The process of increasing performance beyond the default configuration does not function as expected.
The process of increasing performance beyond the default configuration does not function as expected.
Good morning, I'm facing difficulties with overclocking my setup.
My current configuration includes
Motherboard - AS Rock B450 Steel Legend, BIOS P3.40
CPU - AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, eight cores
Graphics card - Ge Force GTX 1660 Super
32 GB Memory, DDR4 28000GB x4
Windows 10 Pro 64
The available overclocking methods are
AS Rock utility A Tuning
Onboard via BIOS
I've raised the base setting from 3700 to 4000, but the system won't boot. What is the maximum I can push this machine and how should I proceed?
Thank you, Richard
4.6GHz would be almost impossible. With most Ryzen, all core OC is limited to what automatic boost can achieve on one core. So here's your test for homework:
Set auto boost and PBO to maximum, run Ryzen Master or HWinfo64 in the background while running CineBench r20 3 time in a row. Note which is highest frequency it achieves, at which voltage Set that voltage in BIOS and CPU multiplier to what highest frequency was during test or about 100MHz less and try again. Eventually you will find out what gives best results. Highest OC doesn't automatically gives best performance, other things like temperature and power delivery...
Are you sure it applies to both the CPU and RAM? I raised it earlier, but now only a few clicks are needed to boost the power. Thanks
CPU voltage settings for overclocking, RAM remains unaffected and stays separate, as they don't influence each other.
Each system is unique, so you can’t simply use a single solution for everyone. I highly suggest searching for overclocking guides specific to your CPU and motherboard. Reading multiple sources helps you understand different perspectives on safety, allowing you to compare and choose what feels right for you. A comprehensive guide will go beyond what you might find here.
4.6GHz would be nearly unattainable. On most Ryzen models, all core overclocking is restricted to the automatic boost capability per core. Here’s a practical test for your assignment: enable auto boost and PBO at their highest settings, run Ryzen Master or HWinfo64 in the background, and execute CineBench r20 three times consecutively. Record the peak frequency achieved, the voltage that produced it, and adjust BIOS settings accordingly—reducing the multiplier by roughly 100MHz if needed. Eventually, you’ll discover the optimal configuration. Maximum core overclock doesn’t guarantee top performance; factors like temperature and power delivery also matter significantly.
With an OEM cooler, achieving 4-4.1 GHz across all cores while maintaining a comfortable (80-85°C) temperature would be challenging. For auto boost, keeping temperatures between 62-65°C is essential.
Morning, thank you for the reply and I've just completed 3 tests.
Using PBO and Cinebench
Test 1 was 4.1mhz points 3969
Test 2 was 4.1mhz points 3980
Test 3 was 4.1mhz points 3984
During testing it was most of the time around 3.950mhz
Voltage was highest at 15125 when peaking at 4.1mhz, but usually around 1.3375
So does this mean I should take the highest value, which is 4.1 or the 3950 it ran at most of the time?
The memory stayed at 1067, but according to the memory it can go up to 3200. Is that correct?
Many thanks, Richard