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Is 6700k safe to overclock?

Is 6700k safe to overclock?

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Siberian02
Member
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09-26-2016, 10:29 PM
#1
Hey guys,
I've OC'd my 6700k to 4.7 GHz across all cores with 1.4 volts. Temperatures remain around 65-70°C during stress tests using Aida64, with spikes up to 76°C but the system drops quickly when using the NH-D15. I've been running the test for about 30 minutes now. Is this a safe setting for continuous use? P.S. 20-25°C at idle depending on room temperature.
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Siberian02
09-26-2016, 10:29 PM #1

Hey guys,
I've OC'd my 6700k to 4.7 GHz across all cores with 1.4 volts. Temperatures remain around 65-70°C during stress tests using Aida64, with spikes up to 76°C but the system drops quickly when using the NH-D15. I've been running the test for about 30 minutes now. Is this a safe setting for continuous use? P.S. 20-25°C at idle depending on room temperature.

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Marok203
Member
126
09-27-2016, 01:26 AM
#2
Based on this helpful resource ( 1.4 volts is the upper limit, and most users prefer not to exceed it. Observe the temperature readings with prime95 small ffts...
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Marok203
09-27-2016, 01:26 AM #2

Based on this helpful resource ( 1.4 volts is the upper limit, and most users prefer not to exceed it. Observe the temperature readings with prime95 small ffts...

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Goranius
Member
230
10-05-2016, 12:14 AM
#3
I plan to conduct some tests with prime95 later and will share updates soon.
From what you mentioned, 1.4 volts seems suitable for continuous use, correct?
P.S. I ran a few tests with prime95 and it reached 85°C maximum, but the PC didn’t crash, so I think the operating temperature is stable. Is this due to high temperatures or just because prime95 is putting a lot of stress on it?
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Goranius
10-05-2016, 12:14 AM #3

I plan to conduct some tests with prime95 later and will share updates soon.
From what you mentioned, 1.4 volts seems suitable for continuous use, correct?
P.S. I ran a few tests with prime95 and it reached 85°C maximum, but the PC didn’t crash, so I think the operating temperature is stable. Is this due to high temperatures or just because prime95 is putting a lot of stress on it?

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CatSnapGaming
Junior Member
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10-05-2016, 06:43 AM
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Have you attempted to operate it at reduced voltage levels?
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CatSnapGaming
10-05-2016, 06:43 AM #4

Have you attempted to operate it at reduced voltage levels?