Optimal configurations for an i9-11900K
Optimal configurations for an i9-11900K
I won't be touching that. Just a multi-core boost, but it doesn't relate to power limits?
I still require some guidance to grasp what needs to be turned on here.
Up to now, I have adjusted the following in BIOS:
XMP1
Adaptive Boost Technology = Enabled
Asus Multicore Enchantment = Enabled (remove all limits)
Intel Speedstep = Auto
Intel SpeedShift = Auto
Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 = Enabled
Turbo Made = Enabled
CPU C-states = Auto
Thermal Monitor = Enabled
Dual Tau Boost = Disabled
Could anyone clarify if these settings are correct or if I should modify anything?
Thanks.
ABT and MCE are both automatic overclocking solutions.
MCE remains constant, maintaining all cores at the CPU's maximum turbo speed.
ABT adapts dynamically; it lacks a fixed boost threshold, unlike MCE. Factors such as silicon quality, cooling efficiency, and power delivery shape the performance you achieve with this option.
Clearly, both require higher power usage and voltage compared to simply turning on Turbo Boost plus Thermal Velocity Boost with a balanced power plan.
You could compensate for increased consumption with a negative Vcore offset, though this approach also applies to TB + TVB + balanced plan; it offers faster performance while staying cooler.
The choice is yours—MCE is largely ineffective in this context...
Speed Step and Speed Shift. These are both energy-saving options: one relies on software (Step), the other on hardware (Shift). You don’t need both active. Shift is the better choice.
I’m uncertain if either works properly with ABT or MCE enabled. Someone else might have more insight.
Max 3.0 is supported.
This feature was first introduced in X299 through a downloadable driver, but it often caused issues, breaking frequently. I eventually removed it—though it didn’t help much.
With newer chips, the driver runs via Windows, which should improve stability.
Turbo Mode. Keep it on unless you prefer the CPU to stay at base clock speed.
C-states. Enabled by default, unless you intend to set a fixed operating frequency. I’m not sure if this works with MCE.
Thermal monitor. Leave enabled, unless you want the CPU to bypass its thermal limits unexpectedly...
Dual Tau Boost. Uncertain, but it seems the search suggests another power-saving function. It’s probably unnecessary to enable this alongside Speed Shift...
None really. Enabled feels like a clear 'yes' choice, and it matches my own taste. Auto 'should be' also seems to agree, considering the other options.