Hey Gang,
I was wondering if I would be able to get some input from you guys. So I have just completed building a new computer rig from the bottom up and need some help with determining how far I can push my Overclocking, but mostly whether or not my computer is being bottle necked in anyway.
Here are the Spec's to my parts:
CPU: Intel® Core™ i7-8700K Processor
GPU: EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti SC2 GAMING
RAM: G.SKILL Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) 288-Pin DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 3200 (PC4 25600)
MB: ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-E GAMING
PSU: HXi Series™ HX1000i
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D15 CPU Cooler
Case: Corsair Obsidian Series 750D
Purpose of Rig: Strictly hardcore gaming. I just got Far Cry 5, runs it pretty smooth but there are definite lag spikes.
QUESTION's:
1. Am I being Bottled necked?
2. How far can I push my CPU to be over clocked?
3. Is it possible to over clock my GPU?
4. What should my average idle temperatures be for my CPU, MB & GPU?
5. I know the PSU is overkill but I bought it because I'm going to be picking up another GTX 1080 SC2; Will this be enough PSU?
6. How do I over clock my cpu .. lol
Also, any recommendations for a monitor? I plan to get one with the following spec's: 27", 1440P, 144HZ, 1MS, G-SYNC. I actually bought the MSI MAG27CQ and experienced a dead pixel upon arrival 3x in a row. I decided to finally return the POS and wait patiently until I find the right monitor lol.
Please feel free to leave any comments or tips, as I'm a total newbie builder and Just need some help and advise!
Thanks everyone!!!