New Build, time to Overclock
New Build, time to Overclock
For a "daily driver OC" - at a fundamental level, you're boosting the all-core CPU multiplier while aiming to maintain voltages near their original values. A 4.7GHz all-core speed feels reasonable, depending on how well the silicon performs. Always verify CPU voltages before beginning the overclocking process. Keeping the motherboard voltage settings at Autio's default will provide more than sufficient power for stability (the conservative errors in the BIOS are a good sign).
You have two main approaches to CPU overclocking:
I tend to fixate on locking the vcore (instead of Auto) and raise the multiplier until instability appears.
Allowing Auto voltage to stay active while increasing the multiplier will guide you toward the highest achievable OC (search results suggest 5-5.2GHz is common, but it may be limited by temperature or power at higher voltages). Once you reach that limit, you can adjust back to find the optimal setting before hitting constraints from insufficient voltage. Intel's XTU can assist in monitoring the voltage levels you're applying.
Beyond this threshold, personal choice comes into play. Research online—there’s no clear cutoff for safe CPU voltages beyond stock levels.