What is the maximum overclocking distance for an FX 8320E when using a Gigabyte 970 Gaming?
What is the maximum overclocking distance for an FX 8320E when using a Gigabyte 970 Gaming?
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The tittle says it all... I'm building a low budget PC and I've chosen the FX 8320E + Gigabyte 970 Gaming bundle from Microcenter. I've made a little research but nothing too conclusive, so I want to ask someone who has that combo this: how far can I overclock it? Can I reach the 4.8 GHz? And last of all, a Hyper 212 EVO cooler will be able to keep the heat down?
Overclocking processors varies from one CPU to another. Manufacturing flaws mean each chip has its own maximum clock speed. A hyper 212 evo should suffice, but the actual limit depends on how much you push it.
Reaching 4.5 means you're in the clear, and the 212 Evo fits perfectly. Going higher just feels like pure luck with silicon.
I understand, but will the motherboard support this? I wasn't planning to be a big overclocker. I was considering the MSI Gaming 970, which is great for overclocking. Your board seems to have more than enough VRMs—ideally at least 6+2 or 8+2. At 4.2 GHz it might work, but you probably won't reach your 4.8 target.
I understand, but will the motherboard support this upgrade? I was considering the MSI Gaming 970 board, which is great for overclocking. Your board should have at least 6+2 or 8+2 VRMs. A 4.2 GHz clock speed could work, though you might not reach your 4.8 GHz goal. It shouldn't be an issue, and the MSI 970 is only a few dollars more than what I'm looking at.
The gigabyte gaming sli offers an 8+2+1 VRM configuration, making it a superior choice for overclocking compared to the 970 gaming. Its features also stand out significantly. The regular GB 970 gaming (without a slider) doesn't deliver the same performance. If you're referring to this board, it's perfectly acceptable. Check out the product page for more details: http://www.microcenter.com/product/46192...otherboard
The gigabyte gaming sli is an 8+2+1 vrm configuration, a better option than the 970 gaming for overclocking and more features.
The regular GB 970 gaming (without a sli) isn't ideal.
If you're referring to this board, it's perfectly acceptable.
Check out the product page: http://www.microcenter.com/product/46192...otherboard
Don't expect to exceed 4.4ghz on any chip, it needs a solid binned board.
At around 4.3/4.4ghz, a 212 evo will reach decent load temperatures.
Oops, I meant the 970 Gaming SLI version. Which one should you choose?
I've maintained stable performance at 4.7 on a 212 Evo with 970A-UD3P. It doesn't exceed 143°F under full load, though I have to apply higher voltages. My 8350 model stays under 4.4 without issues—pure luck.