overclocking guideline

[wtfwfs]

hi all

im using a asus z87a mobo i7 4770k

aiming to clock to 4.2ghz

any values to recommend?

 

[Swiftbladez]

Every chip is different. You have to try it out yourself.

 

[GrimaH]

What CPU cooler have you got? If it's the stock cooler it's not going to make it.

Also, use variable voltage overclocking (Auto + voltage offsets). Just set your desired multiplier and see how much voltage the motherboard is supplying while running, say, Prime95. If stable, offset voltage down a bit and try again until unstable. If unstable, do the reverse until stable.