Overclocking laptop 1050TI and undervolting 7700hq
Overclocking laptop 1050TI and undervolting 7700hq
Hi there!
I’m just starting out with PC gaming and got this laptop: Acer Aspire A715-71G with an i7 7700hq, GTX 1050ti, and 8GB RAM. I want to make it better for games. People say changing the CPU voltage a bit can help with heat and let you run the GPU faster. Since I’ve never done this before, could you give me a simple guide? Also, tell me how much I should lower or speed up the CPU and GPU, like I’m explaining it to a five-year-old. Thanks a lot!
The deal with undervolting is effective, but it may lead to instability and crashes if overdone. Therefore, it’s best to install the Intel Extreme Tuning Utility. This tool offers numerous settings. You should easily locate the CPU voltage adjustment there. The challenge lies in reducing the voltage and then performing a stress test. Continue this process until you see signs of instability, then gradually increase it slightly. It requires some time.
Regarding video overclocking, I’d advise against it. The thermal capacity you gain from the CPU will be offset by the graphics load. If you’re determined, MSI Afterburner is a solid choice—it’s user-friendly and uses simple sliders.
The approach with undervolting is effective, but it may lead to instability and crashes if overdone. Therefore, it's advisable to install the Intel Extreme Tuning Utility. This tool offers numerous settings. Locating the CPU voltage adjustment should be straightforward within it. The main challenge lies in reducing the voltage and then conducting a stress test. Continue this process until you observe any issues, then gradually increase it slightly. It requires some patience.
Regarding overclocking the video card, I recommend against it. The thermal capacity you gain from the CPU will be offset by the heat generated by the graphics. If you're determined, MSI Afterburner is a useful tool with intuitive controls. Adjustments are made via sliders, and you should keep increasing until instability appears before making minor reductions.
All components connected to a heatsink typically share the same 2-3 heat pipes. Heat from one part can affect another. If you experience discomfort, consider raising the graphics settings to the default desktop configuration. I recall my 1060 in my laptop ran at 100 MHz below the standard desktop rate. After increasing it, I didn’t notice significant changes. Additionally, instead of adjusting CPU voltage, I replaced the original thermal paste with a higher-quality one and applied it correctly. My temperatures on the 7700HQ and 1060 models are now higher than those on a desktop, but they remain stable under heavy synthetic loads (around 80-85°C max). In gaming, my temps reach about 80 if playing intense VR games, while normal games stay around 75-78°C.
There are various speed and voltage options available, or you can opt for a physical solution. Either method will be beneficial. If you prefer the thermal paste upgrade, searching YouTube for tutorials on your specific model is a good idea. These resources exist and the process is manageable. It demands careful handling.