Settings for Asus Maximus IX Hero LLC
Settings for Asus Maximus IX Hero LLC
I'm attempting to boost my CPU's performance near its maximum safe voltage for benchmarking. I'm seeking advice on using the LLC settings on this specific board. If accurate, higher levels like 4 or 5 would produce stable LLC voltages. Otherwise, I'd appreciate any alternative approaches. The Intel i5-6600k @ 4.8GHz with 1.35V is paired with a Nvidia Titan X and Asus Maximus IX Hero boards.
Flat loadline, measuring 0 mOhms, represents the top setting on that board—either 7 or 8—and should be avoided. At such a setting, your board will display a significant voltage rise during load instead of maintaining idle levels. This happens because the Super I/O sensor reads are influenced by the power plane, not the actual voltage. It's not a true voltage reading; it's flat. However, you'll encounter large ripple effects—transient spikes and drops—that can randomly disrupt performance when you assume sufficient voltage.
The Asus boards Level 5 exhibit a 90mV drop, suggesting it should function as intended. I'll test the switching frequency later to confirm performance.