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Overclocking AMD FX-6300

Overclocking AMD FX-6300

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PhilZstar
Member
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11-18-2016, 04:38 PM
#1
Hello tom'sHardware community...
...I’m new around here, so please forgive any confusion—I’m just trying to understand better.
...I’m curious if it’s feasible to boost my CPU to a minimum of 4.0 GHz from its current stock speed of 3.5 GHz. Below are my specifications:
CPU: AMD FX-6300 Six Core Processor
GPU: AMD Radeon R7 240 2GB
Clock Speed (factory set): 3.50 GHz
RAM: 8 GB DDR3
Fan Speed (stock): 3722 RPM > --I’m not entirely sure about this...
I realize this might not be enough detail, but I’m just beginning to explore this area.
Could I reach a maximum of 4.0 GHz?
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PhilZstar
11-18-2016, 04:38 PM #1

Hello tom'sHardware community...
...I’m new around here, so please forgive any confusion—I’m just trying to understand better.
...I’m curious if it’s feasible to boost my CPU to a minimum of 4.0 GHz from its current stock speed of 3.5 GHz. Below are my specifications:
CPU: AMD FX-6300 Six Core Processor
GPU: AMD Radeon R7 240 2GB
Clock Speed (factory set): 3.50 GHz
RAM: 8 GB DDR3
Fan Speed (stock): 3722 RPM > --I’m not entirely sure about this...
I realize this might not be enough detail, but I’m just beginning to explore this area.
Could I reach a maximum of 4.0 GHz?

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OMG_ItzFLAMBY
Junior Member
21
11-18-2016, 05:37 PM
#2
I would suggest ignoring the overclocking.
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OMG_ItzFLAMBY
11-18-2016, 05:37 PM #2

I would suggest ignoring the overclocking.

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Faboboro
Member
74
11-24-2016, 06:03 PM
#3
Details about the crucial component are absent; the main board relies heavily on it, and proper cooling is essential.
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Faboboro
11-24-2016, 06:03 PM #3

Details about the crucial component are absent; the main board relies heavily on it, and proper cooling is essential.

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KarlieCool
Junior Member
12
11-25-2016, 01:07 AM
#4
CountMike shared details about the crucial component missing, noting that the motherboard is essential for most of the setup and proper cooling. The board model is 760GM-P23(FX) (MS-7641) (CPU1), with idle temperatures at 42°C. He is uncertain about the fan type since it comes standard.
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KarlieCool
11-25-2016, 01:07 AM #4

CountMike shared details about the crucial component missing, noting that the motherboard is essential for most of the setup and proper cooling. The board model is 760GM-P23(FX) (MS-7641) (CPU1), with idle temperatures at 42°C. He is uncertain about the fan type since it comes standard.

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cor_bear
Member
246
11-25-2016, 09:40 AM
#5
I would suggest ignoring the overclocking.
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cor_bear
11-25-2016, 09:40 AM #5

I would suggest ignoring the overclocking.

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Max16Def
Member
61
11-25-2016, 04:24 PM
#6
CountMike would suggest ignoring the overclock idea and asks for clarification on why he thinks it's the best approach.
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Max16Def
11-25-2016, 04:24 PM #6

CountMike would suggest ignoring the overclock idea and asks for clarification on why he thinks it's the best approach.