I7 8086k + z370 Aorus Gaming 7
I7 8086k + z370 Aorus Gaming 7
Hi there,
I understand there are some aspects you're unsure about. I'm glad you're seeking guidance on achieving the optimal OC for your 8086k with this Aorus gaming 7 motherboard. I'd be happy to walk you through it step by step, including detailed instructions, necessary parts, and tips. You're planning to use your PC for sims X plane 11 and games like Battlefield 5, so I'll focus on performance optimization. Let's get started!
Yes, you can replicate the settings and verify stability. The outcome will vary based on your specific CPU and motherboard. With a solid motherboard and an 8086k chip, you should achieve stable performance with proper cooling. I own an 8700k and a Gigabyte Gaming 7, and this resource has proven effective for me. Your 8086k should perform similarly, allowing only slight frequency adjustments.
Other sources discuss reviews, overclocking tips, and guides related to Intel Core i7-8086K CPUs, as well as community discussions on overclocking the i78086K to 5GHz.
Thank you for your response; it improved my grasp of the topic. However, all the links you mentioned refer to different motherboards. I’m unsure if copying their settings would cause instability.
Yes, you can replicate the settings and verify stability. The outcome will vary based on your specific CPU and motherboard. With a solid motherboard and an 8086k chip, you should achieve stable performance with proper cooling. I own an 8700k and a Gigabyte Gaming 7, and this resource has proven effective for me. Your 8086k should perform similarly, allowing only slight frequency adjustments.
Yeah, the Noctua NH-D15 is a top choice among air coolers. You might not need to raise the vcore to reach 5ghz. Just open the BIOS, adjust the CPU frequencies, set the frequency multiplier to 50, save and close. Check if the system starts up. Then perform a Cinebench r15 CPU test. Monitor temperatures via Intel XTU. For me, Cinebench is quite reliable—if it runs without crashes, your system is about 90% stable. Keep an eye on temps during the test; I aim for averages under 80°C, with peaks not exceeding that. Some prefer higher peaks, others lower. It really depends on personal preference.
If the system crashes, return to the BIOS and adjust the v-cor. I’d suggest using 1.28 volts and tweak it up by .1 volts until stability returns or temps climb too high. Since I don’t have an OC board and an 8086k, I can’t confirm exact results, but for most modern Intel CPUs with OC support, matching the boost clock (like 5ghz) doesn’t require higher voltage, making it straightforward.
The Noctua NH-D15 is considered one of the top air coolers available. You might not need to raise the vcore to reach 5ghz. Just open the BIOS, adjust the CPU frequencies, set the frequency multiplier to 50, save and close. Check if the system boots normally. Then perform a Cinebench r15 CPU test. Monitor temperatures via Intel XTU. For me, Cinebench is quite reliable; a stable run without crashes suggests good performance. If it crashes, return to the BIOS and adjust the vcore to 1.28 volts. Increase the voltage by 0.1V until stability is achieved or temps rise too much. Since I don’t have an OC board and an 8086k, I can’t confirm exact results, but for most modern Intel CPUs with OC support, matching boost clocks doesn’t require higher voltages, making it simple. Thank you for your help! You were fortunate to get your 8086k back on time, and you’re excited about the i9 9900k. I think it makes sense to proceed. Regarding the Aorus Gaming 7, I’m wondering if it can handle the i9 chip. I’ve read it supports the 9900k, but I want to be sure before buying.
Word is that Intel plans to announce the 9900k tomorrow on 10/8, so we should be aware soon. However, I believe the 9900k will still work on z370 boards. They’re launching a new z390 chipset. I don’t think major changes will happen, though it might offer improved overclocking support. The gaming 7 is a premium model and the z390 won’t significantly outperform it. So there’s no need to worry much about that.
The main concern could be that the z370 BIOS will likely need an update to run with the 9900k. To do this, you’ll probably need an 8th generation CPU. If you have a local store nearby, they might handle the update for you. Alternatively, if you have a friend with an 8th gen CPU, you could borrow it to perform the update.
Word is that Intel will be releasing the 9900k tomorrow on 10/8. We should get the details soon. Yes, it seems the 9900k will work with the z370 boards. They are launching a new z390 chipset. I don’t think the features will change much, but it should offer better overclocking support. With that in mind, the gaming 7 is a high-end board and the z390 won’t be significantly better. So I shouldn’t worry too much about it.
The main concern might be that the z370 BIOS will likely need an update to run with the 9900k. To do this, you’ll probably need an 8th generation CPU. If you have a local store, they might handle the update for you. Or if you have a friend with an 8th gen CPU, you could borrow it to update your BIOS.
Ohhh, really? I didn’t even think about it.
I just read about this topic and realized it’s possible to update the BIOS without a CPU if the motherboard includes Q-flash plus. Is that actually doable? I checked the manual and saw something like “Q flash plus (dual bios)” – maybe it works?