Need Help Overclocking Please
Need Help Overclocking Please
I want to upgrade my AMD FX 8300 to overclock before replacing it. I’m not familiar with the process, so I’m careful not to risk overheating or thermal throttling. My system has an MSI 970A-G43 PLUS motherboard, running an MSI military class 4 BIOS, with a GTX 1050 3GB and 16GB RAM. The power supply is a Cybertron 500W ATX unit, and the CPU fan is an AMD 1A02C3W00. Can you assist me?
I'm not an expert in overclocking, but I've done it more often than I can recall. Please proceed with your own caution!
You have a couple of options for overclocking: using the BIOS or third-party software. I suggest the latter because it's easier to use.
There are several programs you can try for this purpose. I recommend MSI Command Center or Intel Extreme Tuning Utility. For now, I'll choose Intel Utility. The core idea stays consistent across all tools.
Begin with the multipliers. Raise them gradually, one step at a time. For instance, if it's set to x33, move it up to x34 and apply the changes. It's wise to stress test after each adjustment.
I'm not an expert in this area, but I've tried it more often than I can recall. Please proceed with caution!
Now let's begin. You have two options: adjust the BIOS settings or use third-party tools. I suggest the latter for its ease of use.
There are several overclocking programs available. I recommend MSI Command Center or Intel Extreme Tuning Utility. For now, I'll choose Intel Utility. The core idea stays consistent across all these tools.
Start with the multipliers. Raise them gradually, one step at a time. For instance, if it's set to x33, move it up to x34 and apply the changes. It's advised to stress-test each adjustment for a minimum of five minutes.
You'll likely reach a breaking point where your PC fails. If it crashes at x36, restart it and lower the multiplier to x35, then perform another stress test. If it remains stable, you're good.
If you still wish to go further, increase the core voltage by 0.005V (this is crucial!). Avoid exceeding a total core voltage of 1.4V. That's a clear warning sign. Once the voltage is raised slightly, you can push the multiplier even higher. Conduct a stress test for several hours—about six is ideal—to verify stability.
All set.
I prefer Intel Tuning Utility because it provides live hardware data and allows simultaneous stress testing. Most other programs don't offer this feature. The updates they provide are often delayed due to the stress test, though I'm certain there are better alternatives.
EDIT: Also, your power supply unit needs attention; especially if you're overclocking. Invest in a better one before you proceed.