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Overclock FX 8320 on MSI 760GMA-P34 (FX) (MS-7641)

Overclock FX 8320 on MSI 760GMA-P34 (FX) (MS-7641)

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socrate75
Member
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01-10-2016, 12:28 PM
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Windows 8.1 Pro 64-bit with AMD FX-8320 at 3.5 GHz, 8 GB DDR3 RAM, MSI 760GMA-P34(FX), NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060, 1 TB HDD. I checked many sources but found conflicting information. Can I safely increase my CPU clock to 4.0 GHz with this motherboard?
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socrate75
01-10-2016, 12:28 PM #1

Windows 8.1 Pro 64-bit with AMD FX-8320 at 3.5 GHz, 8 GB DDR3 RAM, MSI 760GMA-P34(FX), NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060, 1 TB HDD. I checked many sources but found conflicting information. Can I safely increase my CPU clock to 4.0 GHz with this motherboard?

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TheDJKat
Member
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01-11-2016, 09:08 PM
#2
It's quite warm for the FX-8320. The highest safe temperature is 61.1°C.
The aluminum brick cooler has a TDP of 95W. If you want to upgrade to the 125W FX-8350 specs, you'll need at least a 4-heat pipe cooler or a better aftermarket solution. Avoid running it above stock clocks with the standard cooler.
You probably didn't overclock it using the default settings.
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TheDJKat
01-11-2016, 09:08 PM #2

It's quite warm for the FX-8320. The highest safe temperature is 61.1°C.
The aluminum brick cooler has a TDP of 95W. If you want to upgrade to the 125W FX-8350 specs, you'll need at least a 4-heat pipe cooler or a better aftermarket solution. Avoid running it above stock clocks with the standard cooler.
You probably didn't overclock it using the default settings.

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louytekj
Member
144
01-12-2016, 02:03 AM
#3
If this is your setup:
https://us.msi.com/Motherboard/760GMA-P3...o-overview
it isn't ideal for major overclocking. Limited phase power and no heat sink on the VRMs are some factors. As performance increases, power consumption will also rise. This is your own responsibility.

Given the board's compatibility with 125W CPUs like the FX-8350, consider aiming for that clock speed as your limit. Monitor temperatures closely and ensure you're using a reliable power supply. Cheap options often have poor stability and may harm your system.
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louytekj
01-12-2016, 02:03 AM #3

If this is your setup:
https://us.msi.com/Motherboard/760GMA-P3...o-overview
it isn't ideal for major overclocking. Limited phase power and no heat sink on the VRMs are some factors. As performance increases, power consumption will also rise. This is your own responsibility.

Given the board's compatibility with 125W CPUs like the FX-8350, consider aiming for that clock speed as your limit. Monitor temperatures closely and ensure you're using a reliable power supply. Cheap options often have poor stability and may harm your system.

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_Rectrit_
Junior Member
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01-13-2016, 08:45 AM
#4
On your Corsair CX750M, could increasing the clock speed to that of an 8350 be safe? Also, is the built-in cooler sufficient for your needs?
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_Rectrit_
01-13-2016, 08:45 AM #4

On your Corsair CX750M, could increasing the clock speed to that of an 8350 be safe? Also, is the built-in cooler sufficient for your needs?

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DarkAsNight
Junior Member
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01-15-2016, 03:33 AM
#5
I have a Corsair CX750M. Would you consider overclocking it to match an 8350's speed? Also, do you think the built-in cooler is sufficient? The PSU should handle it. For the cooler, the FX-8320 with four heat pipes or the small aluminum brick—whichever comes with it?
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DarkAsNight
01-15-2016, 03:33 AM #5

I have a Corsair CX750M. Would you consider overclocking it to match an 8350's speed? Also, do you think the built-in cooler is sufficient? The PSU should handle it. For the cooler, the FX-8320 with four heat pipes or the small aluminum brick—whichever comes with it?

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Juan2610
Posting Freak
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01-16-2016, 01:01 PM
#6
I own a Corsair CX750M. Would you consider overclocking it to match an 8350? Also, do you think the built-in cooler is sufficient? The power supply should handle it. Regarding the cooling solution, the stock one seems adequate. Which model comes with the FX-8320—4 heat pipes or the smaller aluminum block? I upgraded to the aluminum version myself and boosted it to 4 GHz. After a 30-minute Prime95 stress test, it ran smoothly with a maximum temperature of 70°C.
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Juan2610
01-16-2016, 01:01 PM #6

I own a Corsair CX750M. Would you consider overclocking it to match an 8350? Also, do you think the built-in cooler is sufficient? The power supply should handle it. Regarding the cooling solution, the stock one seems adequate. Which model comes with the FX-8320—4 heat pipes or the smaller aluminum block? I upgraded to the aluminum version myself and boosted it to 4 GHz. After a 30-minute Prime95 stress test, it ran smoothly with a maximum temperature of 70°C.

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Newsper
Junior Member
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01-16-2016, 02:19 PM
#7
It's quite warm for the FX-8320. The highest safe temperature is 61.1°C.
The aluminum brick cooler has a TDP of 95W. If you want to use the 125W FX-8350 specs, you'll need at least a 4-heat pipe cooler. A good aftermarket option would be better. Avoid running it above stock clocks with the standard cooler.
You probably didn't overclock it and didn't install a cooler. The original package seems to include the 125W cooler.
What changes did you make to the overclocking settings?
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Newsper
01-16-2016, 02:19 PM #7

It's quite warm for the FX-8320. The highest safe temperature is 61.1°C.
The aluminum brick cooler has a TDP of 95W. If you want to use the 125W FX-8350 specs, you'll need at least a 4-heat pipe cooler. A good aftermarket option would be better. Avoid running it above stock clocks with the standard cooler.
You probably didn't overclock it and didn't install a cooler. The original package seems to include the 125W cooler.
What changes did you make to the overclocking settings?