The i5 2500K is overheating and needs assistance.

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Jyok
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01-10-2016, 07:35 PM

#1

Hi everyone... I've never done overclocking before, but I understand the process. The only issue is I'm not sure if I need to adjust anything else... My specs are: Asrock z68 Pro3 Gen3, i5 2500k (stock, aiming for 4.4 GHz), AMD 6950 2GB, 16 GB RAM (thinking about 1333 MHz), a 600W PSU. I'm planning to upgrade to a GTX 970, which is why I need to overclock... Sorry for my English...

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curssin
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01-11-2016, 03:17 AM

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Make sure you have sufficient cooling for your 2500K. The Intel stock cooler won't suffice if you aim for 4.4Ghz. You'll need a good all-in-one liquid cooler or a high-quality air cooler. With proper cooling, you can choose the overclock profile you prefer in the Asrock Z68 BIOS, which should be comparable to the settings on your Asrock Z68 Extreme 4 motherboard. The automatic overclock profiles should function well with your i7 2600K and should work fine for you.

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xXMcAw3s0m3Xx
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01-11-2016, 04:39 AM

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Make sure you have sufficient cooling for your 2500K. The Intel stock cooler won't suffice if you aim for 4.4Ghz. You'll need a good all-in-one liquid cooler or a high-quality air cooler. With proper cooling, you can choose the overclock profile you prefer in the Asrock Z68 BIOS, which should be comparable to the settings on your Asrock Z68 Extreme 4 motherboard. The automatic overclock profiles should function well with your i7 2600K and should work fine for you.

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Zyduk
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01-11-2016, 01:22 PM

#4

Sure thing, buddy... just making sure you're all set. You don't necessarily need to upgrade the RAM unless you're looking for more speed.

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MessiasCraft
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01-17-2016, 05:05 PM

#5

Fineas Ignat:
Thanks man... are you sure I don't need to upgrade the RAM as well? I just want more speed, not just more power.
Thanks anyway...
It's up to you if you decide to spend more for faster RAM, but I wouldn't recommend it unless you really need it. The benefits are minimal. If you're willing to spend a lot, then go for it.

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Koogle1000
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01-17-2016, 11:37 PM

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The precise model number of your PSU is available. For a more efficient cooling solution, you can opt for a 212 EVO on your 2500K, which supports up to 4.4Ghz without issues. Sandy Bridge might be outdated, but it remains a solid base for overclocking. Regardless, you don't have to push your GTX 970 beyond its limits.