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Is the i5 2500k worth overclocking for game performance?

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January 7, 2014 12:11:49 PM

Hello guy,I recently got a i5 2500k @3.3ghz which people been saying is good for
gaming.Is it worth overclocking?And is it safe.Does it effect my cpu span life? Here are my specs:
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GT 610 (soon to get gtx760)
8GB ram
i5 2500k
500 watt power supply
cool master 311 elite chassis

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January 7, 2014 12:14:36 PM

Louisdor20 said:

gaming.Is it worth overclocking?And is it safe.Does it effect my cpu span life? Here are my specs:

Yes its worth it for gaming. (though not with a GT610)
It is pretty safe if you watch your temps and don't increase the voltage much.
It can lower lifespan alittle, but it should not be noticeable unless it is really an aggressive OC

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