overclocking msi gtx 1060 oc 1
overclocking msi gtx 1060 oc 1
I recently acquired an MSI 1060 OC1 and am looking to properly overclock it. Having watched some tutorials and read about it, I think a more direct approach would be better. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. My current setup is at 2158mhz, which works well with Valve BM for an hour, but that’s where I’m stopping now.
2158 MHz is an incredible overclock, good job!
My advice is to check the temperatures during gaming. I wouldn't feel safe if temps get anywhere above 75C. Also, set the fan speed at max if you haven't already ( this will create so much more noise but if you have headphones you probably can't hear it anyway). Also, to make sure the overclock is stable, you should run a stress test for 20 mins or more and see if it is stable or not(means no crashing or artifacts) . If it isn't, turn down that overclock a little
2158 MHz is an incredible overclock, good job!
My advice is to check the temperatures during gaming. I wouldn't feel safe if temps get anywhere above 75C. Also, set the fan speed at max if you haven't already ( this will create so much more noise but if you have headphones you probably can't hear it anyway). Also, to make sure the overclock is stable, you should run a stress test for 20 mins or more and see if it is stable or not(means no crashing or artifacts) . If it isn't, turn down that overclock a little
The overclock at 2158 MHz is impressive, great work! I recommend monitoring temperatures while gaming; I wouldn't feel secure if they exceed 75°C. If you haven't already, increase the fan speed to maximum for better cooling. To ensure stability, run a stress test for at least 20 minutes and check for crashes or artifacts. If it doesn’t work, lower the overclock slightly.
I’m not confident in Val-bm’s advice and my own overclocking skills. I tried it yesterday—my fans are at auto and reach 68°C. My case has seven 120mm fans. I also have an air conditioner nearby, which keeps the room cool. I haven’t adjusted the memory clock yet, so I hope it performs well.
For accurate clock speeds, I’m looking for alternative programs or more reliable data. Also, everything is at maximum settings (1080p), which is what my monitor supports.
(Update: After retesting, I found the core clock was actually 2164MHZ and crashed; I reduced it to 2151MHZ and it seems stable now. I plan to test for 1.5–2 hours to confirm stability. Should I keep fans at full speed or set them to auto?)
At auto, the fans will spin based on temperature (likely at maximum with that setup), so it should remain consistent if you set it to max. You can still do it just to be safe, that's what I would do.
MSI, Afterburner, GPU-Z are all dependable tools, so the fans should go from 60% to 80% on auto, which is a reasonable level but will become audible at 100%. It doesn't exceed 68°C, probably because of good case airflow. I have two fans out of six, and I'm using Afterburner. My RAM is now over 4600, though the exact number isn't clear, but it's working much better than expected (not as good as my 980ti) but still functional. The issue might be that they can't handle the high temperatures due to undercutting the 1070 and 1080, or I might need a different model.
At auto, the fans will spin based on temperature (likely at their maximum with that setup), so it should remain consistent if you set it to max. You can still do it just to be safe, as I would. It's actually advised to have more intake fans than exhaust fans—it reduces dust entering your PC and enhances cooling performance. MSI, Afterburner, GPU-Z are all trustworthy tools, so setting the fans between 60% and 80% on auto is reasonable, which is quiet enough but noticeable at 100%. It rarely exceeds 68°C, probably due to good case airflow. I have two fans out of six, using Afterburner, and my RAM is above 4600 MHz—performance is much better than expected (though not as strong as my 980Ti). However, some models limit fan speed because they undercut the 1070/1080 speeds.
It is advised to use additional intake fans so that less dust enters your computer.