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Overclocking old CPU

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mic917
Junior Member
5
11-24-2016, 12:54 AM
#1
Hello, I found out that my CPU is not enough good to run everything, lack of speed.
I have Intel core 2 duo - E8200 @ 2.66 GHz
FSB 1333 MHz
VCORE 1,152 V
Mobo : Asus p5k
Is there anything else you I need to know before?
I have stock cooler.
I dont need high frequencies, just more than 2,66 without any problems like heat or high voltage.
PS: I have 2x 2GB AND 2X 1GB DDR2 SDRAM ....is it problem?
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mic917
11-24-2016, 12:54 AM #1

Hello, I found out that my CPU is not enough good to run everything, lack of speed.
I have Intel core 2 duo - E8200 @ 2.66 GHz
FSB 1333 MHz
VCORE 1,152 V
Mobo : Asus p5k
Is there anything else you I need to know before?
I have stock cooler.
I dont need high frequencies, just more than 2,66 without any problems like heat or high voltage.
PS: I have 2x 2GB AND 2X 1GB DDR2 SDRAM ....is it problem?

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Magic_Wolf_
Senior Member
530
11-24-2016, 04:48 AM
#2
Would you like to know what adjustments to make? What clock speeds should I consider? What maximum temperatures are acceptable? I just increased the base clock. However, OC'ing can become quite complicated. It’s best to look for an online guide. For example: http://www.legionhardware.com/articles_p...ide,1.html. Heat depends on many other factors, so monitor temperatures with a tool like Real Temp. Particularly with the original cooler, which isn’t built for the extra heat from OC'ing. Once you feel confident in overclocking, I recommend getting an aftermarket cooler such as a Cooler Master 212 EVO or a CRYORIG H7.
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Magic_Wolf_
11-24-2016, 04:48 AM #2

Would you like to know what adjustments to make? What clock speeds should I consider? What maximum temperatures are acceptable? I just increased the base clock. However, OC'ing can become quite complicated. It’s best to look for an online guide. For example: http://www.legionhardware.com/articles_p...ide,1.html. Heat depends on many other factors, so monitor temperatures with a tool like Real Temp. Particularly with the original cooler, which isn’t built for the extra heat from OC'ing. Once you feel confident in overclocking, I recommend getting an aftermarket cooler such as a Cooler Master 212 EVO or a CRYORIG H7.

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Sulty_
Junior Member
5
11-26-2016, 04:41 AM
#3
You won't see significant performance gains from that CPU even after overclocking. Without an unlocked multiplier, the only option is to raise the base clock by a few hundred MHz. However, the standard cooler might struggle to manage the extra heat. Still, give it a shot if you're curious.
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Sulty_
11-26-2016, 04:41 AM #3

You won't see significant performance gains from that CPU even after overclocking. Without an unlocked multiplier, the only option is to raise the base clock by a few hundred MHz. However, the standard cooler might struggle to manage the extra heat. Still, give it a shot if you're curious.

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coolkiefer12
Member
74
11-26-2016, 06:39 AM
#4
What clock speed should I consider trying?
What maximum temperatures are acceptable?
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coolkiefer12
11-26-2016, 06:39 AM #4

What clock speed should I consider trying?
What maximum temperatures are acceptable?

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CloseToToast
Member
125
11-26-2016, 10:06 AM
#5
Would you like to know what adjustments to make? What clock speeds should I consider? What maximum temperatures are acceptable? I just increased the base clock, but overclocking can become more complicated. It’s best to look for an online guide. For example: http://www.legionhardware.com/articles_p...ide,1.html. Heat depends on many other factors, so monitor temperatures with a tool like Real Temp, particularly with the original cooler which isn’t built for extra heat from overclocking. Once you feel confident, I recommend an aftermarket cooler such as a Cooler Master 212 EVO or a CRYORIG H7.
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CloseToToast
11-26-2016, 10:06 AM #5

Would you like to know what adjustments to make? What clock speeds should I consider? What maximum temperatures are acceptable? I just increased the base clock, but overclocking can become more complicated. It’s best to look for an online guide. For example: http://www.legionhardware.com/articles_p...ide,1.html. Heat depends on many other factors, so monitor temperatures with a tool like Real Temp, particularly with the original cooler which isn’t built for extra heat from overclocking. Once you feel confident, I recommend an aftermarket cooler such as a Cooler Master 212 EVO or a CRYORIG H7.