Increasing the performance of an i7 4790k to its maximum capacity
Increasing the performance of an i7 4790k to its maximum capacity
I'm preparing to upgrade my 4790k in late 2017. I was wondering if pushing it further would be a good idea. As long as it works until late 2017, I'm fine. It's been running for 7 months now. Voltages are okay if they're slightly above the safe or recommended levels. I don't plan to sell it later. What voltage options should I consider for a year of use?
For one year? With enough cooling, staying in the 1.35v range should be fine.
I was considering around 1.4v, but that seems risky.
You'd probably need a super-cooler, and I think a custom solution is the best option.
TechyInAZ :
For one year? With proper cooling, you should be fine staying around 1.35v without any problems.
I was considering 1.4v, but that seems risky.
You'd need a really powerful cooler to maintain that temperature, and custom cooling might be the best option.
I'm only reaching about 80C at 1.35v in prime95.
At 1.4v for 20 minutes, I reach a max of around 83C (core temp), with some below 75C.
For one year? With proper cooling, staying in the 1.35v range should be manageable without problems.
I was considering around 1.4v, but that seems risky. You'd likely need an extremely powerful cooler; custom solutions might be necessary.
I'm only reaching about 80°C at 1.35v in Prime95.
At 1.4v for 20 minutes, I reach a peak of around 83°C (core temp), with some staying below 75°C.
Not bad overall—I'd suggest 1.4v as the upper limit.