Q8200 Overclock help
Q8200 Overclock help
Hello everyone,
I want to know if it's safe to overclock the Q8200 2,33 up to at least 2.6 or 2.7 with these specifications:
(I'm not asking for a tutorial, just checking safety)
Q8200 2,33GHz
Asus P5KS-E mobo
4GB DDR2
MSI Twin FROST II GTX470 1280mb
LC Power LC600H-12 V2.31, PFC
1TB HDD
As the stock cools down, I don't suggest adjusting the voltage, as this won't require much from the PSU. However, a 600W power supply is sufficient for overclocking. I'm not entirely confident about its quality, and considering its age, it might not be prudent to push too hard. You should start thinking about an upgrade—you've missed out on an entire DDR generation, which is significant. The GTX470 also hasn't received the expected DX12 support, so newer games or game engines won't run smoothly on it.
Well, safety depends on the situation. With enough CPU cooling and a capable motherboard (it seems to have good heatsinks), adding a few hundred megahertz shouldn't be too tough. The main concern would be keeping the system stable if you don't change the voltage settings.
As the stock cools down, I don't suggest adjusting the voltage, as this won't require much from the PSU. However, a 600W power supply is sufficient for overclocking. I'm not entirely confident about its quality, and considering its age, it might not be prudent to push too hard. You should start thinking about an upgrade—you've missed out on an entire DDR generation, which is significant. The GTX470 also hasn't received the expected DX12 support, so newer games or game engines won't run smoothly on it.
My finances are quite tight. I've had the CPU for three months now, and the GTX470 for a month... That means I tend to stick with the older models. I've discovered some improved coolers and will consider that in the future! Thanks a lot for your help!