The I5 4690K multiplier decreases when using cinebench. You may need to adjust settings or check for updates.
The I5 4690K multiplier decreases when using cinebench. You may need to adjust settings or check for updates.
Dear forum members,
I began optimizing my i5 4690K to reach 4.3Ghz at 1.29V. During tests with Cinebench while monitoring CPUz as Core Temp, I noticed the multiplier decreasing from x43 to x35 (base core speed without turbo). I turned off several settings like c1e, c3, eist, thermal controls, and turbo (as recommended in other discussions). The issue keeps happening. Temperatures peak at 60°C (at x35 Core Temp once I start Cinebench).
While playing games, my core speed remains stable at x43, but it drops to x35 when starting Cinebench, which is not acceptable.
I want to mention that I haven’t tried other benchmarks yet—I just reinstalled Cinebench myself.
Hardware:
Gigabyte Z87 board;
i5 4690K with Seidon 120V cooling;
16GB DDR3 1600MHz G-Skill;
Corsair 550W;
... and an R9 280X (relevant?)
Where are you thinking of? Thanks in advance.
I can identify the issue by observing the four transistors next to the CPU socket, but you can search online for "GA-Z87-HD3 4-phase" as I did to confirm I wasn't overlooking something—results can sometimes be misleading.
Gigabyte's own Gigabyte GA-Z97X-GAMING 3 is an 8-phase board priced at $119.
https://www.amazon.com/Gigabyte-GA-Z97X-...B00K2RQDXY
It's reassuring that your motherboard automatically reduces performance when the load goes beyond its capacity. Many boards would otherwise overheat or shut down unexpectedly.
I’d still try using monitoring and logging tools like AIDA64. If it doesn’t limit performance during games, I wouldn’t be too concerned...
Which Gigabye Z87 board do you have available? The standard version supports only four power phases. It might be throttling due to insufficient current handling. For testing, try the [email protected] and [email protected] options. Would it still throttle with a less demanding operating condition?
Which Gigabye Z87 board are you using? The basic model only includes 4 power phases. It's possible it's throttling due to insufficient current handling. For testing, try [email protected] and [email protected]. Would it still throttle with a less demanding operating condition? I own the GA-Z87-HD3 version of the motherboard. I'm currently away and won't be back until next Friday. I don't have a clear idea of the number of power phases.
That one is a 4-phase design, unfortunately. Is this a gaming system? Most games do not cause the CPU to draw nearly as much current as synthetic tests, so it's very likely that you're still getting full-speed during game play. Let us know how things turn out.
That one features a 4-phase design, unfortunately. Is this related to a gaming system? Most games don’t require the CPU to draw such high current, so you’re likely still getting full-speed performance during play. Let us know how it goes.
Hey Scuzzy, that’s exactly what I mentioned in the original post. During games it seems to be working perfectly and running at maximum frequency. It is indeed a gaming system. So, can I still benefit from overclocking advantages in games? Or will the multiplier drop when I play at max settings while the game demands a significant CPU portion? I think I’ll need to find out myself, as you probably won’t be able to answer that clearly.
Your insights have been useful. Do you know any board options under 150 euros retail that support more power phases?
Also, where did you come across the mention of the 4-phase design? How was it referenced in their specifications? Thanks.