s about overclocking i3-8350k
s about overclocking i3-8350k
This might seem a bit confusing, but I'm just starting out with overclocking and I don't want anything to fail.
My current setup includes:
CPU: i3-8350k
Cooler: H110i (280mm Rad)
RAM: 2x8GB @ 3000MHz
Motherboard: MSI z370 Gaming Pro AC
I followed a YouTube tutorial (youtu.be/oi8vb-sg-ks) that suggested setting the core voltage to 1.325V for stable booting. But when I ran Cinebench R15 at 5GHz, it crashed. However, I'm currently running at 1.325V with the CPU-Z reading 1.336V, and everything is working smoothly—Cinebench performed well and Aida64 didn't crash during two 30-minute sessions. Temperatures stayed around 55-57°C under load.
I'm wondering if these settings are safe or if I might be risking my CPU. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Each CPU is unique, some perform better when overclocked than others, yours could be slightly superior to the one showcased by a YouTuber. It might be wise to conduct additional stress tests using various programs to ensure stability. Half-hour tests may not be enough, but if you're experiencing no crashes and maintaining normal temperatures, you're in good shape.
Each CPU is unique, some perform better when overclocked than others, yours could be slightly superior to the one showcased by a YouTuber. It might be wise to conduct additional stress tests using various programs to ensure stability. Half-hour tests may not be enough, but if you're experiencing no crashes and maintaining normal temperatures, you're in good shape.
Supernova mentioned that every CPU behaves differently. For my gaming rig, about 30 minutes is enough to feel stable. I usually run Prime95 Small FFT (version 26.6 to avoid AVX) and prefer AIDA64. If you're looking for maximum stability, you might need several hours or even a full day. In my opinion, it's not worth stressing the CPU unless you're playing for extended periods. I don't usually play for more than an hour at a time—just for fun, nothing serious.