question about overclocking and cpu cooler
question about overclocking and cpu cooler
Hello there! I have two queries regarding my CPU and its cooler.
Currently, I have an Intel Pentium G3258 running at 4.0 GHz on 1.350 V, which is operating smoothly even after an hour of Prime95.
However, when I attempt to boost the multiplier to 41 or 42, the system crashes during Windows login or near the welcome screen. (Note: I also tried increasing the voltage to 1.375, but that didn’t help.)
I’m wondering if I’ve hit the CPU’s maximum capacity or if there are any settings I can adjust to slightly improve performance.
My second question is about my Deep Cool Gabriel low-profile CPU cooler. I use it to cool my CPU more effectively than the stock heatsink. I’m curious about the potential improvement, or whether upgrading to a Corsair SP120 and swapping the fan would yield any noticeable gains.
PC specifications include: Pentium G3258, Msi H81M P33 Board, Windisk 500 GB HDD, Hi level 120 GB SSD, MSI GTX 950, 4+8 GB Hi level 1333 MHz DDR3, Xigmatek X-Calibre 500W PSU, Zalman T3 Case with two extra fans installed.
I don't believe the fan will make much difference. A larger or higher-quality heatsink could be more beneficial. Regardless, the 2C/2T G3258 doesn't seem worth the investment in my opinion. It really depends on your needs, but today's games demand at least four CPU threads. If you're gaming, I'd recommend a system with quad-threaded processors, whether it's a 4th-gen i5 or a 7th-gen Pentium/i3.
Kaby Lake offers hyper-threaded Pentiums that aren't available yet but can be pre-ordered from some stores. You can check them here:
https://www-ssl.intel.com/content/www/us...essor.html
For the best performance with your G3258, spending $70 to $100 on a premium cooler might be better used for a multi-threaded CPU.
Thank you for the explanation about the fan adjustment, I'll remember that. My temperatures were significantly higher than acceptable, even reaching 29°C and around 65 during gaming. I'm curious if this would provide further improvement beyond what I have now, though I think it might be a bit excessive. Considering the cost, I might try upgrading to a 1151p DDR4 system. Regarding the CPU, I don't feel the need to invest in one since I already own it. With the current prices in my country, I doubt I can afford a new processor with better performance. I was thinking about increasing the clock speed slightly, as I've been limited to 4.0 GHz. Raising the voltage didn't help, and temperatures stayed within a safe range. Appreciate your feedback.