Is your overclock stable with a stock cooler and an FX-6300 at 4GHz?

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Is your overclock stable with a stock cooler and an FX-6300 at 4GHz?

Is your overclock stable with a stock cooler and an FX-6300 at 4GHz?

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Komodo88
Senior Member

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04-23-2016, 02:37 AM

#1

I am just starting with overclocking but have done a lot of research myself.
I recently upgraded my FX-6300 to 4GHz (from 3.5GHz), raised the voltage from 1.25 to 1.3 and turned off turbo boost.
My CPU's maximum temperature is listed as 65°C in several forums.
After increasing the voltage, the CPU remains stable during a Prime95 Small FFT test (about an hour of testing).
The CPU's max temperature while running Prime95 Small FFTs is around 63°C and stays near 62°C.
Since it won't be under full load, is this overclocking safe (except for the performance drop when under stress)?
Thank you!

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Komodo88

04-23-2016, 02:37 AM #1

I am just starting with overclocking but have done a lot of research myself.
I recently upgraded my FX-6300 to 4GHz (from 3.5GHz), raised the voltage from 1.25 to 1.3 and turned off turbo boost.
My CPU's maximum temperature is listed as 65°C in several forums.
After increasing the voltage, the CPU remains stable during a Prime95 Small FFT test (about an hour of testing).
The CPU's max temperature while running Prime95 Small FFTs is around 63°C and stays near 62°C.
Since it won't be under full load, is this overclocking safe (except for the performance drop when under stress)?
Thank you!

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Thifleno
Member

206

04-23-2016, 09:18 PM

#2

Download and utilize amd overdrive while monitoring the thermal margin during that high-load condition—provided it remains above 5°C, it’s acceptable. What board are you working with? The low voltage setting on a 4GHz clock likely accounts for the stable temperatures you’re observing. A $20 cooler would make a significant difference in protecting your hearing and mental clarity.

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Thifleno

04-23-2016, 09:18 PM #2

Download and utilize amd overdrive while monitoring the thermal margin during that high-load condition—provided it remains above 5°C, it’s acceptable. What board are you working with? The low voltage setting on a 4GHz clock likely accounts for the stable temperatures you’re observing. A $20 cooler would make a significant difference in protecting your hearing and mental clarity.

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GigiCakes
Senior Member

261

04-24-2016, 05:01 AM

#3

The best way to stop that truck is by installing a better CPU cooler. I suggest the Cooler Master Hyper212X Universal CPU cooler—it meets your needs perfectly! Hope this helps...

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GigiCakes

04-24-2016, 05:01 AM #3

The best way to stop that truck is by installing a better CPU cooler. I suggest the Cooler Master Hyper212X Universal CPU cooler—it meets your needs perfectly! Hope this helps...

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476ms
Member

203

04-25-2016, 11:53 AM

#4

Download and utilize amd overdrive while monitoring the thermal margin during that high-load condition—provided it remains above 5°C, it’s acceptable. What board are you working with? The low voltage setting on a 4GHz clock likely accounts for the stable temperatures you’re observing. A $20 cooler could make a significant difference in protecting your hearing and mental focus.

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476ms

04-25-2016, 11:53 AM #4

Download and utilize amd overdrive while monitoring the thermal margin during that high-load condition—provided it remains above 5°C, it’s acceptable. What board are you working with? The low voltage setting on a 4GHz clock likely accounts for the stable temperatures you’re observing. A $20 cooler could make a significant difference in protecting your hearing and mental focus.

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Viizion_PvPz
Senior Member

670

04-25-2016, 12:13 PM

#5

Apart from the sound resembling a truck under load
😀
Everything's fine unless it smells like a diesel engine! But definitely, adding some low DBA fans—like the Fractal Silent Series and 212evo—is a smart move

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Viizion_PvPz

04-25-2016, 12:13 PM #5

Apart from the sound resembling a truck under load
😀
Everything's fine unless it smells like a diesel engine! But definitely, adding some low DBA fans—like the Fractal Silent Series and 212evo—is a smart move

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Derpy_Pig54
Junior Member

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04-25-2016, 04:35 PM

#6

If it doesn't go above 70 degrees C, it's okay. I use AMD Overdrive to check the thermal margin. OCCT helps me stress test with large data sets, which is what I recommend. Small FFTs are mainly for reaching higher temperatures. It's unlikely you'll hit that temperature through regular use, gaming, or video editing. If you place a heater nearby, it might be better.

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Derpy_Pig54

04-25-2016, 04:35 PM #6

If it doesn't go above 70 degrees C, it's okay. I use AMD Overdrive to check the thermal margin. OCCT helps me stress test with large data sets, which is what I recommend. Small FFTs are mainly for reaching higher temperatures. It's unlikely you'll hit that temperature through regular use, gaming, or video editing. If you place a heater nearby, it might be better.