F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Recently added 5600x isn't activating the base clock.

Recently added 5600x isn't activating the base clock.

Recently added 5600x isn't activating the base clock.

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powerguy67
Member
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06-04-2021, 04:05 AM
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I have a motherboard from THIS system with a F65 BIOS (supporting Zen 3), powered by a 650W PSU running Windows 10, version 3060 TI FE. It was a minor upgrade from the 1800x model and ran smoothly without any issues. After installing the CPU I had been preparing for months, I reset the BIOS to default settings. I tested Cinebench and got a disappointing score, with the reported frequency capping at 2.15GHz. My temperatures stayed below 50°C according to HWinfo. When I tried overclocking in BIOS, it reached 4.4GHz per core without problems. The Cinebench improved to around 1900, which is expected. However, I’m not keen on pushing the overclock due to high electricity costs in the UK—bills are up 60% year-on-year. I’m considering lowering power consumption by switching to an ECO mode at 45W or adjusting voltage settings to save energy, rather than increasing power draw. Every time I revert to auto, the system stalls at 2.15GHz. In Task Manager the base clock shows 3.7GHz but it never reaches it, even during Cinebench stress tests. I just want a standard boost without an all-core overclock. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
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powerguy67
06-04-2021, 04:05 AM #1

I have a motherboard from THIS system with a F65 BIOS (supporting Zen 3), powered by a 650W PSU running Windows 10, version 3060 TI FE. It was a minor upgrade from the 1800x model and ran smoothly without any issues. After installing the CPU I had been preparing for months, I reset the BIOS to default settings. I tested Cinebench and got a disappointing score, with the reported frequency capping at 2.15GHz. My temperatures stayed below 50°C according to HWinfo. When I tried overclocking in BIOS, it reached 4.4GHz per core without problems. The Cinebench improved to around 1900, which is expected. However, I’m not keen on pushing the overclock due to high electricity costs in the UK—bills are up 60% year-on-year. I’m considering lowering power consumption by switching to an ECO mode at 45W or adjusting voltage settings to save energy, rather than increasing power draw. Every time I revert to auto, the system stalls at 2.15GHz. In Task Manager the base clock shows 3.7GHz but it never reaches it, even during Cinebench stress tests. I just want a standard boost without an all-core overclock. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

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duang_luo
Member
72
06-09-2021, 06:55 AM
#2
Check if your voltage settings match the required values. Updated on May 20, 2022 by Mel0nMan
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duang_luo
06-09-2021, 06:55 AM #2

Check if your voltage settings match the required values. Updated on May 20, 2022 by Mel0nMan

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adricrono
Junior Member
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06-09-2021, 08:55 AM
#3
The instructions were interpreted incorrectly, but 3060 is correct. All voltages are configured as Auto.
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adricrono
06-09-2021, 08:55 AM #3

The instructions were interpreted incorrectly, but 3060 is correct. All voltages are configured as Auto.

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Repertition
Member
186
06-14-2021, 11:10 PM
#4
Sure, just remember to verify the readings.
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Repertition
06-14-2021, 11:10 PM #4

Sure, just remember to verify the readings.

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timo_1892
Senior Member
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06-14-2021, 11:51 PM
#5
I adjusted my earlier settings but didn’t make them clear enough. They’re using Auto mode. I need stock behavior; initially I considered just setting a Vcore offset once the chip functions properly. Yes, everything should be at auto.
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timo_1892
06-14-2021, 11:51 PM #5

I adjusted my earlier settings but didn’t make them clear enough. They’re using Auto mode. I need stock behavior; initially I considered just setting a Vcore offset once the chip functions properly. Yes, everything should be at auto.

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MightyMitchel
Junior Member
47
06-15-2021, 08:24 AM
#6
If it isn’t functioning properly, making small adjustments won’t significantly reduce your electricity costs unless you use the device at full capacity all the time.
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MightyMitchel
06-15-2021, 08:24 AM #6

If it isn’t functioning properly, making small adjustments won’t significantly reduce your electricity costs unless you use the device at full capacity all the time.

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Cianide24
Junior Member
29
06-15-2021, 08:56 AM
#7
I get it, but I’m still hesitant about accepting something average. It’s a brand new chip, and I’d prefer to lower the voltage instead of pushing it too hard. Definitely doable!
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Cianide24
06-15-2021, 08:56 AM #7

I get it, but I’m still hesitant about accepting something average. It’s a brand new chip, and I’d prefer to lower the voltage instead of pushing it too hard. Definitely doable!

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UltiMaxus
Junior Member
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07-05-2021, 09:30 PM
#8
I solved it! I adjusted the maximum CPU usage in the power plan settings a few months back, before the costs spiked.
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UltiMaxus
07-05-2021, 09:30 PM #8

I solved it! I adjusted the maximum CPU usage in the power plan settings a few months back, before the costs spiked.