Should I exchange my i5-4670k for a shot at a better chip?

[SOFTengCOMPelec]

Not directing this at you, but doing fraudulent and frivolous returns is a scumbag move that increases costs for everyone. IT's basically a waste of time for maybe 100mhz which will make absolutely zero difference in perceptible performance - all the while, offloading a used CPU on someone else no problem?

Come on man. Don't do the scumbag move. And If I were the store owner as someone else mentioned, I would tell you to get out and never return.

This.


Also can you actually return it after you have opened it, and used it ?

Some return for any reason claims, only apply when you return the item unopened, unused, still sealed in its original box. (In the UK).
I guess it depends on the shops policies where you bought it.

 

[JEDIYoda]

correct me if I am wrong...but once you over clock a CPU the warranty is voided!

Also return policies are not in place for you to return the CPU just because you are overclocking and are not satisfied.

In fact I would bet you that if you returned the CPU and told them the truth that you were over clocking your CPU that you would be shown the door!

 

[jacktesterson]

Not directing this at you, but doing fraudulent and frivolous returns is a scumbag move that increases costs for everyone. IT's basically a waste of time for maybe 100mhz which will make absolutely zero difference in perceptible performance - all the while, offloading a used CPU on someone else no problem?

Come on man. Don't do the scumbag move. And If I were the store owner as someone else mentioned, I would tell you to get out and never return.

who you directing at then?

Agreed

 

[wilds]

The extra few hundred megahertz you could potentially get would be a moot point by the time you upgrade.

 

[bononos]

How is this defrauding the return policy? I can return for any reason I see fit. It doesn't have to be defective. I would just walk in and tell them I'm not satisfied with the performance of the chip and would like to exchange for another. That's customer service.

Intel on paper doesn't allow returns for overclocked products whether or not you fry a chip or don't get the desired results. They sell a overclocking protection warranty for around $30 which allows 1 exchange.

 

[tweakboy]

He should do it for future proof.

 

[Maximilian]

Not directing this at you, but doing fraudulent and frivolous returns is a scumbag move that increases costs for everyone. IT's basically a waste of time for maybe 100mhz which will make absolutely zero difference in perceptible performance - all the while, offloading a used CPU on someone else no problem?

Come on man. Don't do the scumbag move. And If I were the store owner as someone else mentioned, I would tell you to get out and never return.

Nah they factor this kind of stuff into the item price by default, dosent increase prices at all.

 

[jacktesterson]

Nah they factor this kind of stuff into the item price by default, dosent increase prices at all.

so it does factor in the price?

 

[JBT]

Unless you are going solely for benchmark scores I wouldn't worry about it. If you are just going for real world performance and feel. Stick with what you've got.

 

[Vesku]

Nah they factor this kind of stuff into the item price by default, dosent increase prices at all.

An increase in this behavior will be factored into the price of the next release of SKUs. Still there is a distinction between RMAing to Intel and returning to point of purchase. If a retailer *cough*Amazon*cough* is using very generous return policies and processing to win and retain customers than taking advantage of that service is morally neutral, imo.

Still, doesn't seem like many people think you should flip the coin on this one. The chip you have seems to be decent, unless your "just air cooling" setup happens to be something like a Noctua NH-D14, Phantek PH-TC14, Thermalright Silver Arrow, or similar with good ambient temps.

 

[SunnyD]

Does it run correctly at stock speeds? Then you got exactly what you paid for and you should be satisfied with your purchase. Your question is akin to me going in to a store with a similar policy, buying something, and throwing a fit because the cashier refused to give me a happy ending despite their customer service pledge to "make the customer happy, no matter what."

If you want to bin your chips, do it on your own god damn dime.

 

[tweakboy]

That CPU voltage 1.25v is way too low if your planning on OCing.

You need 1.30v for a free 4Ghz. I cant guarantee it just might experiences with this.

Your OC is not stable because your voltage is very low. You need to take it to 1.32v and just play with it.

 

[tential]

Overclocks don't have to be guaranteed. The return policy states: if I'm not satisfied with my purchase for any reason, then I have the right to return or exchange.

It is still kind of messed up.

Especially because of 200mhz that isn't even guaranteed.

I think though you probably should upgrade to a 4770k.

 

[moonbogg]

If I were you, i'd buy another chip, keep the better chip and sell the other one on ebay. That's your solution. Man up. Take the hit. Also, i5's are becoming less than optimal for newer games.

 

[schmuckley]

If I were you, i'd buy another chip, keep the better chip and sell the other one on ebay. That's your solution. Man up. Take the hit. Also, i5's are becoming less than optimal for newer games.

I like that idea
4.2 is pretty bad..are you sure it's not operator error?
Last one I had would do 4.7 on water..
I think i had to dial it back to 4.4 when my water pump broke.

 

[DigDog]

maybe you could try the delidding way (as seen on this here forum).
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mLT-J76Tbgg

 

[tweakboy]

Yes you can ,, upgrade to 4770k ALthought that is not a real upgrade, its more like a sidegrade. gl