Question How much can I oc my CPU?

[Corgoi]

Hi guys. So I know that the amount of overclocking you can do to a CPU varies between every cpu, but mostly you need a better PSU and Cooler for more overclocking. So I was wondering... Besides the psu and cooler is there any other thing that limits the overclocking possibilities on a cpu?

I'm asking because I don't really know how much to spend on my cpu cooler. I'm getting an i5 9600k and I was thinking of a Dark Rock Pro 4, but the price range on the pro 4 is quite high compared to the i5.. And I was wondering.. Is it worth it to get it? Or since the cpu is an i5 i would get pretty much the same oc's with a dark rock pro 4 and a dark rock 4 (or some liquid cooling like auraflow 240) and the pro 4 only makes a difference on higher-end cpus, where you can actually oc a lot higher?

I would like to know your opinions guys, since I'm on a budget, which one should I get?

 

[Math Geek]

the motherboard power delivery is just as important. overclocking increases the power draw for the cpu by A LOT!! your motherboard needs to be able to handle giving this power, that includes cooling the vrm's on the mobo to keep them working their best. overclocking is a true "weakest link" occupation. everything effects the results and whatever can hold it back will.

then the silicon lottery comes into play as well which you already know.

 

[Pozu]

For overclocking you need a decent rig in general. Not only will you need a good cooler but you will also need a good motherboard. Make sure you get a motherboard with overclocking capabilities and do your research before purchasing it. Choose a CPU cooler that has a good price to performance level. A liquid cooler would be best for overclocking. I would recommend a 240mm cooler if you plan use liquid cooling. It helps a lot. With the 9600k you could get it up to 5 GHz depending on if the 9600k you have is a "good one" and you have adequate cooling. If you have never overclocked before than watch a couple videos on it to help. Just don't mess around with the voltage too much if you aren't experienced.

 

[Corgoi]

For overclocking you need a decent rig in general. Not only will you need a good cooler but you will also need a good motherboard. Make sure you get a motherboard with overclocking capabilities and do your research before purchasing it. Choose a CPU cooler that has a good price to performance level. A liquid cooler would be best for overclocking. I would recommend a 240mm cooler if you plan use liquid cooling. It helps a lot. With the 9600k you could get it up to 5 GHz depending on if the 9600k you have is a "good one" and you have adequate cooling. If you have never overclocked before than watch a couple videos on it to help. Just don't mess around with the voltage too much if you aren't experienced.

What do you think about z370-p II?

 

[Corgoi]

the motherboard power delivery is just as important. overclocking increases the power draw for the cpu by A LOT!! your motherboard needs to be able to handle giving this power, that includes cooling the vrm's on the mobo to keep them working their best. overclocking is a true "weakest link" occupation. everything effects the results and whatever can hold it back will.

then the silicon lottery comes into play as well which you already know.

Is z370-p ii alright?