Overclocking a FX-8350
Overclocking a FX-8350
I aim to boost my 8350 slightly for better performance, as it has been having some issues lately. I’m curious about the necessary upgrades to reach a target speed of around 4.6GHz.
the 212 EVO offers the best value cooler available. based on your specific airflow needs and room temperature, you might be able to get away with the OC. the motherboard in question is a 970 chipset low-end 4+1 phase vrm board. generally, it's recommended to aim for a 4.0 or higher over clock of 4.2ghz on this board. ensure you have a strong side fan directing cold air towards the vrm to prevent overheating.
the 212 EVO offers the best value cooler available. based on your specific airflow needs and room temperature, you might be able to get away with the OC. the motherboard in question is a 970 chipset low-end 4+1 phase vrm board. generally, it's recommended to aim for a 4.0 or higher over clock of 4.2ghz on this board. ensure you have a strong side fan directing cold air towards the vrm to prevent overheating.
the 212 EVO stands out as the top budget cooler available. depending on your setup and room conditions, you might manage with the OC. the motherboard in question is a 970 chipset low-end 4+1 Phases VRM board. generally, people recommend a 4.0 or up to 4.2ghz over clock for that model. ensure you have a strong side fan directing cold air to the VRM to prevent overheating.
i'm not suggesting it's impossible, but ensure the fan stays active on the VRM. this motherboard is built for basic overclocking rather than advanced configurations.
I share the same views as gonf. I possess that board and have pushed a 6300 to 4.8Ghz. The VRM components on that motherboard have fail safes that can't be disabled. They will cause the board to fail before they overheat.
With this in mind, if you don<|pad|>'s suggestions about passive cooling, assume the heat will accumulate until a crash occurs. If you can't feel how intense the VRM temperatures are, touch one of the ferrite chokes during overclocking and you'll feel the burn in seconds. Proper airflow in that zone is essential.
Liquid cooling helps maintain lower and more stable temperatures, but it reduces airflow in the VRM section. That's why I don't advise it to FX overclockers unless you're a dedicated enthusiast.
I installed an 80MM CPU fan directly on the VRM heatsink to improve air circulation in that area. I secured it with zip ties.