[SOLVED] With my build Should i overclock my cpu

[ryusky91]

https://www.userbenchmark.com/UserRun/17147566
i7 8700k
1070 ti rog stix 2100 mhz core clock 4.799 memory clock
3k ddr4 16 gb ram g.skill tridentz rgb
asus z390 e gaming mobo

my main question is. is it worth overclocking my cpu?
i mean i was told i wouldnt benefit from it is this true?

 

[RobCrezz]

What CPU cooler do you have?

You wont gain much gaming performance by overclocking your cpu, because the 8700k is already very fast and wont be holding back your 1070ti. However, in the future with a better graphics card it could be worthwhile.

That said, if you have a decent cpu cooler, then yeah go for it, its essentially extra performance for free.

 

[JQB45]

As a tip - only overclock if you can afford to replace the motherboard, CPU, video card, etc.
You will need a high end air cooler or a large AIO water cooler to over clock an 8700k

 

[ryusky91]

corsair h100i platinum rgb aio

 

[RobCrezz]

corsair h100i platinum rgb aio

Yeah that will be fine to overclock.

Make sure you follow a good guide or ask questions if you arent familiar with overclocking. Done correctly it can be safe.

 

[mitch074]

Pretty much all Intel CPUs are already overclocked once plugged into current motherboards (they remain in Turbo mode longer) - so yes, you should be able to push it further, but as said you'll need to make sure your cooler is up to the task. Now, yours isn't half bad - you can push your i7 some more. Check your PSU though, the CPU's max power use will climb some 25% and your motherboard will take some as well. I'd put a 700W in there at least, even if a good 600W may do the trick.

 

[ryusky91]

i have a 750 watt +80 gold