Making a slight adjustment on the M.2 970A-G43

S

Suddard
Junior Member

19

01-12-2016, 06:42 PM

#1

Hi,
I've faced some problems with my CPU and GPU recently. When trying to run GTA 5 on my system at high settings, I'm only achieving around 30 FPS.
Specs:
R9 380 2 GB
AMD FX 6300 stock GHz
8 GB RAM
Coolermaster Hyper 212 EVO with Noctua FN 12
4 NZXT fans
MSI 970A-G43
Many people warned about overclocking this setup. I'm planning to push my CPU up to 4 GHz after reading discussions online.
Currently, my CPU is running at 35°C under full load, while the motherboard's CPU is at 41°C, and the auxiliary is at 50°C during GTA 5 playback.
Thanks.

A

AeliusArc
Junior Member

48

01-13-2016, 02:27 PM

#2

I would definitely overclock that board, as it tends to overheat at standard speeds.
If you need to, you'll need to place a fan directly on the VRMs.
Edited: You might also consider increasing the multiplier, but avoid adding extra voltage.

D

DraconicTech
Junior Member

6

01-14-2016, 07:29 AM

#3

OC a bit at times using multiplier, and monitor temperatures and voltages carefully due to VRM.

G

GynBurst
Member

52

01-21-2016, 09:09 AM

#4

I would definitely overclock that board, as it tends to overheat at standard speeds.
If you need to, you'll need to place a fan directly on the VRMs.
Edited: You might also consider increasing the multiplier, but avoid adding extra voltage.