Tried to figure out which readings to examine?
Tried to figure out which readings to examine?
Name: Gregadethhh
CPU: Intel i5 2500k
Motherboard: ASUS P8Z77-V
CPU Voltage: 1.31V
CPU Bus Speed/Multiplier: 100*45
Clock Speed: 4.5Ghz
RAM: Corsair Vengeance DDR3 1600Mhz 9-9-9-24
Cooling: CoolerMaster Hyper 212+
OS: Windows 10 Pro 64-Bit
This is my initial attempt at overclocking, so far it's working well but I'm unsure about the right voltage and temperature settings. (Please see attached screenshot).
I've completed 10 standard tests and 10 high-stress tests using Intel Burn Test, and those were my outcomes. I plan to run a longer stress test but first want to confirm these values are stable.
Thank you for any guidance!
The top source for precise temperatures and voltages is the BIOS. Then use the motherboard utility. Later, tools such as CPU-Z and HWmonitor can be helpful. I prefer CPU-Z because it provides concise details. HWmonitor works well but offers a lot of information. You can obtain the motherboard utility from the manufacturer's website in Support/Download section.
https://www.asus.com/Motherboards/P8Z77V..._Download/
The top source for precise temperatures and voltages is the BIOS. Then use the motherboard utility. Later, tools such as CPU-Z and HWmonitor can be helpful. I prefer CPU-Z because it provides concise details. HWmonitor works well but offers a lot of information. You can obtain the motherboard utility from the manufacturer's website in Support/Download section.
It's quite intriguing... Focus on the CPU VCORE when checking voltage, and under the Temperature section you'll find thermal details for each core in HWmonitor. You can maintain the OC daily with the VCORE staying below 1.4V. A 1.31V @ 4.5 GHz is excellent; my 2500k runs smoothly at 1.37V @ 4.6 GHz without any stability problems. You might also want to run a Prime95 blend test to verify stability.
The top spot to find precise temperatures and voltages is the BIOS. Then use the motherboard utility. Programs such as CPU-Z and HWmonitor also work well. I prefer CPU-Z because it provides concise details. HWmonitor is fine, though it offers more information than needed. You can get the motherboard utility from the manufacturer's website under Support/Download.
Gregadethhh :
terry4536 shares tips on finding precise temperatures and voltages. Start with the BIOS, then use the motherboard utility. Programs like CPU-Z and HWmonitor are also useful. I prefer CPU-Z because it provides concise details. HWmonitor works but offers too much information. You can find the motherboard utility on the manufacturer's website under Support/Download. The link provided is for an older model, as no utilities appear for Windows 10. I've tried using Windows 8.1 Ai Suites on Windows 10 version 1709, though results are uncertain. Version 2.00.12 (2013/10/16) is available at the given URL.
But CPU-Z and HWmonitor function well.
Thanks! I installed the Asus/Intel Extreme Tuning Utility and checked the core temperatures during stress tests, which reached a maximum of 74°C (average 60°C). Much better than what I was seeing before. I plan to run it longer tomorrow to see more results. It seems promising so far.
The maximum of 74 C is acceptable. However, it also suggests that you might be able to raise the overclock if desired. Numerous users opt for around 85 C when attempting overclocking. As mentioned earlier, Prime95 blend remains a widely favored option for stress testing.
Gregadethhh, Discussing processor temperatures often causes confusion. Misunderstandings about terms, specs, and testing methods make it hard for users to know how to properly assess cooling performance. The "make it up as we go" approach isn't sufficient. There are correct ways to test thermal performance that follow Intel's guidelines. To proceed confidently, you should read: Intel Temperature Guide - CT