As part of our short review, we will consider the phased overclocking of the AMD processor. Programs make this operation as quick and easy as possible. Therefore, most computer specialists use the appropriate software for these purposes. It is on the example of special software from the developer that the material will be presented in the future.
What is it for?
What ultimately gives overclocking AMD processor? The program allows you to increase the clock speed of the CPU. The latter, although it is not a determining factor, but still significantly affects the performance of the computing system as a whole. The higher the frequency of the microprocessor, the more it can process data and instructions in one clock cycle. And the faster he is able to complete the task assigned to him.
AMD concept
Most microprocessors today from such a renowned manufacturer as Intel come with a locked multiplier. That is, these chips are initially impossible to overclock. In turn, the existing AMD range is fundamentally different in this regard. Almost all microprocessors of this manufacturer have an unlocked multiplier. Therefore, overclocking the AMD processor is quite simple. To find a program in Russian for this operation is extremely problematic. But the interface of the proprietary Amd OverDrive utility is as simple as possible; understanding a novice computer specialist who decided to increase the performance of a personal computer will not be difficult. But its interface can only be found in English. This is her only drawback.
Computer requirements
Before a program is selected to overclock an AMD Athlon processor or any other processor, we will determine the requirements that are put forward for the hardware of a computing system. Again, in the case of increased productivity by increasing the nominal clock frequency of the CPU, the personal computer must be specially equipped.
First of all, the power supply must have a large supply of power. For example, its value should be 1 kW or even 1.2 kW. Also, the personal computer motherboard should be based on an improved chipset and have an improved power system layout. It will also be useful to have solid-state capacitors instead of conventional electrolytic ones. To maximize the speed of your PC, it is recommended to install RAM modules with the highest possible frequency value.
Separately, it should be noted the requirements for the cooling system. The regular cooler included in the delivery is designed for CPU operation only in nominal mode. Therefore, to disperse the microprocessor, an advanced cooling system is needed. Moreover, to achieve maximum results, it is recommended to use such devices based on liquid cooling. If it is planned to achieve not so great results, then you can get by with an improved air cooler.
Program selection
It is also necessary to choose software to perform this operation. Conventionally, such software can be divided into two large groups. The first of them includes utilities developed by manufacturers individually for their own model range of motherboards. That is, for example, ASUS is developing certain software for its products. And such software can only work stably with its products. Similarly, MSI provides the user with its own set of utilities. This approach is not entirely convenient. When changing the manufacturer of the motherboard, the user will again be forced to deal with the interface of the supplied software.
Therefore, it is preferable in this situation to use universal software. For example, a program designed to overclock an AMD FX processor is ideal for these purposes. It is developed by specialists of the hardware manufacturer, it is completely free and can be downloaded without any difficulties from the official site of Analog Micro Device. In addition, her interface is universal and does not depend on which motherboard is used as part of the PC. Therefore, it is recommended that it be strongly applied when increasing the speed of a personal computer with AMD chips.
General overclocking algorithm
After the most optimal program for overclocking the AMD 64 processor has been selected, we will decide on the procedure for increasing PC performance due to an increase in the CPU clock speed. The algorithm in this case includes the following basic actions:
- Download OverDrive utility from the official website of the manufacturer.
- We install it by fulfilling the requests of the installation wizard.
- Then it is recommended to restart the computer.
- At the next stage, run the previously installed program.
- After opening its interface, go to the tab "Performance". Next, open the “Clock / Voltage” section.
- In the lower right corner of the interface that opens, there is a section "Clock". In it, select the "Select Cores". Then we drag the multiplier slider under it by 2-3 values up and click “Apply”. After this change will take effect.
- Next, move to the “Test” tab. We run a PC stability check on it. If everything is fine, then go back to the previous tab and increase the multiplier again. Otherwise, the result of the check will be negative. In this case, it is necessary to increase the voltage in the "Clock / Voltage" tab and re-check the operation of the computer.
- By increasing the frequency and voltage of the CPU, you need to get to the point where the PC ceases to work stably. After that, we return to the previous value and save the parameters. We check once again the stability of the computer. And exit the program.
You need to focus on the frequency values of 4.2-4.4 GHz and a voltage of 1.42-1.425 V. As experience shows, when these values are reached, the modern AMD Ryzen CPU gives the maximum speed. Exceeding the previously indicated values is unacceptable for the reason that the PC in this case may begin to function unstably.
Verification of the health and stability of computer operation
Overclocking an AMD processor through a program is essentially complete. Now, using third-party utilities, it is recommended to additionally check the general stability of the PC. To do this, it is recommended to download AIDA 64. Next, this utility is installed and launched. In its main menu, select "Service", and in it - "Stability Test". Set the checkboxes opposite all the elements of the PC and start the scan using the “Start” button. At the end of the test, we study the results obtained. If the PC works stably, then we exit the program and the computer can now be operated. Otherwise, we return to OverDrive and reduce the frequency and voltage of the central chip and check again.
Reviews
Previously, AMD microprocessors could overclock quite significantly. The increase in the speed of their work could reach 25%. Recently, the results are not so impressive. But all the same, overclocking AMD processors continues to be relevant. The OverDrive program is designed to make this process as simple as possible for the end user, and she simply copes with this task perfectly. This is exactly how the AMD hardware platform and the provided software for it are currently characterized by the owners.
Conclusion
In this review, the AMD processor overclocking procedure was described. OverDrive really simplified this process as much as possible. Now anyone can handle such an operation without any problems. But the real increase in performance greatly depends on the configuration of the PC. The better the components, the higher the final speed of the computer.