Newbie builder concerns.
Newbie builder concerns.
Hello everyone,
I’m setting up my initial PC today after the parts arrived by mail. The build includes the following items:
Processor
- Intel Core i5-8600K Coffee Lake 6-Core 3.6 GHz (4.3 GHz Turbo)
Cooler
- NZXT Kraken X62 (RL-KRX62-02) Liquid Cooling
Motherboard
- ASUS ROG Maximus X Hero (Wi-Fi AC)
RAM
- G.SKILL TridentZ RGB Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) 3200 F4-3200C16D-16GTZR
Storage1
- 1 x SAMSUNG 860 EVO Series M.2 2280 250GB SATA III 3D NAND Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) MZ-N6E250BW
Storage2
- 1 x WD Blue 1TB Desktop Hard Disk Drive - 7200 RPM SATA 6Gb/s 64MB Cache 3.5 Inch - WD10EZEX - OEM
Power Supply
- EVGA SuperNOVA 650 G3, 220-G3-0650-Y1, 80+ GOLD, 650W Fully Modular
Case
- Phanteks Eclipse P400S
As you can see, I didn’t add a GPU because the estimated delivery date is around early April. For reference, it would be an ASUS GTX 1080. My main question is:
Would it be acceptable to overclock the CPU without a GPU?
Additionally, I discovered recently that the RAM modules I ordered aren’t included in the supported list on the motherboard website. Is this going to cause any issues?
Once more, this is my first PC, and I plan to follow some overclocking guides from YouTube. If anyone can assist with these steps, I’d really appreciate it.
Thank you!
I am starting my first PC today."
"Would it be fine to overclock the CPU without a GPU?"
Don't worry about the overclocking.
Just make sure the system is working properly by installing all software and checking everything.
After a few weeks, consider a gentle overclock gradually.
Don't rush into this process.
(And install the OS using only the SSD connected)
I am starting my first PC today."
"Would it be fine to overclock the CPU without a GPU?"
Don't worry about the overclocking.
Just make sure the system is working properly by installing all software and checking everything.
After a few weeks, consider a gentle overclock gradually.
Don't rush into this process.
(And install the OS using only the SSD connected)
fine to disable the CPU. you'll need to remove the internal GPU built into the CPU.
the motherboard support list for RAM is merely a collection of modules the manufacturer had to test, not a definitive list of all compatible RAM. as long as the type, speed, and voltage requirements align with your motherboard, you should be okay.
Integrated graphics works well for most applications, not just fast action games.
To check if your RAM is compatible, visit the g.skil website and use their RAM configurator.
Input your motherboard details to see which kits are available.
If your RAM model appears in the list, you’re confirmed as compatible and will receive support from g.skil.
Hi everyone, thanks again for your support.
I've assembled all the components and the PC is now functioning properly. Everything seems to be working as expected. Are there any steps I should take or tests I can perform?
Also, I managed to enable the XMP profile for my RAM and it's running at 3200Mhz.
😀
Looking forward to getting my GPU soon!