Overclocking guide for newbies
Overclocking guide for newbies
Hi guys,
I bought this PC for my friend and just wanted to check your thoughts.
Is it suitable for about five years of gaming? Also, will there be any difference in overclocking between the i7 6700K stock, 4.7ghz, 32gb RAM stock, and 3800mhz?
Also, what’s the maximum possible GHz you can get for those three components?
EDIT: I didn’t want to buy a water cooler like the H110i because this air cooler is quieter.
I don't understand how much can change in just five years, and I can't foresee the future. I think it will still be possible to play games in five years, though I have no idea how well. The CPU and GPU overclocking will affect performance depending on the game. It's unlikely you'll be able to reach 4 sticks of RAM at 3800mhz on a Z170 board. Not all 6700k components are the same; some might reach 4.7ghz with little voltage, while others won't. Most 1080s will reach at least 2000mhz, but just like the CPU, not every 1080 is the same—some will be higher, others not.
If you're wondering if it will last five years without failing, yes, it should. Probably even longer if you manage the temperatures well.
I don't understand how much can change in just five years, and I can't foresee the future accurately. I think it's likely you'll still be able to play games in five years, though I have no idea how well. The CPU and GPU overclocking will affect performance depending on the game. It's unlikely you'll be able to reach 4 sticks of RAM at 3800mhz on a Z170 board. Not all 6700k components are equal—some might hit 4.7ghz with little voltage, while others won't. Most 1080s will reach at least 2000mhz, but just like the CPU, not every 1080 is the same; some will perform better and others not.
If you're wondering if it will last five years without failing, yes, it should. Probably even longer than that, as long as temperatures stay under control.
I don't like water coolers much either; good air coolers can match performance without the loud pump noise.