Overclocking isn't possible when Windows 10 fails to start.
Overclocking isn't possible when Windows 10 fails to start.
I increased the overclock to 4GHz step by step, but when I saved and restarted it reported an error saying "previous overclock setting failed." I tried adjusting the voltage gradually until I reached 1.2V, where I encountered a boot-time error in Windows. It offered me an option to self-repair or revert back to the working settings. I was worried I might have damaged my PC.
Overclocks might be just right to pass the Bios test but not strong enough to fully restart the operating system. This can lead to corruption, so it's best to allow the OS to handle the repair (this usually works).
SirLipe :
drkatz42 shares insights on overclocking stability. Some systems pass the BIOS but fail to boot the OS reliably. Corruption might happen, so letting the OS attempt repair is often the best approach—it usually works. The issue lies in the variability of chips; even with identical components, performance can differ widely. This phenomenon is known as the silicon lottery, where each chip's quality varies and overclocking isn't guaranteed. Just because one chip reaches a certain speed doesn't ensure the next will do the same.
CelicaGT shared insights with drkatz42 about overclocking stability. They noted that while some systems passed the BIOS test, they weren't fully stable enough to boot the OS properly. Corruption might happen, so letting the system attempt repairs is usually effective. The variability in chip quality means each one behaves differently, making consistent results impossible.
SirLipe discussed how overclocking stability varies widely depending on hardware specifics. They noted that even with identical motherboards, CPUs, and coolers, performance differences remain significant. This inconsistency is due to the variability in chip quality, making it impossible to guarantee consistent results. The process is often referred to as the silicon lottery, where each chip's characteristics are unpredictable. High-end chips tend to be fully functional, while lower-end ones may have issues or be partially disabled. The rules governing overclocking are flexible, leading to inconsistent outcomes based on demand and availability.
Ah, so here's the rest of your G3258 story. You didn't have to start a new thread.
I would try these settings next:
Core [email protected]
Cache 3.2 @1.15V
Load-Line Calibration: High
Keep us posted
scuzzycard :
Ah, so here's the rest of your G3258 story. You didn't have to start a new thread.
I would try these settings next:
Core [email protected]
Cache 3.2 @1.15V
Load-Line Calibration: High
Keep us posted
First of all thank you for your replies. I've managed to get to 3,9GHz and 1,200V and I've been running a stress test for 2h and 50min so its looking good i guess
scuzzycard :
Ah, so here's the rest of your G3258 story. You didn't have to start a new thread.
I would try these settings next:
Core [email protected]
Cache 3.2 @1.15V
Load-Line Calibration: High
Keep us posted
I am currently stable at 4.0GHz and 1.250V