Overclock Nvidia 8400 Gs
Overclock Nvidia 8400 Gs
I’m looking into ways to boost the performance of my Nvidia 8400Gs graphics card. It’s a decent but underpowered GPU, and I’m planning to replace my current ASUS card soon. Right now everything is running at stock settings, I’ve installed the latest drivers but nothing else. I’m not aiming for extreme overclocking just to be safe, and I don’t want to invest in a new GPU or cooler. I’m using Windows 7 Ultimate 64 bit, with an Intel Core 2 Duo E4700 at 2.6 GHz, 2*2GB DDR2 RAM, and a motherboard from MS 7525 version 1.0 with BIOS version 5.08. The monitor is HP w1907, and the GPU is a 1024MB NVIDIA GeForce 8400GS from ASUStek Computer Inc. My hard drive is a 298GB Western Digital WDC WD3200AAJS-65B4A0 ATA device connected via SATA. The PSU is Bestec ATX-250-12Z REV.:H5R, delivering up to 250W maximum output.
250w isn't sufficient for that card, especially not for overclocking. The minimum PSU should be 300-350w, so a larger one is necessary when upgrading. If you purchase a new PSU now, it will look good later. Since you're planning a new build soon, buying a fresh PSU now and installing it then will be ideal before constructing the next monster rig. If you decide to buy a new PSU after purchasing something else, consider popular options like Seasonic G (XFX), Rosewill Cappstone, or other reputable brands. Avoid thinking Cooler Master GX is good; they're actually poor quality. Here are some recommendations:
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Think about upgrading now if you're planning a new build—you might need more power depending on your goals. It's better to invest in a solid, larger PSU rather than a small one. IMO.
Hello, you need to adjust your core and memory clocks for your graphics card. First, download the MSI Afterburner from the provided link and install it. Then use it to set your graphics card's core and memory clock values. The core clock should reach up to 710 MHz and the memory clock up to 410 MHz.