This is my first time overclocking so...
This is my first time overclocking so...
I'm using an AMD Fx 6100 at its default speed with Turbo active. Many people have suggested overclocking this model for improved performance, so I'm curious if upgrading to the new Antec A30 CPU would help. I'm hoping it will provide a modest speed increase while keeping things stable. I regularly do live streaming, video editing, and gaming, and I also have an older FX4100 available.
System details:
- AMD Fx6100 Stock Speed: 3.3GHz (Turbo on)
- Motherboard: ASUS M5A78L-M/USB3 (Bios updated)
- RAM: 4GB DDR3 at 1600 MHz
- Graphics: Zotac GTX660 2GB
- Storage: 320GB+500GB drive
- Resolution: 1366x768 preferred
- Power Supply: Corsair VS550
Using 100MHz of OC won't make a noticeable difference, but applying permanent OC across all cores could be more effective than just boosting individual cores.
The Antec A30 offers only minimal improvement over a standard CPU cooler; for significant overclocking you'll need a more powerful one.
MB's customization options will also be quite limited.
CountMike is suggesting that the Antec A30 might not significantly improve performance over a standard CPU cooler, implying a need for a more powerful one. He also mentions that MB will likely impose limitations on any overclocking attempts. The link provided appears to be for the cooler in question.
CountMike confirms the need for more than two heat pipes. What if the overclocking plan is abandoned?
you're not getting any improvement in cooling, but this fan might run quieter.
CountMike is still facing issues with cooling, but the fan might run quieter. He has already placed an order and expects delivery by tomorrow or the next day. Currently, he can't play games longer than 10-15 minutes because his system shuts down due to CPU overheating, reaching temperatures up to 80°C and sometimes higher, which causes it to turn off. He plans to use the Fx4100 until he gets a cooler, and if conditions remain unchanged, he might consider purchasing a more affordable CPU cooler that could also support overclocking. What are your thoughts?
CountMike shared his experience about using the processor. He mentioned that on those chips only the CM 212 EVO class offers a solid cooling upgrade, allowing moderate overclocking. He recommended having 3 to 4 heat pipes and a 120mm fan. He also recalled buying an Fx4100 with an HSF CPU from a site, but it failed within a year and he didn't replace it. Later, he purchased an Fx6100 for $20, which he found heats a lot. He wasn't sure whether to wait for the Zen processors or stick with the Fx6100 until a better option arrives.