Overclocking vs Lifetime
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MauveCloud
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I think the effects on the lifetime of the processor are more dependent on the core voltage and the temperatures you get than on how much you've overclocked it by.
PyjamasCat
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^This, but less towards the temps. Voltages are usually the more damaging thing.
CPU's are pretty tough. I don't think that your OC will significantly lower the life.
iam2thecrowe
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i have OC'd every cpu i have ever owned dating back from intel 486, pentiums, amd k6's, durons, athlons, intel core 2's and i5's. All of them lasted until they became obsolete, still running a core 2 OC'd in a HTPC. Stay within reasonable limits and you will be ok, although obviously there is always a risk. Reduce the risk by sticking to known safe voltages and temperatures, there are plenty of guides out there.
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