Very high CPU Voltage I7 6700k
Very high CPU Voltage I7 6700k
I just observed that my CPU voltage was unusually high, even reaching a maximum VID of 1.406. This happened on a stock i7-6700k 4.2ghz boost processor. I previously used the 'asus optimal' setting in the ASUS Ez mode BIOS. After switching it back to normal, I got a higher VID, staying around 1.35 volts and maxing out at 1.406. My VID was lower with 'asus optimal' enabled, but still quite high.
Here are some screenshots from hwmonitor:
This one is now, using default BIOS settings:
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And this one was with 'asus optimal' after running realbench:
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It seems my VID was reduced when the optimized settings were active, which likely caused a small overclock and also slightly affected my RAM. Had XMP enabled at 3333mhz, while lowering RAM speed to 2956mhz.
Anyone knows if this is harmful? My temperatures are still relatively low. I'm using a Corsair H100i v2 as CPU cooler.
Would overclocking with 5 ways optimization from AI Suite 3 help in achieving more stable voltages?
The video indicates that the CPU requests a specific signal, while the actual voltage is provided by the Vcore. Focus on vcore rather than VID. There are five possible optimization strategies that might benefit you, but it's usually more effective to learn how to manually overclock using the BIOS.
I can't give you the precise answer you're looking for since you're just starting out with overclocking. But if you're having issues bringing things back to normal, you always have the chance to reflash the BIOS or switch to a stock setting—though it seems your Maximus series might only support F5 in BIOS and just re-enable XMP. The first overclock I tried a few days ago used AI suites and ended up at a crazy 4.3 GHz with unstable voltage settings, which led to a BSOD. I’d definitely avoid those 5-way optimization tools if you were in your situation.
The video indicates that the CPU requests a specific signal, while the actual voltage is provided by the Vcore. Focus on vcore rather than VID. There are five possible optimization strategies that might benefit you, but it's usually more effective to learn how to manually overclock using the BIOS.
Adjusting the BIOS settings manually is always preferable. I've been overclocking using the BIOS for many years, as it has been available for that duration. I don't know the exact Asus motherboard model, but Google can help you find the right information.