The i7 5820k isn't compatible with OC for the GTX 1080.
The i7 5820k isn't compatible with OC for the GTX 1080.
I'm setting up a new rig and wondering if an Intel i7 5820k can manage the GTX 1080. Thanks to everyone who can help!
Yeah, an i7 5820k works just fine for a GTX 1080 and more. If you're gaming at lower resolutions and aiming for 100-144 fps, overclocking can be beneficial. But if you're targeting 4K or only need around 60 FPS, the GPU won't be the main issue at 4K with that frame rate.
What resolution are you aiming for with the card? If you run it at 1080p or higher, you might consider slightly overclocking the CPU, particularly for 1080p. I plan to play games at 1080p, but why specifically for that resolution? Wouldn't 1440 be more challenging? Also, if I need to overclock the 5820k, would a Dark Rock Pro 3 be sufficient for cooling or would a liquid cooler be necessary?
Yeah, an i7 5820k works just fine for a GTX 1080 and more. If you're gaming at lower resolutions and aiming for 100-144 fps, overclocking can be beneficial. But if you're targeting 4K or only need around 60 FPS, the GPU won't be the main issue at 4K with that frame rate.
Dark rock pro 3 works well as a CPU cooler. I'd recommend getting a decent OC.
Seb_Perez asked Robert Cook about the intended card resolution and whether overclocking is necessary. He mentioned planning to run games at 1080p and questioned why focusing on that specific resolution, especially when 1440p could be more challenging. He also inquired about cooling options for a 5820k GPU, wondering if a Dark Rock Pro 3 would suffice or if a liquid cooler would be better.
atomicWAR :
Seb_Perez :
Robert Cook :
what speed do you intend to use for the card? if you run it at 1080p or 1440p, you might need to boost the CPU a bit, particularly at 1080p.
I plan to play games at 1080p. But why specifically 1080? Wouldn't 1440 be more challenging?
If I decide to overclock the 5820k, would a Dark Rock Pro 3 suffice for cooling, or should I opt for a liquid cooler?
Actually, 1440P (or 4k) would put more strain on your GPU than on your CPU... Against common belief, higher resolutions actually reduce the CPU requirements, allowing the GPU to handle up to 60-60FPS more smoothly. Lowering the resolution helps the GPU run faster until the CPU can keep up, preventing bottlenecks. It mainly becomes an issue at speeds above 60FPS.
That's about it. Sorry for the delayed reply.
atomicWAR :
yeah a i7 5820k is fine for a gtx 1080 and then some. If your gaming at the lower resolutions AND are shooting for 100-144 fps then an overclock will help. if 4K or only wanting 60FPS then not so much as the GPU would be the bottleneck at 4K and 60FPS is well in the range of a stock clocked i7 5820k.
Ando77 :
Dark rock pro 3 is a good cpu cooler. I would get you a good oc.
atomicWAR :
Seb_Perez :
Robert Cook :
what resolution do you plan to put the card to work at? if you run it at 1080p or 1440p you might want to overclock the CPU a bit, especially for 1080p.
I will play games at 1080p. But why especially for 1080? Wouldnt 1440 be more demanding?
So if I do need to OC the 5820k, would a Dark Rock Pro 3 be enough to cool it or do I need a liquid cooler?
yeah 1440P (or 4k) would be more demanding on your GPU not your CPU... Contrary to popular belief the higher the resolution the less CPU horsepower you need to make the 40-60FPS window most gamers aim for. when you drop resolution the GPU speeds up to the point the CPU can't go any faster and bottlenecks. It's only really a problem for >60FPS game play typically.
I want to be around 100fps because I will get a 144Hz monitor with G-Sync. If I OC the CPU to 4GHz would I get the FPS I want?