What is Prime 95?

[dogman_1234]

I know what the idea is, but what is the use for it on overclocking? Where do I get a download of this software? More insight as to its existence would be nice as well.

 

[sportsfanboy]

you serious Dog, lol

 

[dogman_1234]

Yup. I know, I'm stupid. I just never looked into it because I haven't been overclocking lately.

 

[sportsfanboy]

Ok just making sure your not messing around. Still confused as to why you can't google a download link. The use is somewhat over used in my opinion, people spend way too much time stress testing, but it has it's use in moderation.

 

[loneninja]

It can be downloaded all over, just google the thing.

Purpose is to stress test the computer, push the cpu to 100% usage, your computer will eventually crash if not stable. It'll also give a good idea of max cpu temp but I've seen programs that can push my cpu to a higher temp.

 

[mrtoesterman]

its a program that throws lots of codes to your cpu to see if it can handle it AFTER you have overclocked/messed with your bios. Atlease 8 hours, what was said in some website, of over clocking is recommended until you can actually call it a safe benchmark? good program too!