I am unable to exceed a speed of 4.6ghz for the i7 6700k processor.
I am unable to exceed a speed of 4.6ghz for the i7 6700k processor.
Hello everyone.
My CPU is an i7 6700k and I'm using an MSI Z170A XPower Gaming Titanium Edition motherboard.
I'm having trouble reaching more than 4.6GHZ even after trying to set it to 4.7GHZ. It's not stable, even at 1.410V, and lowering the CPU clock to 3.0GHZ didn't help either. I'm wondering why I can't go higher than 4.6GHZ.
My power supply is a SeaSonic 750W 80+ Bronze M12II-750, and my CPU cooler is the Noctua NH-D9L. The temperatures are normal, so it's not a hardware issue.
BFG-9000 :
Most reviewers only achieved 4.5-4.7 at 1.43v, which seems reasonable for a lower voltage. I don’t know what you were hoping for, but there are no assurances when it comes to overclocking.
Many users report 4.7GHZ and 1.3GHz at 1.26v, but with 4.7GHZ and 1.41v, ringing at 3.0GHZ after just 2 minutes is quite unusual—maybe my CPU can’t go beyond 4.6GHZ?
When purchasing 100 chips, you might encounter a few that perform exceptionally well at 5GHz, which is essentially a matter of chance. Generally, most users operate these devices at 4.5GHz for regular tasks since they all tend to function efficiently at low voltages like yours. At 4.7GHz, adjustments beyond just the Vcore are often necessary to achieve stability. If running at 1.45v and none of the other parameters help maintain consistency at 4.7GHz, then 4.6 appears to be the optimal setting for your setup.
BFG-9000 :
When purchasing 100 chips, you might encounter a few that perform exceptionally well at 5GHz. This outcome seems largely dependent on chance. The majority operate optimally at 4.5GHz for regular tasks, as they generally function well at low voltages similar to yours. At 4.7GHz, adjustments beyond just the Vcore are often necessary. If you're using 1.45V and none of the other parameters help stabilize performance at 4.7, then 4.6 might be the optimal setting for your setup.
Regarding changing the SA voltage and IO voltage, it could potentially improve stability. Alternatively, if you decide to upgrade your motherboard, it might provide a better solution.