Yes, it is feasible to overclock an AMD 8320 to 5GHz.
Yes, it is feasible to overclock an AMD 8320 to 5GHz.
Hello, welcome to the PC building world! I'm new here and any tips would be appreciated. I currently have an AMD FX 8320 and a Gigabyte 990FXA ud3 (rev 4.0). After Christmas, I'm planning to upgrade the rest of my system. Right now, I'm using XFXAMD Radeon HD7870, Patriot 8GB at 1600MHz DDR3 Viper 3, Thermaltake Water 2.0 Performer, Arctic F14 140mm Fan X4, and Corsair Builder Series 750W Modular. The Fractal Design ARC midi R2 or Define R4 are still deciding what to install.
well, the ud3 class was meant for mild overclocking. and 8320 has poor binning, which is why it's considered a second-grade CPU after 8350. with this setup, you'll need more than just chance to reach 5Ghz. most of the time, the 8320 will only run at 4.4-4.5Ghz. if you aim for higher speeds, consider upgrading to a better board and an 8350, and definitely invest in a top cooler.
well, the ud3 class was meant for mild overclocking. and 8320 has poor binning, which is why it's considered a second-grade CPU after 8350. with this setup, you'll need more than just chance to reach 5Ghz. most of the time, the 8320 will only run at 4.4-4.5Ghz. if you aim for higher speeds, consider upgrading to a better board and an 8350, and definitely invest in a top cooler.
5.0 will be tough to hit unless you manage to get a solid chip. With AMD overclocking, the main focus should be cooling down more than just the chip itself—especially the VRM and the socket. Because they already have a high TDW at 125w and then push even more power, the socket tends to get very hot. Many people who overclock their 8320 or 8350 models need to cool the socket effectively. I use a fan behind my motherboard to help, and some even drill holes on the opposite side to mount another fan for better cooling.
Quaddro:
the class was meant for mild overclocking. The 8320 has poor binning, which is why it's considered a second-grade processor after 8350. With this setup, achieving 5Ghz will require more than just chance. Mostly, the 8320 will operate between 4.4 and 4.5Ghz. If you aim for that speed, consider upgrading to a better board with an 8350 and a high-quality cooler. It would be wise not to compromise on cooling performance.
P.S. Could you recommend a suitable CPU cooler that can handle the heat?
XFXAMD Radeon HD7870 offers solid graphics performance.
Patriot 8GB 1600MHz DDR3 viper 3 provides adequate memory.
Thermaltake Water 2.0 Performer delivers a decent 120mm liquid base cooler.
Arctic F14 140mm Fan X4 receives no specific remarks.
Corsair Builder Series 750W Modular could work well with a lower PSU wattage; in fact, the 7870 alone uses around 300W during gaming, making 500W sufficient. However, since you plan to overclock, opting for 600W would be ideal.
I personally prefer not to use the CX series, as this model is aimed at casual users and its durability is uncertain.
It’s a better power supply with higher reliability.
Links for modular options:
- http://pcpartpicker.com/part/seasonic-po...i620bronze
- http://pcpartpicker.com/part/seasonic-po...i620bronze
For non-modular setups:
- http://pcpartpicker.com/part/arctic-f14-140mm-fan-x4
- http://pcpartpicker.com/part/patriot-8gb-1600mhz-ddr3
Quaddro:
XFXAMD Radeon HD7870 is a solid graphics card.
Patriot 8GB 1600MHz DDR3 viper 3 offers decent memory.
Thermaltake Water 2.0 Performer works well with a 120mm liquid base cooler.
Arctic F14 140mm Fan X4 doesn’t need much comment.
Corsair Builder Series 750W Modular could help reduce PSU wattage needs.
Actually, the 7870 alone uses around 300W while gaming, so 500W is more than sufficient. But since you’ll overclock it, going to 600W would be ideal.
However, I don’t like the CX series much. This model is meant for casual users, and its durability is doubtful.
It’s a better power supply with higher durability.
For modular builds, check out these links:
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/seasonic-po...i620bronze
For non-modular setups, see:
http://pcpartpicker.com/part/seasonic-po...i620bronze
Also, I should mention I plan to upgrade to another 7870. Will a CPU upgrade change the system much after a few months?
Nope, 620w is sufficient for running CF cards in your setup. Let's check... A system with an overclocked Intel hexa core processor uses only 504w in total power when gaming in crossfire mode. Adding another card won't exceed this limit either. So a 620w PSU is more than enough, even with extra cards.
620w psu provides ample power for your setup, even when adding another card and using crossfire mode.