If you want to get into overclocking, whether for your Intel or AMD CPU, here's where to start.
One thing I like (ed: I don't) about the GIGABYTE UEFI BIOS when overclocking is having the required settings to overclock one specific item in one particular area. In the advanced frequency menu, here is everything frequency related: CPU ratio, memory, and integrated graphics. Perhaps a ...
Although overclocking is safe, there are still other factors to consider. Below are the most important things to keep in mind when deciding whether to overclock and how far you want to push your machine. Voided warranty Because overclocking is often considered a form of device modification, overc...
The AMD Ryzen processor supports an operating mode allowing enthusiast users to directly control the operating condition of the processor to precisely tune the performance and power consumption to the extent of their specific and unique system capabilities (current and cooling) and environmental condition...
For AMD processors, the equivalent to XTU is called Ryzen Master for anyone wondering. Related: Recommended Gaming CPUsTo overclock you'll be needing an Intel processor that has a “k” on the end of the model number (eg i5-9600K, i7-9700K, or i9-9900K), however it is actually ...
A pair of GSKILL’s easily overclockable TridentX DDR3 sticks rated at 2400 MHz filled this role admirably, providing all the bandwidth Godavari’s IMC (integrated memory controller) could handle during testing. When you add it all up, there’s a whole a lot more than cores to consider ...
Ryzen Master not only allows you to bump up your CPU's performance but also lets you overclock the memory and integrated Radeon graphics. Heck, you can even use it toundervolt your CPU, if your cooling solution can't handle the sheer firepower of your processor. You can also save overclo...
A Windows-based PC:It's possible to overclock GPUs on macOS and Linux, but Windows is still the home of PC gaming by a huge margin, so that's what we're going to use in this guide. A discrete graphics card: PCI-Express-based desktop cards are still the primary means of playing hig...
The only caveat is that DDR5 is in the early stages of its life cycle, so it isn’t entirely on the same level as high-performance DDR4 memory. That makes sense since DDR4 has been out for a while now. However, that doesn’t mean we can’t overclock DDR5 to squeeze more performanc...
In fact, it’s surprisingly safe to perform a basic overclock when all the right parts are in place, and with some simple best practices, you can have your system just a few clicks shy of a pro-level performance makeover. Are you an AMD user? Our guide to overclocking your AMD ...