Looking for guidance on overclocking your 8700k?
Looking for guidance on overclocking your 8700k?
I have some queries about overclocking my 8700k.
Specs: Intel 8700k, Asus Maximus Hero wifi AC, 16Gh Gskill Trident Z 3000mhz, Cryorig H5 Ultimate Cooler, Corsair CX850m power supply.
Unfortunately, I'm running a GTX 970 because of current prices—sorry, refuse to pay $1200 for a 1080ti.
Question 1: I wish I could keep the chip at 4.7GHZ all the time, not wanting it to go beyond that right now. I need it to run smoothly at that speed using the least voltage possible. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Question 2: Would a custom fan curve stop my CPU fan from constantly adjusting when a small load is applied? It's a bit frustrating.
I'm new to this, so I apologize for any confusion. I'm just starting out and trying things slowly.
I would modify the bios, altering the frequency multiplier from 37 to 47. This adjustment will yield a 4.7ghz output. You may need to tweak the v-core afterward. Depending on the specific chip, power requirements for stability might vary. I recommend starting the v-core at 1.3 volts and avoiding auto mode to prevent it from delivering excess voltage. Monitor the system closely; if it boots, perform a stress test and observe temperatures for consistency. If temperatures remain stable and performance holds, reduce the voltage gradually until the system fails. Should it fail at 1.3 or during testing, increase the voltage to 1.31 and continue iterating until stability is achieved in the stress scenario.
I would modify the bios settings by altering the frequency multiplier from 37 to 47, which should achieve a 4.7ghz output. After that, you might need to tweak the v-core. Depending on the specific chip, power requirements for stability could vary. I recommend starting the v-core at 1.3 volts and avoiding auto mode to prevent it from delivering excess voltage. Monitor the system during startup; if it boots successfully, perform a stress test and observe temperatures for stability. If temperatures remain stable, proceed with 1.29; otherwise, incrementally increase the voltage until the system fails. For temperature management, aim for average readings below 80°C during regular use. A fan curve adjustment can also help reduce noise by preventing the fan from running at full speed continuously. Adjust settings in your bios as needed.
feelinfroggy is right, but 4.7 is already the turbo speed. Just set the option that says "match clock for all cores when it turbos." Keep the voltage at 1.3 and increase it gradually if needed. You'll also need to monitor your temperatures.