i5 3570k running at 4.5ghz and 1.3v, first time overclocking? Need advice or suggestions!
i5 3570k running at 4.5ghz and 1.3v, first time overclocking? Need advice or suggestions!
Hello, this is exactly what I was expecting. I successfully achieved a 4.5ghz overclock on my i5 3570k, reaching 1.32v with stable temperatures of 23-29 degrees when idle. After about an hour of testing on a 95-degree stress test, the temps climbed to 70-77 degrees. Are these levels safe? Also, my voltage stays between 1.3 and 1.32v—will that be acceptable for continuous 24/7 operation, or is it too high? Any advice or feedback would be greatly appreciated.
I'm running a Hyper 212 EVO with MX-4 thermal paste, using seven fans on a Z11 motherboard (excluding PSU and heat sink), and have 8GB of RAM. I'm connected to a 1200w gold-certified power supply and running the NVIDIA GTX 660 Twin Frozr OC edition with MSI Z77 GDR65.
Would adding an extra 120mm fan to the Hyper 212 EVO help reduce temperatures?
The voltage and these temperatures are both safe for the load and idle.
Usually, lower is better. No fluff. You're fine.
4.5GHz is a solid 24/7 overclock. My version only hits 4.4GHz consistently.
Adding another 120mm to the hyper is a great idea—push and pull will reduce load temperature by 2-4°C.
Thanks
The voltage and these temperatures are both safe for the load and idle.
Usually, lower is better. No fluff. You're fine.
4.5GHz is a solid 24/7 overclock. My version only hits 4.4GHz consistently.
Adding another 120mm to the hyper is a great idea—push and pull will reduce load temperature by 2-4°C.
Thanks
The voltage and these temperatures are both safe for the load and idle. Usually, lower is better. No exaggerations—your setup is fine. 4.5GHz is a solid 24/7 overclock. My version only hits 4.4GHz consistently. Adding another 120mm to the hyper is a great idea; pushing and pulling will reduce load temperature by 2-4°C. Thanks! You really helped me feel more comfortable, and I’ll try the push/pull method again. 😊
What are you intending to do that requires a 4.5Ghz connection continuously?
Maxinexus :
What are you thinking of doing that requires 4.5Ghz 24/7?
Goldfarming on a big scale means spending long hours...
Gaming (I understand it's not CPU heavy)
Coding and livestreaming
Is that a solid plan or not? Any thoughts would be appreciated.
Also consider boosting the turbo clock, which lets you maintain gaming performance while keeping lower speeds and temperatures during idle. I have the 3570K, and it runs smoothly at around 1.5GHz while being 25°C. When playing a game, it reaches up to 5.0Ghz with Intel Turbo Tech.
It's also advisable to avoid turning on turbo boost, as it can cause your CPU to become unstable while attempting to raise that core to 5.0Ghz. I've been informed many times it's not a good idea. Although it may seem appealing, the reality isn't always that way. The most reliable and stable overclocking is achieved with a constant voltage and multiplier. Those who regularly overclock agree on this approach.