Overclocking a i7-7700K
Overclocking a i7-7700K
Most systems support 5Ghz in the air, though performance changes with voltage. Avoid exceeding 1.35v. Some achieve 4.8-9Ghz at 1.2-3v, while others require full power at 4.8Ghz. It seems somewhat by chance that the chip already delivers a high clock rate out of the box. With a H60, you might reach 4.8Ghz without going into the higher range.
Being that that is a 120mm fan, it may not yeild the best results. You may want to get a 240/280mm. However overclocking is not a simple task. It's a trial and error type of thing. You set some values, test it for a bit, and see if you can be successful. Then you go up and find your max. It could take hours, weeks, days. I suggest reading up on it.
Again I would recommend another cooler, like the Notuca D15 or Corsair 100i
Most systems support 5Ghz in the air, though performance changes with voltage. Avoid exceeding 1.35v. Some achieve 4.8-9Ghz at 1.2-3v volts, while others require the full power at 4.8ghz. It seems somewhat by chance that the chip already delivers a high clock rate out of the box. With a H60, you might manage 4.8Ghz and stay in the 70s under load.
Before you begin overclocking, it's worth considering whether it's necessary at all.
Patrick_171 asks if overclocking is necessary before starting to overclock a 7700K. He suggests it only if you need an extra 300MHz for a slight speed boost, noting that reaching 5Ghz requires significant adjustments and luck. He mentions his own experience with the 7700K showing no performance gains in games compared to a stock model, depending on setup and resolution.