Is it worth overclocking 1600 AF for gaming?
Is it worth overclocking 1600 AF for gaming?
It seems like you're evaluating the trade-offs here. The performance is decent without significantly affecting longevity. Given your GPU constraints, you'll likely see better results in lower frame rates, especially those CPU-bound moments under 60fps. The small percentages of slow frames won't be as noticeable.
Absolutely, additional power is beneficial.
That voltage of 1.4V seems suitable for the first generation unit.
You can reach up to 1.35v when the cooler is able to handle it.
I don't think reaching 1.35v for 3.8 is necessary, perhaps aiming for 4.0 would be better. However, I'm not focusing on that target. EDIT: If achieving a lower V still keeps things stable, that would be ideal!
Varies by chip; Max safe voltage is discussed. Estimates range from 1.45v for the first generation to 1.4v and 1.35v for later models. No assurances about lifespan.
From a power usage perspective, 1.250 seems quite high compared to typical stock performance.
It's about how comfortable I feel with the situation. Personally, I don't mind if it wears out quickly because it gives me a reason to replace it. It's been over a year at that stage without any problems, except for RAM issues.