I5 6600k overclock advice

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03-02-2016, 02:26 PM

I've been running my 6600k at 4.2 Ghz stable. I'm aiming for 4.6 or 4.7 ghz. Mostly for gaming. Considering CPU lifespan, is it worth pushing those speeds? Any advice would be great.

pinkSparkle17

03-02-2016, 02:26 PM #1

I've been running my 6600k at 4.2 Ghz stable. I'm aiming for 4.6 or 4.7 ghz. Mostly for gaming. Considering CPU lifespan, is it worth pushing those speeds? Any advice would be great.

Skulldud47
Junior Member

03-03-2016, 05:38 AM

I don't believe increasing your CPU will make much of a difference in games. If you're working on rendering or similar tasks, then yes

Skulldud47

03-03-2016, 05:38 AM #2

I don't believe increasing your CPU will make much of a difference in games. If you're working on rendering or similar tasks, then yes

Sneakyginger8
Senior Member

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03-04-2016, 02:46 PM

What voltage is required for stability? In general, the highest safe voltage for extended use is around 1.35V, with a possible range up to 1.4V, though this could noticeably shorten CPU life. If it's still well under 1.35V, you can increase it further, but reaching 4.6 or 4.7 will likely push you past 1.35V unless you're very lucky.

Sneakyginger8

03-04-2016, 02:46 PM #3

nightfall8000
Member

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03-04-2016, 04:01 PM

I increased it to 4.5 and 1.3 volts and everything is working perfectly.

nightfall8000

03-04-2016, 04:01 PM #4

I increased it to 4.5 and 1.3 volts and everything is working perfectly.