Is there any connection between the motherboard and GPU overclocking?

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Is there any connection between the motherboard and GPU overclocking?

Is there any connection between the motherboard and GPU overclocking?

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Corlleon
Junior Member

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12-05-2016, 05:08 PM

#1

Hello everyone. Thanks for opening this discussion. My question is whether the motherboard affects GPU overclocking. I'm just a beginner and want to understand. My motherboard is an ASUS STRIX H270F GAMING and my GPU is an Asus Strix GTX 1060 with 6GB RAM (not overclocked). Appreciate the help.

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Corlleon

12-05-2016, 05:08 PM #1

Hello everyone. Thanks for opening this discussion. My question is whether the motherboard affects GPU overclocking. I'm just a beginner and want to understand. My motherboard is an ASUS STRIX H270F GAMING and my GPU is an Asus Strix GTX 1060 with 6GB RAM (not overclocked). Appreciate the help.

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Meadras
Member

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12-12-2016, 07:02 PM

#2

It shouldn't cause any damage. We clearly stated it won't impact GPU overclocking, and it definitely won't enable CPU overclocking since it isn't a Z270 board.

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Meadras

12-12-2016, 07:02 PM #2

It shouldn't cause any damage. We clearly stated it won't impact GPU overclocking, and it definitely won't enable CPU overclocking since it isn't a Z270 board.

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leckteck
Junior Member

25

12-24-2016, 03:16 AM

#3

It seems like the text is discussing a minor issue with a failing board that might affect power delivery through the PCI slot during operation. The power supply plays a significant role in maintaining system stability under load.

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leckteck

12-24-2016, 03:16 AM #3

It seems like the text is discussing a minor issue with a failing board that might affect power delivery through the PCI slot during operation. The power supply plays a significant role in maintaining system stability under load.

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LubyDaOreo
Member

120

12-24-2016, 11:42 PM

#4

I didn't receive a reply to your query, but I appreciate your reply. Your PSU model is the CORSAIR POWER SUPPLY CX650, with a capacity of 650W, 80 PLUS BRONZE rating, and a size of 135mm.

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LubyDaOreo

12-24-2016, 11:42 PM #4

I didn't receive a reply to your query, but I appreciate your reply. Your PSU model is the CORSAIR POWER SUPPLY CX650, with a capacity of 650W, 80 PLUS BRONZE rating, and a size of 135mm.

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Xx_Lauti_xX
Member

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12-25-2016, 02:06 AM

#5

Uncertain about why I didn't respond, but a working board should deliver consistent GPU output.

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Xx_Lauti_xX

12-25-2016, 02:06 AM #5

Uncertain about why I didn't respond, but a working board should deliver consistent GPU output.

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Super_AapjexD
Posting Freak

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12-30-2016, 01:47 AM

#6

LOL. You make me laugh a lot xD. Sure it’s working fine. If it were broken, I’d take it for repair or get a new one. (quits) Alright, you know my motherboard model? Tell me more. Can I overclock the GPU? And should I also try to overclock the CPU? I heard that from a friend who didn’t know much.

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Super_AapjexD

12-30-2016, 01:47 AM #6

LOL. You make me laugh a lot xD. Sure it’s working fine. If it were broken, I’d take it for repair or get a new one. (quits) Alright, you know my motherboard model? Tell me more. Can I overclock the GPU? And should I also try to overclock the CPU? I heard that from a friend who didn’t know much.

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Nicocraft666
Member

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01-20-2017, 04:33 AM

#7

Enjoy the view, observe the demeanor—most people here aim to assist.
Your initial reply was excellent and accurate: it’s mostly unrelated to GPU overclocking. The ideal board could boost performance by another 5MHz at the highest end, but this won’t matter for typical non-competitive adjustments.
The board will, however, significantly affect your CPU overclocking. Your system doesn’t allow overclocking.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LGA_1151

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Nicocraft666

01-20-2017, 04:33 AM #7

Enjoy the view, observe the demeanor—most people here aim to assist.
Your initial reply was excellent and accurate: it’s mostly unrelated to GPU overclocking. The ideal board could boost performance by another 5MHz at the highest end, but this won’t matter for typical non-competitive adjustments.
The board will, however, significantly affect your CPU overclocking. Your system doesn’t allow overclocking.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LGA_1151

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Golden_Wolf99
Junior Member

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01-28-2017, 12:51 AM

#8

I'm sorry, but I'm not very familiar with this. Based on what you said, it seems the 'motherboard' isn't really connected to GPU overclocking much. The ideal board might just give me a small boost, maybe around 5MHz more. Alright.
As for your setup, you have:
NonOC:
- 1506 MHz Core – can be boosted up to 1746 MHz
- 1280 CUDA Cores
- Pascal Architecture
- 6GB GDDR5 VRAM

OC:
- 1620 MHz Core – can be boosted up to 1873 MHz
- 1280 CUDA Cores
- Pascal Architecture
- 6GB GDDR5 VRAM

You're asking if your motherboard can safely allow your GPU to reach the factory overclock level. Thanks.

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Golden_Wolf99

01-28-2017, 12:51 AM #8

I'm sorry, but I'm not very familiar with this. Based on what you said, it seems the 'motherboard' isn't really connected to GPU overclocking much. The ideal board might just give me a small boost, maybe around 5MHz more. Alright.
As for your setup, you have:
NonOC:
- 1506 MHz Core – can be boosted up to 1746 MHz
- 1280 CUDA Cores
- Pascal Architecture
- 6GB GDDR5 VRAM

OC:
- 1620 MHz Core – can be boosted up to 1873 MHz
- 1280 CUDA Cores
- Pascal Architecture
- 6GB GDDR5 VRAM

You're asking if your motherboard can safely allow your GPU to reach the factory overclock level. Thanks.

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DengeliOda
Member

228

01-28-2017, 02:00 PM

#9

Whenever you do something, it's not safe to assume your mothboard won't affect your GPU performance. Your GPU will bear 90% of the impact, with the remaining 10% coming from your power supply. If you don't adjust the voltage too much, the most likely outcome is your card becoming unstable. This can be resolved by either increasing the voltage or reducing the speed.

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DengeliOda

01-28-2017, 02:00 PM #9

Whenever you do something, it's not safe to assume your mothboard won't affect your GPU performance. Your GPU will bear 90% of the impact, with the remaining 10% coming from your power supply. If you don't adjust the voltage too much, the most likely outcome is your card becoming unstable. This can be resolved by either increasing the voltage or reducing the speed.

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Blueboy74a
Junior Member

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01-28-2017, 09:53 PM

#10

Is it certain that my motherboard isn't affecting my CPU or GPU overclocking? Please confirm. My PSU is a Corsair Power Supply CX650, 650W, 80 PLUS Bronze, with 135mm and sufficient fans for cooling. I'm ready to proceed—just let me know if I'm all set.

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Blueboy74a

01-28-2017, 09:53 PM #10

Is it certain that my motherboard isn't affecting my CPU or GPU overclocking? Please confirm. My PSU is a Corsair Power Supply CX650, 650W, 80 PLUS Bronze, with 135mm and sufficient fans for cooling. I'm ready to proceed—just let me know if I'm all set.

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