Overclocking i7 4790k
Overclocking i7 4790k
Hey there, it's been a while since I pushed the limits with the 4670k and Kraken X61. Now I'm gearing up for my new i7 4790k on the same platform but with stock fans. I'm wondering if ITB is still suitable for stress testing or if I should consider an alternative. I've tried all threads and reached around 72 on cores 2 or 3, which feels a bit high for stock but seems normal for powerful CPUs. What do you think about trying different speeds and voltages?
Danforthewin:
That's pretty typical. They really heat up even when running at stock speeds. You're definitely okay at that temperature.
Alright, what should I focus on adjusting first? I'm planning to start with the multipliers before making changes to my vcore to avoid getting temps too high. My room has been getting warmer since it was cold at first, so my CPU was at 20°C idle now it's around 30°C because it's gotten hotter.
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Whatever your comfort level is, I tend to look for the maximum voltage the stock settings permit, then adjust it manually. After that, I increase the multiplier as much as possible without causing a crash in the benchmark. My 4770k reaches 4.5 at 1.225v. ~80°C max temperature.
Whatever you're okay with. I tend to look for the maximum voltage the stock options let, then adjust it manually. After that, I increase the multiplier as much as possible without hitting a benchmark crash. My 4770k reaches 4.5 at 1.225v. ~80°C max temperature.
Whatever you're okay with, I prefer to reach the maximum voltage the stock allows, then adjust it manually. After that, I increase the multiplier as high as possible without hitting a benchmark crash. My 4770k reaches 4.5 at 1.225v, around 80°C max. Is this acceptable? What settings would work if it is? All the threads are okay? And which temperature readings should I use, preferably real temp?
Anthony AKA Salmon :
danforthewin :
Whatever your comfort level is, I aim to reach the maximum voltage supported by the stock configurations, then manually adjust it. After that, I increase the multiplier as much as possible without hitting a benchmark crash. My 4770k reaches 4.5 at 1.225v, with around 80°C max temperature.
Is ITB acceptable? What settings would work if it is? All extremes and normal ranges—every thread should be covered. Should I monitor my temperatures using realtemp?
Yes, sorry! I meant to express the highest voltage achieved by auto settings or the upper limit within stock clock configurations. It should stay around 1.2v. I use Intel Burn In Test for stress tests, and an open hardware monitor or HWmonitor for tracking temps.
danforthewin :
Anthony AKA Salmon :
danforthewin :
Whatever you're comfortable with. I like to find the highest voltage the stock settings will allow, then set that voltage manually. Then I just take the multiplier up as high as I can without crashing in a benchmark. My 4770k hits 4.5 at 1.225v. ~80c max temp.
Is ITB fine? And what settings if so? Extreme, normal and so on and all threads right? And what should I montior my temps with, realtemp?
Yes, sorry! I worded that badly. I meant to say the highest voltage achieved by auto settings, or otherwise the highest the voltage will go within stock clock settings. It should be in the 1.2v range if I'm not mistaken. I use intel burn in test for stress testing, and open hardware monitor or HWmonitor for monitoring temps.
What do you go on ITB? Extreme or normal and so on? And is RealTemp fine? I mean I got them both but Realtemp is easier imo
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Ok, So I went for 4.3Ghz with stock volts and it worked perfectly, pushing higher with stock voltage, one concern is that on my motherboard there is no manual setting on vcore. So I went with auto, techyescity did a vid for i5 4670/90k and had it on auto, does auto work like manual or what should I choose? I can choose auto and some other settings too, I think override one was called.
Anthony AKA Salmon:
I tried 4.3Ghz with stock volts and it performed well, especially with higher voltage settings. I noticed my motherboard doesn’t have a manual vcore option, so I opted for auto. Techyescity recorded a video of an i5 4670/90k running on auto, but I’m unsure if auto is as stable as manual. I can still choose auto and tweak other settings, possibly using override one. Auto seems suitable for light overclocks, though it tends to be inconsistent. A more extreme boost usually needs constant voltage. You might want to disable some BIOS power states for better control. There are many guides available for overclocking the 4770k/4790k.