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I've googled and read several different forums, including this one, and I've seen answers all over the place. Generally, people say don't go over 1.3-1.35v for continuous use. I'm not sure if this is just because they're using air cooling or not.
I have a custom loop using a XSPC RayStorm Block, a XSPC RX240 Dual 120mm Radiator, and a XSPC EX240 Dual 120mm Low Profile Split Fin Radiator powered by as Swiftech MCP655-B Pump.
I did a quick, dirty OC session and hit 4.8Ghz with 1.38v. (100x48). It can do 5.0Ghz, but requires 1.425v to pass Intel's Xtreme Tuning stress test.
I only use the computer when at home, so it's off probably off 16-20 hours out of the day (meaning no CPU usage obviously lol).
Temps under full load @ 5.0Ghz @ 1.425v were 78/78/76/77. While gaming, they only hit around 55-60C.
I forgot to mention that at idling (i.e. doing nothing or just browsing the interwebz), temps are around 31-32C (yes @ 5Ghz, 1.425v).
I know 1.425 is a bit ballsy for this CPU eek, but given I only run the PC for a few hours at a time, is this a safe voltage, given my temps are in check?
I have a custom loop using a XSPC RayStorm Block, a XSPC RX240 Dual 120mm Radiator, and a XSPC EX240 Dual 120mm Low Profile Split Fin Radiator powered by as Swiftech MCP655-B Pump.
I did a quick, dirty OC session and hit 4.8Ghz with 1.38v. (100x48). It can do 5.0Ghz, but requires 1.425v to pass Intel's Xtreme Tuning stress test.
I only use the computer when at home, so it's off probably off 16-20 hours out of the day (meaning no CPU usage obviously lol).
Temps under full load @ 5.0Ghz @ 1.425v were 78/78/76/77. While gaming, they only hit around 55-60C.
I forgot to mention that at idling (i.e. doing nothing or just browsing the interwebz), temps are around 31-32C (yes @ 5Ghz, 1.425v).
I know 1.425 is a bit ballsy for this CPU eek, but given I only run the PC for a few hours at a time, is this a safe voltage, given my temps are in check?