Overclocking configurations for i5 8600k and MSI Z370-A Pro
Overclocking configurations for i5 8600k and MSI Z370-A Pro
Hey guys,
I've seen some videos online but still finding it hard to grasp everything. I'm curious if anyone has done overclocking an i5 8600k with an MSI Z370-A Pro board and could share their adjustments and reasons. In the past, I only overclocked an i7 875k using an old P55 motherboard, just tweaking the multiplier and voltage. Now I see more settings on modern boards, like ATX instructions that prevent full frequency at startup.
Hello Martin,
I’m sharing the same information as in the previous discussion to inform others that the issue is resolved. 😊
The main aim of overclocking is to determine the lowest voltage needed for a specific speed.
First, record your current frequency and voltage during the stress test in your BIOS, setting it to manual mode.
There are two approaches:
1°/ Improved performance:
Start with the original voltage, increase the multiplier until it becomes unstable, then adjust the voltage slightly (increments of 0.025–0.05V) and repeat.
Once a stable frequency is achieved, gradually lower the voltage while maintaining stability.
2°/ Better thermal management:
Maintain the original frequency and reduce the voltage as much as possible until stability is lost.
For both methods, proceed accordingly.
I send the same information as in the previous discussion to inform others that the issue is resolved.
The primary aim of overclocking is to determine the lowest voltage needed for a specific speed.
First, record your current frequency and voltage during stress testing in stock mode within your BIOS.
Then, you have two options:
1°/ Enhanced performance:
Use the original voltage, increase the multiplier until it becomes unstable, then adjust the voltage (increments of 0.025-0.05V) and continue.
Once a stable frequency is achieved, reduce the voltage as much as possible while maintaining stability.
2°/ Improved thermal management:
Maintain the stock frequency and lower the voltage to the extent possible until stability is lost.
After completing adjustments and ensuring stability for your needs, you can reactivate power-saving features such as C-States and set the voltage to adaptive, allowing it to adjust with the load.
Tip: Keep the voltage below 1.38V and temperature under 85°C during testing for regular use.
I can share my settings, but they may vary depending on your configuration.
CPU ratio: 52
Avx offset: -2 (ensuring the processor runs at 5GHz when AVX instructions are active)
CPU Voltage: adaptive + offset (be careful, it might overshoot; adjust gently)
Pairing this with C States and EIST allows voltage to vary according to load.
CPU Voltage: 1.385V
Offset: -0.015V
CPU SA Voltage: 1.18V
CPU IO Voltage: 1.17V
C states: enabled (detect CPU state)
C1E: disabled
EIST: enabled
Combined with C States and Adaptive voltage, frequency can adapt to load.
Turbo boost: disable
Rodolphe.
rodolphe.viard :
I shared the same information as in the previous discussion to inform others that the issue is resolved
😉
The primary objective when overclocking is to determine the lowest voltage needed for a specific speed
First, record your base frequency and the voltage you observe during stress testing.
Set these values in manual mode within your BIOS.
Then, consider these options:
1°/ Enhanced performance:
Using the standard voltage, increase the multiplier until stability breaks, then adjust voltage slightly higher (increments of 0.025-0.05V) and continue.
Once a stable frequency is achieved, reduce the voltage as much as possible while maintaining stability.
2°/ Improved thermal management:
Maintain the original frequency and lower the voltage to the extent possible until stability is lost.
After completing adjustments and ensuring stability for your needs, you can reactivate power-saving modes such as C-States and set the voltage to adaptive, allowing it to adjust with the workload.
Tips: keep the voltage below 1.38V and temperature under 85°C during testing for regular use.
I can provide my own configuration, but it will vary depending on your system.
CPU ratio: 52
Avx offset: -2 (ensuring the processor runs at 5GHz when AVX instructions are active)
CPU Voltage: adaptive + offset (be cautious, as it may overshoot; adjust carefully)
Pair this with C States and EIST to allow voltage changes based on load.
Turbo boost: disable
Rodolphe.
Appreciate your response. I thought I’d share here in case anyone missed the answer – yours is excellent.