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    Finally got the 920 - need some overclocking info...

    Discussion in 'Alienware M15x' started by UPGI2AYDD, Jun 14, 2015.

  1. UPGI2AYDD

    UPGI2AYDD Notebook Consultant

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    Just now have I finally installed a 920XM in my system, thus completing my upgrades for the system; I'm looking for some helpful insight on the processor as far as overclocking with Throttlestop and a means to bench it. It has a few weeks left to the Warranty yet and I would like to ensure it's a decent chip.

    Not new to overclocking by any means but just lurking and doing some mild research it seems these processors are a bit more intricate than bumping a slider a few Mhz at a time. So I want to soak up some information.

    All that's left now is a PSU... Still debating on a 210 or a 240....

    Thanks in advance...
     
    UPGI2AYDD, Jun 14, 2015
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  2. fatboyslimerr

    fatboyslimerr Alienware M15x Fanatic

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    Check out this post where I detail the basics of throttlestop using a couple of screenshots
    I finally upgraded
    Get whichever PSU is cheaper. Max watt drawn from the wall with my 940XM and 7970M both overclocked was 190W so 210W is sufficient.
     
    fatboyslimerr, Jun 14, 2015
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  3. Alienware-L_Porras

    Alienware-L_Porras Company Representative

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    I'd go with the 210W one. It's all you need.

    If you're planning to OC' make sure you always check the temperatures.
     
    Alienware-L_Porras, Jun 16, 2015
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    jexu Notebook Enthusiast

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    :) slim
     
    jexu, Jul 23, 2015
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  5. TqM

    TqM Notebook Guru

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    Run a fan controller like HWinfo along side throttlestop.
    If you're doing anything high stress you can override fans to respin to max constantly.
    It'll help you keep temperatures down. Of course make sure all your vents and heatsinks are clear.
    I don't suggest ever overriding your fans unless its for their maximum.
     
    TqM, Jul 24, 2015
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