The performance drop was significant after pairing the i79700 with the ex b365m-v5 motherboard.
The performance drop was significant after pairing the i79700 with the ex b365m-v5 motherboard.
It looks like your score isn’t where it should be. What your friend and @SlashedM mentioned is that the motherboard can’t push your CPU to its full turbo frequency of 4.7 GHz. First, check your CPU’s clock in the BIOS settings. The board likely won’t hit 4.7 GHz but should exceed 3.0 GHz. Maintain thermal management for optimal performance. Aim for temperatures in the 70s and push into the 80s during extended stress tests. When temps climb past the 90s, consider slightly reducing the clock speed—still stable. Before adjusting manually, update your BIOS to the latest version (which one are you using?). This step isn’t mandatory but enhances reliability. Also, ensure your RAM matches its advertised rate using XMP in the BIOS, and do this after updating the BIOS.
You’re ready with your RAM setup. If it’s sitting around 65°F, you can slightly increase the speed to 3.6 GHz. During stress tests, try pushing it up to 3.8 GHz, then 3.9, 4.0, and so on. I’d go all the way to 4.1 or higher if you want. The 100°F mark is safe, so aiming for the 80s is ideal, while the 90s are for those who like a challenge. Personally, my CPU never exceeds 71°F, so most of the time it stays in the mid-50s. In intense games or long tests, it drops into the low 60s but never goes above 61 or 62. That 9–10 degree range has worked well for me since 2016. For best results, keep your CPU between the low to mid-80s during extended stress tests—this should last you years.
Your estimated speed range is roughly 3.9 to 4.1 GHz, though the exact numbers depend on your testing. Make sure your Windows power plan is balanced, with minimum and maximum processor settings at 5% and 100%. This helps maintain cool operation while gaming and prevents overheating. When you’re in Windows, it will automatically adjust to the speed you set in overclocking. Also, turning off Turbo Boost when you boot up from BIOS ensures your CPU runs at the manual speed you choose during games, which is great for stability. This approach helps avoid stutter and keeps your gaming experience smooth.
I looked into the CPU power usage in the MSTI and saw it at 65 watts. I think the motherboard should provide sufficient power, but since it's not a Z-series board, I’m unsure how to enable overclocking. There’s no clear overclock setting available.
You might be misunderstanding. Your motherboard likely has a power cap. The i7 9700 should use more than 120-140 watts. You could attempt to adjust settings in BIOS and turn off the power restriction if possible. If not, the only options are to lower the voltage for reduced power consumption and improved clock speeds.
Bios configuration: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Zbc8gt0...sp=sharing