Overclocking R9 390 and i7-4790k models
Overclocking R9 390 and i7-4790k models
Hey there,
Just finished a fresh build and thought about CPU and GPU overclocking options. Here’s what I have:
PSU: EVGA SUPRNOVA 750G2 80G FM
MOBO: Gigabyte GA-Z97X-UD3H
CPU: Intel® i7-4790K 4.0 GHz
Graphics: SAPPHIRE NITRO Radeon R9 390
Memory: CORSAIR Vengeance Pro 16GB (2 x 8GB) 240-Pin SDRAM DDR3 2400
HDD: Western Digital WD Blue WD10EZEX 1TB 64MB Cache
SSD: Corsair Force LS Series CSSD-F240GBLS 2.5" 240GB
Games I plan to play:
- Battlefield 4 (1440p, High Settings if possible), and GTA V.
Regarding overclocking:
CPU – Would it really be needed? If yes, what voltage and speed settings are suggested?
GPU – Same question, and which tool should I use: Sapphire Trixx or MSI Afterburner? Any recommendations on speed and voltage?
Thanks!
It shouldn't be required to boost your i7-4790k or r9 390. My i5-4690k performed well alongside my 970 at the standard 3.5GHz speed, and your processor is more powerful right out of the box than mine.
The only reason I pushed my 4690k to 4.4GHz was because I have a suitable motherboard, cooler, and power supply that can manage an overclock, and I enjoy experimenting with my hardware. It's not necessary.
It shouldn't be required to boost your i7-4790k or r9 390. My i5-4690k performed well alongside my 970 at the standard 3.5GHz speed, and your processor is more powerful right out of the box than mine.
The only reason I pushed my 4690k to 4.4GHz was because I have a suitable motherboard, cooler, and power supply that can manage an overclock, and I enjoy experimenting with my hardware. It's not necessary.