[SOLVED] i7 8700k keeps crashing at 5ghz

[Gabriel_234]

Im a n00b plz help
Specs:
8700k
Asus Prime z370-p
3200mhz 16gb
1070ti
550w
watercooled with a 240mm radiator.

Problem!:

So I loaded the preset 5ghz OC profile on the board with the xmp profile. Was fine for some weeks and the crashes started
Im a novice at this and I've got no idea why this is happening and I would like some pointers/help in getting better.

I'm thinking about copying these settings (

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=os8x9AV4ToI
) would that be unwise of me??

Kind regards
Gabriel_234 (Denmark)

 

[WildCard999]

Using Auto overclocking utilities or copying someone else's OC settings is a bad idea as every chip is different. Since you used a auto overclocking utility my guess is that the voltage is way too high for the CPU and while that doesn't normally cause crashes it can lessen the lifespan of the CPU significantly (electromigration). For now I would revert the OC back to stock (you can leave the XMP profile for the memory overclocked). Hopefully this stops the crashes. If it does then read up on the Intel Temperature Guide by CompuTronix and learn how to overclock correctly, the guide has the tools needed to do so.

How To - Intel CPU Temperature Guide

Update: September 19th, 2024 Preface The topic of processor temperatures can be very confusing. Conflicting opinions based on misconceptions concerning terminology, specifications and testing leaves users uncertain of how to properly check cooling performance. This Guide provides an...

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If the crashes don't stop after reverting the overclock to stock then your going to need to figure out why, maybe it's a temp issue, maybe power delivery.

 

[Gabriel_234]

Using Auto overclocking utilities or copying someone else's OC settings is a bad idea as every chip is different. Since you used a auto overclocking utility my guess is that the voltage is way too high for the CPU and while that doesn't normally cause crashes it can lessen the lifespan of the CPU significantly (electromigration). For now I would revert the OC back to stock (you can leave the XMP profile for the memory overclocked). Hopefully this stops the crashes. If it does then read up on the Intel Temperature Guide by CompuTronix and learn how to overclock correctly, the guide has the tools needed to do so.

How To - Intel CPU Temperature Guide

Update: September 19th, 2024 Preface The topic of processor temperatures can be very confusing. Conflicting opinions based on misconceptions concerning terminology, specifications and testing leaves users uncertain of how to properly check cooling performance. This Guide provides an...

forums.tomshardware.com

If the crashes don't stop after reverting the overclock to stock then your going to need to figure out why, maybe it's a temp issue, maybe power delivery.

The crashes has stopped. Temp never got higher than 83 and the oc passed 50 turns on Intel stress test

 

[WildCard999]

The crashes has stopped. Temp never got higher than 83 and the oc passed 50 turns on Intel stress test

Still I wouldn't continue with that auto overclock, it really should be done manually.

 

[bignastyid]

The z370 p has a fairly weak/basic VRM setup. I'm surprised it manged to do anything at 5GHz, if you want a stable overclock you need a board with a better VRM setup. For example the z370-e board in that youtube video has a better VRM setup than your board.

 

[Gabriel_234]

Still I wouldn't continue with that auto overclock, it really should be done manually.

I've reverted the oc yesterday after a vicious boot loop. The only settings in the preloaded OC was core ratio from auto > 50

 

[Gabriel_234]

The z370 p has a fairly weak/basic VRM setup. I'm surprised it manged to do anything at 5GHz, if you want a stable overclock you need a board with a better VRM setup. For example the z370-e board in that youtube video has a better VRM setup than your board.

What is VRM?

 

[bignastyid]

What is VRM?

What Is VRM and How It Affects CPU Performance

Motherboard VRMs are electrical components ensuring reliable power for your CPU. But what is a VRM, and how does it work?

www.maketecheasier.com

 

[bignastyid]

Your z-370 p only has 4 VRMs for the cpu. The better overclocking boards have 8 and the top tier have 12.