Overclocking fx-8120

cheti

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Hey, so I have a:
fx-8120
990fxa-ud3
corsair gs600
2x4gb 1600mhz ram

So, atm its at 3.8ghz @ 1.3V on stock cooler and prime95 after 5min is 50C and stays that way.
I was wondering, how far can i push my cpu with a:
1. hyper 212 evo
2. corsair h60

Any suggestions ? :)
 

bartholomew

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Maybe, if your ambient is below 20c or if your chip takes minimal voltage to reach 4.5ghz

AFAIK, To run a fx8120 @ 4.5ghz, you'll need a top tier cooler like the NH D14 or the H80.
 

bartholomew

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3.8ghz @ 50c with stock cooler is great. your ambient must be quite low.
Yes, 4.2ghz might be a fair OC. what happens is, for 4.5ghz your voltage will most probably exceed 1.4v, hence the 212 evo might have a hard time.