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Safe long term voltage for A64 3000+

MrK6

MrK6

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Hey guys, quick question. I've been wondering what's safe for long term voltage for my 3000+ (Clawhammer core, CG revision). Currently I run it at 2.3GHz (256x9) @ 1.65v. However, if I want to go to 2.35 or 2.4+, it needs 1.7v. I run folding at home, so my comp is on constantly. Temps are fine at 1.65, it idles at case temp (usually 26-28C) and loads at 40-42C. This is all on a thermaltake silent boost with a 9CM CAT fan. So, does running that high of voltage through the chip greatly affect its longetivity? I know the Athlon XPs could run 1.8v and higher for years with no problem, but I'm wondering about the A64's. I dont think heat will be an issue, but I'm worrying about killing the processor early. THanks alot!
 
I'm interested in the same thing, I've been running my A64 3200+ at 2.4ghz with 1.65v with a venus 12 ever since I got it a few months ago. I think it should be fine and most people will tell you 1.7v is the highest on air cooling you should go.
 
Yah, I keep looking around and that seems to be the consensus. I'm already 17C over case temp during load with 1.65v, 1.7 puts me 22C+ over, so I guess that much more voltage really heats up the chip. I guess I'll keep pushing her higher and higher under 1.65v, and find a sweet spot, unless anyone can offer a good arguement for running 1.7v :thumbsup:
 
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