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Overclocking Intel Core i5 4690k

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What would I gain from overclocking my i5 4690k to speeds like 4.4- 4.6 Ghz? I use this computer mainly for gaming, and overclocking my GPU didn't improve my gaming experience too much. Somehow, I think I've lost the silicon lottery with this one. 

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Intel Core i5 4690k @ 3.5Ghz, MSI z97 PC Mate, Gigabyte GTX 970 G1 gaming, 4x2 Kingston HyperX blu 1600Mhz, 1 Tb Seagate Barracuda 7200rpm, Corsair CX600M PSU, Corsair AF120 Performance edition 3x, Xigmatek Stock fans 3x, Xigmatek Mach PC Case, Asus VX239H 1080p IPS LED 23". 

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What would I gain from overclocking my i5 4690k to speeds like 4.4- 4.6 Ghz? I use this computer mainly for gaming, and overclocking my GPU didn't improve my gaming experience too much. Somehow, I think I've lost the silicon lottery with this one.

I dont know exactly how much would extra you would get. Im assuming you know the K series of Intel is designed for better overclocking. Only thing is that motherboard wont be great for overclocking. Do you have a aftermarket CPU cooler, because stock might not be powerful enough to manage that beast

Been playing on a laptop for 6 years, I play Dota 2 with 10fps. Some might say this is impossible, I say its just annoying

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Depends on what games you play. I don't really see a reason not to overclock as you've already got a K part. Just get a decent aircooler and overclock it.

The stock cooler you've got cooling your CPU isn't helping your overclocking efforts.

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I dont know exactly how much would extra you would get. Im assuming you know the K series of Intel is designed for better overclocking. Only thing is that motherboard wont be great for overclocking. Do you have a aftermarket CPU cooler, because stock might not be powerful enough to manage that beast

I'm planning to get CM 212x Evo before I overclock, how will my motherboard affect overclocking?

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Intel Core i5 4690k @ 3.5Ghz, MSI z97 PC Mate, Gigabyte GTX 970 G1 gaming, 4x2 Kingston HyperX blu 1600Mhz, 1 Tb Seagate Barracuda 7200rpm, Corsair CX600M PSU, Corsair AF120 Performance edition 3x, Xigmatek Stock fans 3x, Xigmatek Mach PC Case, Asus VX239H 1080p IPS LED 23". 

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The stock cooler you've got cooling your CPU isn't helping your overclocking efforts.

yes, thanks for reminding me. That's actually why I haven't tried overclocking yet. 

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Intel Core i5 4690k @ 3.5Ghz, MSI z97 PC Mate, Gigabyte GTX 970 G1 gaming, 4x2 Kingston HyperX blu 1600Mhz, 1 Tb Seagate Barracuda 7200rpm, Corsair CX600M PSU, Corsair AF120 Performance edition 3x, Xigmatek Stock fans 3x, Xigmatek Mach PC Case, Asus VX239H 1080p IPS LED 23". 

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I'm planning to get CM 212x Evo before I overclock, how will my motherboard affect overclocking?

You're motherboard MAY affect how well the power is delivered to the CPU note the all - caps MAY, motherboards vary and this one is a regular cheap one that I plan to get myself. If you haven't built you're PC (which I'm guessing you have) then the BIOS might be a problem. Check out an LTT on over-clocking, they'll tell you all you need to know

Been playing on a laptop for 6 years, I play Dota 2 with 10fps. Some might say this is impossible, I say its just annoying

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You're motherboard MAY affect how well the power is delivered to the CPU note the all - caps MAY, motherboards vary and this one is a regular cheap one that I plan to get myself. If you haven't built you're PC (which I'm guessing you have) then the BIOS might be a problem. Check out an LTT on over-clocking, they'll tell you all you need to know

Alright, thank you so much for tip! 

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Intel Core i5 4690k @ 3.5Ghz, MSI z97 PC Mate, Gigabyte GTX 970 G1 gaming, 4x2 Kingston HyperX blu 1600Mhz, 1 Tb Seagate Barracuda 7200rpm, Corsair CX600M PSU, Corsair AF120 Performance edition 3x, Xigmatek Stock fans 3x, Xigmatek Mach PC Case, Asus VX239H 1080p IPS LED 23". 

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I'm planning to get CM 212x Evo before I overclock, how will my motherboard affect overclocking?

Your motherboard mught affect it a bit because of smaller heatsinks than more enthusiast motherboard which means your motherboard voltage delivery will get toasty if you exagerate but it should be fine for 4,4 at 1.23

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