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In fairness I run full tilt as well, but folding or off when I'm not using the computer [emoji14]
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Why wouldn't you? I still run all the intel junk on my 6850K/5960X no reason to have it punched out to 4.5 all of life, but no reason it shouldn't clock up that high if needed. This isn't 2004 they work a bit better now.
DWTech, your observations may be accurate for that particular family, but its not the same across all x86 CPUs.
AMD uses a very smart tech of neural networks and predictions to accurately apply power and frequency needed. Same with Intel's Turbo 2.0 for their latest chips. Each iteration is better than the last. So a new round of tests would be needed. P-State OCing is on my list of a lot of crap I'd like to test.
I wasn't aware cool and quiet didn't work in 2004. Not sure what that even has to do with anything here and now....
Your "Intel Junk" has nothing to do with my preference. I've done all the overclocking with power saving features on and off.
There's no super measurable power saving while I'm not exceeding the efficiency threshold. It always draws the most from being under a heavy load opposed to idle, even if the Cpu is pinned to a frequency or not. I like to see my overclock while idle or loaded, I'm always 100% sure the clocks are set at all times.
Depends on the goal, my server runs 24/7 the prior CPU in it ran with an OC it's entire life. That chip ran with CnQ enabled and it made a consumption difference over a months time.
Now if we are talking just goofing around or clocking for a competition sure I turn off everything. It made a massive difference back in the day. Now Turbo for both companies is quite a bit smarter, voltage scaling also works quite a bit better.
You must have cheap power in Chicago. The average electricity bill in Ontario is $250-300/ mth. Mine isn't that high but most of the power hogs are on natural gas and I have a ton of LED lights.
Mine runs full tilt all the time too Shrimp just saying for some it's a valid concern or at least perceived as a concern. Just like sleep/ low power state. I don't use it but many do or at least try to.
And just to be sure I'm clear, I have absolutely no objection to people running power savings with a final overclock at X P-state.
I'm not sure even saying a goal..... or perhaps preference to do one or the other and final decision.
And just to be sure I'm clear, I have absolutely no objection to people running power savings with a final overclock at X P-state.
Just figured I'm not trying to save power while at the same time consuming more power at a load condition even if P-states are enabled or not While Overclocked. Ultimately, you are using more power if you actually USE the pc.
IE:
"I didn't buy a 220W Cpu to overclock and try and save power"
That analogy doesn't work. You always have 450 horse power. How much voltage you use might equate to the amount of fuel you use. But mine is 325 horse power and is always available.
You are correct, I don't have to use 1.35v for only 3.6ghz. No doubt.
But alas I'm gonna come back another time. This week people seem sensitive while my original comment wasn't really to turn into some serious debate on saving very small amounts of power.