Windows 7 - is overclocking safe for my pc

bigdog2626 · 11-12-2011

is overclocking safe for my mobo,cpu,gpu or even my video card ?
and what would overclocking even do?

The Howling Wolves · 11-12-2011

Read through these FAQ's
Overclocking FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) - How to Overclock! - Overclockers Club

Main concern is overheating and frying one of your components.
THW

badger906 · 11-12-2011

if your using stock CPU heatsink, it wouldnt be advised to go to far. And to watch the temps. Speed fan should be avoided.
It sometimes gives rogue readings. apparently my i5's idle temp is 98c...

bigdog2626 · 11-12-2011

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The lifespan of the CPU and other devices will be shortened

that right there ends it for me no need to cont. reading

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Speed fan should be avoided.

then what software should i use to see the temps
speedfan tells me my temps are 45c-55c running hot at 55c which is kind of odd i think most post say 65-90 is hot

so im not overclocking by running cod black ops when systemrequirementslab says i cant
right?

Golden · 11-12-2011

Quote: Originally Posted by bigdog2626

then what software should i use to see the temps

Try HWInfo - select either 32 or 64 bit depending on your system.

HWiNFO, HWiNFO32 & HWiNFO64 - Hardware Information and Analysis Tools

smarteyeball · 11-12-2011

Quote: Originally Posted by bigdog2626

so im not overclocking by running cod black ops when systemrequirementslab says i cant
right?

I'm not going to lie mate - even if you could adequately OC both CPU and GPU - it's not worth it for your CPU and card.

Haven't used systemrequirementslab , but depending on the detection type, you could OC'ed up the ying yang yet it will still read ' the default speeds'

As for Black Ops - you probably could run it - but it would be on low. OC'ing simply wouldn't help.

badger906 · 11-12-2011

yes it shortens the life of your CPU, but you wont notice it.

Unless you plan to keep your rig for a long long time.

Poor cooling could already be having an adverse effect on your hardwares lifespan.. thats got you worried hasnt it

Big Tom · 11-12-2011

Quote: Originally Posted by badger906

yes it shortens the life of your CPU, but you wont notice it.

Unless you plan to keep your rig for a long long time.

Poor cooling could already be having an adverse effect on your hardwares lifespan.. thats got you worried hasnt it

LOL don't freak the guy out

OP, i overclocked mine a modest .5GHz. Just don't get too crazy with it and you will be fine

MRValiant · 11-12-2011

I have no problem overclocking.

getting the Itch to start a new build

bigdog2626 · 11-13-2011

ok the temps of HWInfo and speedfan matched up
ok ty