’s auto-overclocking or core boost enabled, it can reach up to 4Ghz under heavy loads. The multiplier is tied to the FSB speed—typically starting at 200Mhz for FX CPUs. At 200Mhz with a 20x multiplier, you get around 4000Mhz (4.0Ghz). Increasing the multiplier further raises the voltage demand, which can cause instability during stress tests like CPU-Z.
When testing, ensure the core voltage is adjusted to about 1.39–1.4V. Running a stress test in CrashTestDisk and monitoring temperatures between 60–64°C is recommended. Gradually increasing the multiplier by small increments (e.g., 200x22 to 4400Mhz) while keeping temperatures stable is key.
Remember, exceeding the default core voltage (usually around 1.4V) can lead to instability. A good air or water cooling solution is crucial for maintaining performance. Always avoid pushing the core voltage beyond 1.55V.
With a solid motherboard, quality cooler, and proper settings, you can push the FX 8320 to stable speeds—up to around 4.2Ghz under careful management. This approach has proven effective for many users.
Shaun explains how much CPU overclocking depends on the quality of the motherboard. If the motherboard is inexpensive and around £60 or $60, you're likely limited by what your motherboard can support for overclocking the FX 8320 CPU according to its chipset. He shares his experience of achieving 4.5Ghz with a stock voltage on a cheap 760GM MSI board, noting he wasn't very confident about it but it worked. He also mentions feeling lucky with the silicon.
Ive also watched that video .. it didn't work for me just playing with CPU multiplier n raising voltage.
it depends on your system n how good your chip set was made!!! Ive read and watched a lot of videos n tried peoples ideas. i finally got my system to run at 4.733 on (water-cooler set up) running (Linux 18.3 O.S.)
i did it with raising my( CPU multiplier @ CPU freq. @ CPU voltage) and working back n forth with both to find my limits of ram o.c. n CPU.o.c to get it stable. (took me weeks!!!!)
heat was my issue with voltage of above 1.440 @ 4.6 MHz+. water cooler did what i needed it to do.. for me running any higher then 4.7 like @ (4.836@ 1.50 volts) system booted n crashed after 25 min or froze) still working on if is my ram o.c. or Ive just maxed out the chip.. these over clock numbers are from my terminal in the o.s., my bios states higher numbers around 4.786mhz.. i am new to overclocking so i recommend you read n learn as much as you can before trying anything!!! ( knowledge is everything!)
not sure if this post helps or is posted in wrong form. but i figured id share my accompaniment.
Ai....manual offset voltage...manual....
CPU multi...18.5 cpu volts...1.47
amd turbo...off
cpu freq...252 ( as you raise this you will have to adjust your CPU/NB freq back down)
mem freq..ddr3(1600) running @ 2024 dram volts.....1.50
cpu/nb freq 2400
ht link..auto
cpu spectrum...auto
pcie spectrum...auto
power save...off
DiGi+power control....
load line...ultra high
cpu/nb..auto
cpu current...130%
cpu/nb current...130%
cpu power phase..extreme
cpu volt freq....auto
cpu power duty...t..probe
cpu powerresponce..auto
cpu/nb...auto
cpu power termal..130
Dram freq...300
this is what it took my system to run...every system is different.. hope this helps.. heres my O.S in terminal running now!
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