Request Assistance – i7-4790K overheating during stock configuration and overclocking problems.
Request Assistance – i7-4790K overheating during stock configuration and overclocking problems.
The problem lies in the fact that after overclocking, the system becomes stable at certain settings, but once you return to the previously stable state, it stops functioning properly. It fails to boot or log in, and its behavior drops significantly—showing no characteristics it had before, with immediate thermal throttling to 100°C even when it was only at 68°C before.
This behavior appears to stem from confusion about your character settings. You might be switching between different profiles or versions, which can cause unexpected changes. It seems you're either trying to preserve your current configuration or starting fresh, but the system is interpreting it incorrectly. Double-checking your saved options or clearing caches could help resolve the issue.
I was experimenting with pushing the boundaries of the OC, beginning at 4.4GHz and increasing gradually. I found a stable frequency around 4.7GHz with the settings I mentioned, but I wanted to test if I could reach 4.8GHz while keeping temperatures near 68°C. After realizing that hitting 4.8GHz would require a voltage above 1.35 without exceeding it, I returned to earlier stable configurations like 4.7GHz and 1.29. When I adjusted only Vcc, Clock Multi, and Vcore, loading the same values didn’t result in booting. Keeping it manual, I haven’t saved any profiles. I’ve recorded my tests and actions at each step if you’d like to review...
The run has been completed. CMOS cleared, stock values displayed correctly. Be aware of elevated temperatures during testing.
Motherboards can behave unpredictably, and errors often occur. It’s wise to save your profiles as you discover consistent configurations. During adjustments, I create a new profile at each stage, eventually reaching a stable setup after several iterations.
That makes sense, but it doesn’t clarify why under stress tests it reaches 100 degrees while it hasn’t before. I get your point, though I’m shifting attention to another part of my concern. My main question is why thermal throttling occurs at stock prices during a stress test, even though it wasn’t an issue earlier.
It should definitely maintain the chip at 4Ghz even under stress, without any issues
That’s understandable. The throttling you’re seeing could be due to various factors like firmware updates, environmental conditions, or hardware limitations. It’s not uncommon for devices to behave differently after changes. You’re right to question whether the manufacturer’s recommended settings are optimal for your specific setup.