Should i try for a higher overclock?

Question

I am using a Sempron 3200+(1.8ghz) OCed to 3.1ghz@1.42v and RAM DDR2 800@998 with 4-4-4-12@[e-mail] itry for a higher overclock or is it a good overclock? It is stable and the temps at idle 28c load 32c.

My motherboard can go up to 600mhz FSB and i am at 350mhz.

I am using a HSF for OCing.I can't get any higher than 3128mhz and still be stable.

Answer 1

whew, what's the FSB at...aren't you close to maxed?!

Anyway, what's the point? If it's stable and usable and it's fast enough, why risk frying it? And BTW...it's not only about keeping it cool. You can still burn out caps on the MB if you pump the FSB up too high.

Answer 2

Careful when adjusting your voltage as you can absolutely fry your equipment. If you want to go higher, try first to do it without a voltage adjustment. When it becomes unstable, either back it off a bit, or if you're brave enough you can increase the voltage yet again. Keep in mind that standard air cooling isn't going to cut it in the near future because the heatsinks are designed to work with certain temperature loads.

Answer 3

That is a pretty good overclock. I'd quit while I was ahead if I were you. If you do decide to try to go higher, make sure you write down all your settings so you can go back to this level again.

Answer 4

the 1st component your going to choose to do is take it out of the MOBO sparkling the residue on it off with somewhat Windex. Then stick it in the microwave for greater or less 5 seconds. finally throw the finished pc away and purchase a quad middle I7. which could get you optimal overall performance.

Answer 5

Be careful at overclocking if you do not know the bench marks of your system you could harm your computer. check with a computer gamer forum and get advise. http://www.getgoodstuff.net

Answer 6

just as long as u can keep it cool