working with an i7 7700k on an ASUS Prime Z270-k with overclocking and cooling setup
working with an i7 7700k on an ASUS Prime Z270-k with overclocking and cooling setup
hello
i already own an ASUS Prime z270-k and am considering upgrading to an i7 7700k with a boost up to around 4.8GHz. i’m hesitant about pushing it to 5GHz since i’m not confident it will run smoothly with my current setup.
with the case I have, i’ve installed an air cooler or a 120mm liquid cooling system. i was thinking about getting an EVGA CLC 120, but would that be sufficient or better? i’m short on space in the case because i already have an EVGA 1080 Hybrid GPU, so the radiator is already there.
i’m also unsure if my power supply will still handle it—my current unit is an EVGA 650W G3 Plus.
Overclocking depends on cooling and the chance of getting a silicon chip, you might not reach those high settings even with good cooling. If you have limited space for another AIO, opting for premium air should work well—it’s just as effective, possibly quieter, than a 120mm model. What case are you using? Also, your PSU is more than sufficient for CPU and GPU overclocking, so you’re all set there. Some key points to keep in mind during overclocking: - The highest possible Vcore is 1.4V; going beyond can cause electromigration and reduce CPU lifespan. - Keep core temperature under 80°C during gaming or heavy tasks. - When boosting speed, raise it in small increments of 100MHz and check stability and temperatures. For more details, refer to the Intel Temperature Guide by CompuTronix, which includes links to necessary tools.
i possess a cooler master case around four years old, featuring space at the top for a 240mm size. However, since the GPU cooler is positioned behind, approximately 20mm is removed because the GPU cooler sits over that opening. Or perhaps an air cooler is installed, directing air upward rather than toward the back of the case? I currently have a CM EVO 212, but it struggles with an i7 7700, reaching a maximum temperature of around 84°C.
The Evo 212 isn't really designed for that CPU, you should look for something more suitable.
Would you like to try fitting this cooler into the case?
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CPU Cooler:
CRYORIG - R1 Universal 76.0 CFM CPU Cooler
($89.95 @ Newegg Marketplace)
Total:
$89.95
Shipping, taxes, and available discounts are included
Created by PCPartPicker 2018-06-14 16:09 EDT-0400
It seems unlikely since CM 212 is already quite near the RAM slot, only about 20-30mm away.
This is the part list for the CPU cooler.
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CPU Cooler:
CRYORIG - H5 Universal 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler
($46.89 at OutletPC)
Total: $46.89
Includes shipping, taxes, and any available discounts
Created by PCPartPicker on June 14, 2018 at 16:19 EDT
It seems this could work well for my setup and MB, as it stays within RAM limits. Would you think this is superior to the EVGA CLC 120?
P.S. There doesn’t appear to be any cooler option that pushes air from bottom to top of the case only in front-to-back direction—maybe something similar would be ideal, since more air space on top could help with ventilation.
or perhaps i could design it so air moves from back to front, and a fan inside the case would push it outwards, allowing me to install one. I’m not sure about the current setup where the CPU fan sends heat to the GPU radiator, which is why i was considering an AIO solution.
The heat always moves upward, so changing its position sideways to vertical probably won't make much of a difference. Running the air through the 1080 Hybrid model shouldn't cause any issues, as it's known to perform very well. You might want to try the EVGA CLC 120—it should be superior to many budget options.
Yes, 1080 runs smoothly around 52°C during full use.
Please keep trying to locate CRYORIG - H5 Universal in your area.