Upgrade the i5 4690k by increasing its clock speed using a 500W EVGA Bronze 80+ power supply.
Upgrade the i5 4690k by increasing its clock speed using a 500W EVGA Bronze 80+ power supply.
Could I increase my CPU performance using a 500W EVGA Bronze 80+ Power Supply? Here are my details:
GPU: EVGA SC 8GB GTX 1070
CPU: Intel i5 4690k (3.5 Ghz)
RAM: Kingston HyperX FURY 16 GB RAM 1866 Mhz
Storage: 1 TB 7200 RPM HDD
PSU: 500W EVGA Bronze 80+ Power Supply
MOBO: Asus Z97-Pro Gamer
Case: NZXT S340 Black
CPU Cooler: Hyper 212 EVO
Fans: 4, 3 Intake and 1 Outtake
If yes, what would be the best recommendation? My current CPU runs at 3.5 Ghz.
Please note I’m only adjusting my CPU speed, not the GPU.
Thanks.
Guillermo:
Juannfox shared some insights. It seems you could reach around 4ghz at about 1.150v, though you're near the power limit. The system might shut down or cut off if you try to change the voltage too much. The Evo 212 will likely stop you at roughly 1.175v.
Would overclocking still make sense for your setup? Or should I avoid it? In my experience, overclocking is always beneficial as long as your cooling and power supply can handle it. I personally own this chip and have achieved 4.4ghz at 1.160v with a strong H60 WC system and an Evga 600w 80+ Bronze PSU. It did improve performance, so I’d go for it.
It's quite tight, but you could potentially reach 4ghz with about 1.150v. Even more, but keep in mind you're near the supply limit, so changes might cause shutdowns or warnings because of power constraints. The Evo 212 will likely stop at around 1.175v regardless.
The setup is quite tight, but you could reach about 4ghz with roughly 1.150v. A bit higher, though, since you're near the power limit, might lead to shutdowns or system resets after changing the voltage. The Evo 212 will likely cap at around 1.175v. Should I even try overclocking now? Or is it better to avoid it?
Aguillermo:
Juannfox shares some insights. It seems you could reach around 4ghz at about 1.150v, though you're near the power limit. Adjusting voltage might cause shutdowns or system resets due to insufficient power. The Evo 212 will likely cap performance at roughly 1.175v. Would overclocking still make sense for your setup? Or should I avoid it? Personally, I believe overclocking is always beneficial as long as your cooling and power supply can handle it. I've run this chip myself and achieved 4.4ghz at 1.160v with a solid H60 WC system and an Evga 600w 80+ Bronze PSU. It did improve performance, so I'd proceed.
I haven't read much about the power usage on the 1070 yet, but try your luck now. Test whatever voltage you have available and see how far you can go without going over the stock voltage.
Regarding the Evo not being able to maintain performance beyond 1.115V—that's unrealistic... No worries, cooling at 1.4V under 75°C with a 20°C ambient temperature and good ventilation in the case works fine.
I haven't read much about the power usage on the 1070 yet, but try your luck. Test whatever voltage you have now to see how far you can go without going over the stock voltage.
Regarding the Evo not being able to maintain speed beyond 1.115—that's unrealistic... Cooling a 1.4V system under 75°C with a 20°C ambient and good ventilation in the case is fine.
Good luck with Prime on that voltage, but keep in mind, Prime puts a lot of stress on you, so it's always uncertain. Aida 64 and X264 might suffice, but you'll likely end up in the 80s or higher.
It's actually fine, the 212 is designed to handle at least twice the wattage a 4690k can manage.
When I mentioned 1.4 it was referring to an older lapped core 2 chip—I should have made that clear.
I believe it will be fine. A standard overclock for that CPU from 3.5 to 1.1V and then to 4.5 at 1.3V would add around 70 watts. This brings the total to roughly 160 watts for the CPU, 150 watts for the GPU, and possibly up to 100 watts for the rest of the system, making it about 410 watts when both the CPU and GPU are at full capacity.