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Is it possible to overclock the motherboard's CPU independently?

Is it possible to overclock the motherboard's CPU independently?

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rhubarb11
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02-22-2021, 11:27 AM
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About a week ago my computer began reaching 4700mhz and it kept spiking. After checking the BIOS, I noticed the CPU was being overclocked to hit around 5 ghz. I reset everything back to defaults but the motherboard continued overclocking the CPU, now setting it as default. I manually restarted using the two-pin method with the metal object, but it didn’t fix the issue. I contacted Asus, who suggested it might be a motherboard or CPU problem. I still have warranty coverage for both parts—should I replace them or try another solution?
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rhubarb11
02-22-2021, 11:27 AM #1

About a week ago my computer began reaching 4700mhz and it kept spiking. After checking the BIOS, I noticed the CPU was being overclocked to hit around 5 ghz. I reset everything back to defaults but the motherboard continued overclocking the CPU, now setting it as default. I manually restarted using the two-pin method with the metal object, but it didn’t fix the issue. I contacted Asus, who suggested it might be a motherboard or CPU problem. I still have warranty coverage for both parts—should I replace them or try another solution?

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iron_finder1
Posting Freak
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02-24-2021, 07:07 AM
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Turn off the ASUS Multicore Enhancement feature.
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iron_finder1
02-24-2021, 07:07 AM #2

Turn off the ASUS Multicore Enhancement feature.

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mister29
Junior Member
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02-26-2021, 02:17 AM
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It's similar to applying a band aid—it's just a temporary solution, not a permanent fix. I aim for a lasting repair, so once I adjust the multi enhancement and reset everything, it should return to overclocking.
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mister29
02-26-2021, 02:17 AM #3

It's similar to applying a band aid—it's just a temporary solution, not a permanent fix. I aim for a lasting repair, so once I adjust the multi enhancement and reset everything, it should return to overclocking.

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Incoming_MC
Junior Member
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02-26-2021, 05:45 AM
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Are you using the most recent BIOS version? Has ASUS advised you to update? If not, that's quite concerning from their part.
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Incoming_MC
02-26-2021, 05:45 AM #4

Are you using the most recent BIOS version? Has ASUS advised you to update? If not, that's quite concerning from their part.

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MasterHD7
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02-26-2021, 09:05 AM
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Yes I’m in the latest one
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MasterHD7
02-26-2021, 09:05 AM #5

Yes I’m in the latest one

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XDDanyXD
Junior Member
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02-26-2021, 12:29 PM
#6
What core frequency is the CPU aiming for? Is it attempting to reach 5GHz across all cores? If yes, then turn off MCE. MCE isn't a quick fix; it's an optional overclocking tool from the motherboard manufacturer. It doesn't originate from Intel.
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XDDanyXD
02-26-2021, 12:29 PM #6

What core frequency is the CPU aiming for? Is it attempting to reach 5GHz across all cores? If yes, then turn off MCE. MCE isn't a quick fix; it's an optional overclocking tool from the motherboard manufacturer. It doesn't originate from Intel.

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maxo1973
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02-26-2021, 02:33 PM
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I’ll attempt that, bringing back my mobo and cpu and acquiring new ones tomorrow to check if it resolves the issue.
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maxo1973
02-26-2021, 02:33 PM #7

I’ll attempt that, bringing back my mobo and cpu and acquiring new ones tomorrow to check if it resolves the issue.

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ShunyoYT
Junior Member
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02-28-2021, 12:00 PM
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When using the same CPU and motherboard, the same outcome will occur. Even with a different motherboard, this effect might still happen. I'm not sure if this is considered a bug or flaw. Intel's design allows a 9900K to automatically increase to 5 GHz on a couple of cores when turbo boost is active. If your motherboard supports MCE, it will raise the speed to 5 GHz across all cores. Just disable MCE in BIOS settings.
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ShunyoYT
02-28-2021, 12:00 PM #8

When using the same CPU and motherboard, the same outcome will occur. Even with a different motherboard, this effect might still happen. I'm not sure if this is considered a bug or flaw. Intel's design allows a 9900K to automatically increase to 5 GHz on a couple of cores when turbo boost is active. If your motherboard supports MCE, it will raise the speed to 5 GHz across all cores. Just disable MCE in BIOS settings.

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VetGirl1
Member
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02-28-2021, 06:16 PM
#9
By default it's running at overclock, too. The CPU seemed to be having issues since it was at stock speed but showing spikes after I ran a Band Aid program.
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VetGirl1
02-28-2021, 06:16 PM #9

By default it's running at overclock, too. The CPU seemed to be having issues since it was at stock speed but showing spikes after I ran a Band Aid program.

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ozysprint
Member
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03-02-2021, 02:06 AM
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I've noticed several individuals mentioning their motherboards come with MCE enabled by default, which doesn't seem too concerning.
I'm not sure what you're aiming to convey in this message.
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ozysprint
03-02-2021, 02:06 AM #10

I've noticed several individuals mentioning their motherboards come with MCE enabled by default, which doesn't seem too concerning.
I'm not sure what you're aiming to convey in this message.

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