Is the Vcore changing during the stress test typical?
Is the Vcore changing during the stress test typical?
Hi everyone.
It looks like I managed to push my i5 6600k to 4.4ghz at 1.265v, but during the stress test with aida64, HWmonitor indicates the CPU voltage varies between the BIOS-set value and 1.280-1.293v. Is this typical? Or should I take action about it?
EDIT: I realize there might be a calibration setting (like LLC), but is this kind of fluctuation what I'm expecting?
Asus motherboards include a BIOS setting to assist with this issue. Enter BIOS, go to the Ai Tweaker section, locate DIGI+ VRM, open it, and adjust the CPU Load Line Calibration to a higher value. This will help stabilize power delivery while accepting increased VRM thermal limits. Monitor the VRMs' heatsinks near the socket; if any exceed 100°C, power down immediately and revert the calibration setting. I suggest using an infrared heat gun to check heatsink temperatures. One option offers good value.
Asus motherboards include a BIOS setting to assist with this issue. Enter BIOS, go to the Ai Tweaker section, locate DIGI+ VRM, open it, and adjust the CPU Load Line Calibration to a higher value. This will help stabilize power delivery while accepting increased VRM thermal limits. Monitor the VRMs' heatsinks near the socket; if any exceed 100°C, power down immediately and revert the calibration setting. I suggest using an infrared heat gun to check heatsink temperatures. One option offers good value.