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3570k won't get over 3800 MHz

ventoux
Level 7

‎03-12-2013 10:59 PM - last edited on ‎03-06-2024 09:46 PM by Community Admin

I followed this great guide found here.

My specs are identical - Maximus V Gene / i5 3570K / BIOS 1604
My build is found here.

I followed Marshall's guide step by step, but Prime95 won't push past 3800 MHz. 😞
I did save (F10) settings in BIOS each time. Confimed this when I rebooted on several occasions thinking I must have missed something. But after checking, double checking, triple checking - no go. Still only get 3.8. Windows task manager and AI Suite both show 100% CPU usage. Should this be 140% if I'm pushing to the desired 4.5? Is there a setting in Prime95 that needs to be told to push pass 3.8 or 100% ?

Please, any suggestions. I'm thinking it's a simple solution.

BTW, running Windows 8 64 bit (if that matters)

Thanks
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Arne_Saknussemm
Level 40

‎03-13-2013 01:41 AM

Hey there ventoux 🙂

How are you checking the OC ....with CPUz?

Are you cooling your VRM directly?
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Zka17
Level 16

‎03-13-2013 02:34 AM

Yes, if you're checking the CPU in Windows, you will see the brand and model of your CPU... it won't show your actual speed... - use CPU-Z for an accurate info...
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Krindor
Level 11

‎03-13-2013 03:10 AM

Also don´t have 2 monitoring programs running at the same time so either use CPUz or AI, I suggest you uninstall AI and use CPUz
| Chassi: Phantom Fulltower White Edition | Mobo: Maximus V Extreme | CPU: i7 3770k
| Memory: 2x8gb G.Skill Trident X 2400mhz | GPU: PNY Geforce GTX 670 | PSU: NZXT Hale 90 750w
| SSD: Intel 120gb 330 series (OS) | Intel 120gb 330 series (Games n stuff)
| Monitor: LG 29EA93 | Cooling: Custom Loop
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ventoux
Level 7

‎03-13-2013 05:27 AM

yes, I'm using CPUz
It only goes up to 3.8 at 100% CPU usage.
I only checked with AI and windows task manager to double check.
I'm puzzled, as this seems very straight forward. I followed the exact same steps in the guide.
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Zka17
Level 16

‎03-13-2013 05:32 AM

What is your setting in the Windows Power management? Is it "High Performance"?
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ventoux
Level 7
In response to Zka17

‎03-13-2013 05:41 AM

Zka17 wrote:
What is your setting in the Windows Power management? Is it "High Performance"?


Yes, High Performance.
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Zka17
Level 16

‎03-13-2013 05:46 AM

Hm... can you post screenshots of your actual BIOS settings?
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ventoux
Level 7
In response to Zka17

‎03-13-2013 06:30 AM

Zka17 wrote:
Hm... can you post screenshots of your actual BIOS settings?


I can RDP into the rig from work - but no BIOS screens 'til after work.
I followed the guide precisely, so my screens are identical to those shown.

What other screens of the BIOS would I show?
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Mankz
Level 10

‎03-13-2013 05:49 AM

Out of interest, what kind of cooler/temps are you getting? From the OC thread it looks like the stock Intel all in one cooler thing jobbie?
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