I7-9700k OC model
I7-9700k OC model
Hello, your 9700k is running fine on Asus MCE, but the higher voltages are causing issues. You're considering two CPU speeds: 4.7GHz at 1.20Vcore versus 5GHz with 1.33-1.35Vcore. It might be worth adjusting the settings beyond the standard ones—such as lowering the DRAM voltage or tweaking VCCIO and VCCSA. Your LLC functionality seems affected, so you may need to explore additional configurations. Based on the HWinfo data, it appears the Vcore values you're using aren't matching expected results. Try testing different voltages and see what stabilizes performance.
This serves as a helpful guide on voltage levels. For the LLC configuration, ASUS LLC level 5 generally maintains voltage near your manual setting. I favor adaptive mode for voltage control. In HWInfo, you're likely referring to the Vcore value. Do you know your RAM speed and clock speeds?
SSE Frequency means the clock speed at which the software processes data. It’s usually around 3 GHz, but it can vary based on settings. Under full load it shows about 1.173 GHz, which is normal. Adaptive mode adjusts voltage automatically, so it shouldn’t be too much. Your CPU runs at 3600 MHz—timings refer to the clock settings that help the processor run efficiently.
For the 3600 MHz configuration, adjusting Vccsa and Vccio manually to roughly 1.15-1.2 V is sufficient. Adaptive voltage settings need manual configuration. Be sure to consult your motherboard's documentation for precise instructions.
Both profiles are strong, with ratings around 4.7 and 5.0. For gaming, some titles noticeably improve performance after upgrading to the higher version with adaptive sync enabled.