Ryzen 1600 3.7
Ryzen 1600 3.7
I'm testing my CPU with a Ryzen 5 1600. Running at 3.7ghz using the stock cooler at 1.275 volts.
CPU model: R5 1600
Motherboard: ASRock AB350m Pro 4
RAM: Crucial Ballistix 2400 (2x4gb)
Power Supply: EVGA 600B
GPU: Radeon 7950
Current cooler is working. Maximum temperature stays under 74°C during Intel CPU stress, which seems safe. At idle it's around 30°C, but games push it into the 40s to 50s. I'm considering upgrading to a better cooler. When I increased voltage to 3.8 at that voltage, the board likely shut down completely—I could press the power button and restart without issues. It looks like the board has built-in protection against overheating. Future plans include possible water cooling with an H60 later.
74 Degrees is completely fine for the CPU. If you begin exceeding 85°C, I’d think about lowering the clock speed a bit. Still, it’s perfectly safe.
Because when I pushed the Intel CPU, it actually reduced power consumption. I might want to check the BIOS. I have a cooler Master Storm Scout. I've ordered two 120 fans for side use and a 140mm fan for the top, which could work as an intake or blowhole exhaust. I'm also more accustomed to overclocking older FX CPUs that didn't exceed 60 MHz. I had a V6 GT in push-pull mode that was manageable. Perhaps I should upgrade to a 212 Evo.
Oh, I understand. When I increased the stress on the Intel CPU, it actually reduced power consumption. I might need to check the BIOS. I have a cooler Master Storm Scout. I ordered two 120 fans for the side and a 140mm fan for the top, which could work as an intake or blowhole exhaust. I’m also used to overclocking older FX CPUs that didn’t exceed 60 MHz. I had a V6 GT in push-pull mode that was manageable. Perhaps I should upgrade to a 212 Evo. Maybe you could consider buying one, but since you’re adding many new fans, it doesn’t seem clear yet—unless it’s improving power efficiency and reducing temperatures.
I believe at around 3.8 I observed it approaching 83. Based on the most recent HWMonitor data. When I mention cutting power, I mean the display went dark during the stress test, yet the system remained active. Essentially, the screen, lights, and fans continued to operate. If I turned it off by holding the power button, it shut completely, then came back on, displayed a message, and managed to enter the BIOS to adjust the clock slightly.
I also recalled reading that 1.28 was suggested for 3.8, so I tried adjusting my voltage manually, understanding you can safely reach up to 1.4. However, it appears the system doesn’t allow going beyond approximately 1.2775 if I recall correctly. Unfortunately, I’m not in front of the setup.
Here’s the board I’m currently using. It came from Micrcoenter with a two-year warranty.
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.a...6813157762
This is the model I have now. A bit outdated, but still functional. It includes a front intake fan and rear exhaust. I plan to add two side panel fans and a 140mm upgrade at the top to replace the original.
https://www.amazon.com/CM-Storm-Scout-Co...incepin-20
The power supply is the EVGA 600B, delivering 49 amps on the 12V rail—though it’s not the most powerful PSU. For a 65-watt CPU, it should suffice, and a 7950 would likely provide ample capacity.
I believe at 3.8 I observed it approaching 83 according to the most recent HWMonitor data. When I mentioned cutting power, I meant the screen went black during the stress test, yet the system remained active. In other words, the display, lights, and fans continued to spin. If I powered down by holding the power button, it shut completely off, then turned back on, displayed a message, and managed to enter the BIOS to adjust the clock slightly.
I also noticed that I had read 1.28 was recommended for 3.8, so I tried manually adjusting my voltage at that level, knowing you can safely reach 1.4. However, it appears the system doesn’t allow going beyond around 1.2775 if I recall correctly. I’m not currently in front of the system.
Here’s the board I’m using now. It came from Micrcoenter with a two-year warranty.
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.a...6813157762
This is the model I have at the moment. A few years old but still functional. It has a front intake fan and rear exhaust. I plan to add two side panel fans and a 140mm upgrade to the top to replace the original.
https://www.amazon.com/CM-Storm-Scout-Co...incepin-20
The power supply is the EVGA 600B, delivering 49 amps on the 12V rail if I remember correctly. It’s not the most powerful PSU, but it should handle a 65-watt CPU and a 7950 would think it’s sufficient.
Hmm, okay. That did seem quite unusual, and I agree with you—it seems the PSU might not be providing enough power. Maybe there’s an issue with the MOBO or something similar. It’s unlikely the PSU is the problem, so that was probably a strange occurrence.
Yeah, I'm going to try it out. It looks like the board had a setting to stop overheating, so maybe the CPU is getting too close to 75 degrees or higher and shutting it down. My case fans are all linked through the old Molex connectors, which could explain why they kept running but the board would cut them off.
Ohio_grad_2006:
Yeah, I'll experiment with it. It seems the board had a setting to stop overheating, so maybe the CPU is getting hit by temperatures above 75 degrees and shutting down. My case fans are all linked through the old Molex connectors, which could explain why they stay on but the board turns off.
Yeah, that's likely. Just try a bit. Hope I can assist with something! 😊
If you have questions, start a new thread. I believe my fans are traveling slowly from China. They came from eBay for $5 for two 120mm drives, and five for the 140mm ones. I can't complain about the price. However, I'd rather spend my money on a new SSD. I installed mine in my wife's laptop, and you can see the difference when using the standard old hard drive, haha.
ohiou_grad_2006 :
If I have questions I'll create a new thread. I think my fans are on a slow boat from china. Got them from ebay 5 bucks for 2 120mm, and 5 I think for the 140mm. So I can't complain on price lol. But would rather spend my money for a new ssd. I put mine in my wife's laptop, and you can feel the difference when using the standard old hard drive haha.
xD yeah, there`s a pretty big diffrence between SSDs and Hardrives Lol. Hope you get a SSD soon tho. Also, that price is VERy cheap, almost makes them look bad or something.