I7 5820K operates at 4.2GHz with adaptive 1.25 core voltage and automatic crashing.
I7 5820K operates at 4.2GHz with adaptive 1.25 core voltage and automatic crashing.
Hi, your PC's performance is dropping when playing Destiny at a 4.0ghz clock speed with a 45c load. You've been trying to push the CPU to 4.2ghz, but it keeps crashing due to adaptive settings. Your system specs are: CPU I7 5820k @ 4.2ghz, GPU 1080 Ti FE, RAM DDR4 16GB 2133MZ, PSU EVGA 850w G2 Supernova, watercooler NZXT X62 Kraken, and monitor Acer X34A.
Juniajai asks for clarification on what "framerate degrading" means, describing the issue and its effects. They also inquire about their monitor resolution (1080, 2K, 4K) and refresh rate (60Hz or 144Hz). The response provides a detailed setup plan including voltage settings and temperature considerations.
What is your voltage? I don't have much experience with OC settings, but I'd appreciate more details about yours too.
The term "framerate degrading" refers to the issue where the video quality drops due to insufficient refresh rate. The problem occurs because the system struggles to maintain smooth motion at lower frame rates. Regarding your monitor, it appears to support resolutions like 1080p, 2K, or 4K, and you're using a display that runs at either 60Hz or 144Hz.
Marko55 explains his understanding of "framerate degrading," describes the issue clearly, and asks about monitor resolution and refresh rate. He also mentions his current temperature readings and setup details.
Juniajai asks for clarification on the meaning of "framerate degrading," describing the issue and its effects. They also inquire about their monitor specifications—resolution, refresh rate—and request advice on handling the problem. The original text is retained exactly as provided.
Marko55 asked for clarification on the concept of "framerate degrading," describing the issue and its causes. He also inquired about his monitor specifications—1080, 2K, 4K—and whether it operates at 60Hz or 144Hz. He mentioned starting with a fixed voltage instead of adaptive voltage, setting the 1.28v Vcore to 1.40GHz, adjusting LLC to level 2, and inputting 1.9V. He noted stable temperatures on his GPU (82°C) and CPU (45°C), wondering why it might be overheating. He shared details about his monitor resolution (3440x1440), G-Sync support, and 100Hz refresh rate. Marko55 also planned to modify his overclocking settings later since he isn’t currently using a gaming rig. He thanked the responder for the advice and promised updates on his progress.
Good news, your situation is quite favorable for airflow. Here are a few points to consider:
1) The case includes two 140mm fans already installed at the front. Have you replaced them with 120mm models?
2) Are you using the hard drive cages located at the front of the case? If not, remove them to enhance air intake.
Concerning the fans:
1) Determine what controls the speed of the front fans. Increasing their power may boost airflow.
2) Check if your GPU fan is actually running. You can adjust a custom fan profile in MSI Afterburner to make it spin faster and cooler, which might help.
A major issue you face is having a FE GPU, which doesn’t cool well. People often buy these just to remove the shroud for a custom water cooling loop (like with an FE 1080 Ti). It’s crucial to direct as much cool air as possible from the rear or bottom of the GPU, where its single fan can draw in air and cool it effectively.
If you’re currently overclocking, revert it back to default settings. Ideally, keep it in the low 70s during gaming. Even if software reports temps around 76-77°C, I’m not convinced—there are likely hidden spikes that aren’t being shown, possibly causing throttling.
You might want to consider selling your GPU and purchasing a third-party 1080 Ti with multiple fans.
Good news, you're in a solid position for airflow. Here are a few points to consider:
1) The case includes two 140mm fans already installed front-on. Have you replaced them with 120mm models?
2) Are you using the hard drive cages positioned at the front? If not, remove them to enhance air intake.
Concerning the fans in general:
1) What controls the speed of the front fans? Try increasing their setting to boost airflow.
2) Have you confirmed your GPU fan is operating? You might try configuring a custom profile in MSI Afterburner to make it spin faster and cooler, which could help.
A major issue here is that you have a FE GPU. Their cooling performance isn't optimal. Most people buy FE cards specifically to remove the shroud for a custom water loop setup (like I'm doing with an FE 1080 Ti). It's crucial to direct as much cool air as possible from the rear or bottom of the GPU, where its single fan can effectively draw in air and cool it.
If you're currently overclocking, revert it back to default settings to begin with. Ideally, aim for a temperature in the low 70s during gaming. Even if software reports temps around 76-77°C, I'm skeptical—it could be due to unseen heat spikes that aren't being displayed, possibly causing throttling.
It might be wise to consider selling your GPU and purchasing a third-party 1080 Ti with multiple fans.
I'm using one of the drive cages for my two bays, which is why I removed the 140s as they were covering the bottom of one. Also, I believe the case has mounting points for hard drives in the same spots as the cages, so installing them there could be beneficial.
I chose an FE because I initially planned a custom CPU and GPU loop, but due to lack of experience, I opted for an AIO. It was £30-£40 cheaper than reference cards at the time. I might still install a custom loop just for my GPU, but I don't have the budget for a full upgrade right now.
For now, I'm considering flipping the top 140s to act as intake vents, aiming to slow down airflow and let the GPU draw more air in, which should improve cooling.
I use CAM to track stats, and it seems the fans are running at full speed—though the noise is a clear sign. They're 3-pin fans, and I only realized this after installation.