Overclocked i3 3220
Overclocked i3 3220
Mug3r:
Curious, Windows isn't adjusting the update my BIOS confirms as 4.02 on the CPU, yet Windows claims it's running at 3.30.
Windows typically doesn't interpret real clock values; a 3.3 GHz figure is just part of the CPU's name in its view.
Sakkura:
Mug3r:
Curious, Windows isn't detecting the update my BIOS confirms as 4.02 on the CPU, yet Windows claims it's running at 3.30.
Windows typically doesn't interpret the real clock speeds; a 3.3 GHz is just part of the CPU's name in its view.
However, when I look in HW Monitor, it also lists the maximum as 3292 MHz.
I believe I should keep it running for about three hours, using a mix of activities like chrome browsing, word processing, video playback, a few cinebench sessions, and light gaming. I'll share the outcomes later. 😊
Checking the cpuz is necessary. I'm not sure what I missed initially, maybe just too accustomed to using HW for everything. Alright here goes.
Update: During Cinebench the CPU surged to a maximum of 107C, which seems like a strong indication to stop the project and return to my i5 6600k. This model is intended for overclocking and comes with a solid cooler. I'm a bit let down though, as I was looking forward to testing how far I could push a budget system. Fun's over packed it up.
In summary, I guess even though there was some success at the end, it’s not worth it to experiment with a budget CPU—especially since this only worked because it’s winter here and I’ve lowered the room temperature to 20C while keeping both side panels off.
You're definitely not overclocking. It would have been impossible to reach 121 bclk when everyone else is struggling to hit 105. I think there might have been some safety limits in place, bringing it down to 100, even though the BIOS showed 121 as the active setting and I noticed temperature increases during operation.