Should I raise the voltage?
Should I raise the voltage?
Running the system at these settings shows temperatures up to 70°C with the Hyper 212 Evo and Furmark CPU burner, but dropping to about 65°C when using Prime95. It seems the current configuration is within acceptable limits, so increasing voltage may not be necessary unless you notice further issues.
I wouldn't exceed much further. Isn't 1.35V the upper limit for air cooling that CPU (provided you maintain sufficient temperature)?
I wouldn't exceed much further. Isn't 1.35V the upper limit for air cooling that CPU (as long as it stays cool enough)?
I prefer a conservative approach, aiming for the lowest possible voltage (starting below stock) and gradually boosting overclock. When performance demands more voltage for minor gains, I consider it successful. I avoid pushing my builds too hard to ensure their longevity...