Overclocking Help/Directions: i5 3570k on Gigabyte GA-Z77X-UD5H

kjbdfk

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Hi! This is my first time overclocking a CPU, can I get some advice on where to start? I've already got the aftermarket heatsink/fan on it, but i haven't touched any OC settings yet. I was told it would be safe somewhere around 4.0 GHz to 4.4 GHz, is that right? I'm looking to have to have a safe OC that won't stress the CPU too much, just want a little extra strength for the new games. All help/directions would be a great help! :)

Case: Thermaltake Overseer RX-I
MB: Gigabyte GA-Z77X-UD5H
CPU: i5 3570k
GPU: Sapphire HD 7950 3gb
Memory: 8 GB Corsair Vengeance 1600MHz
PSU: CORSAIR CX Series CX750 750W
- 64GB SSD
- 750GB HDD
- Windows 7 Home Premium