5 Minute Overclock: Ryzen 9 7900X to 5912 MHz

In this video, we're overclocking the Ryzen 9 7900X CPU up to 5912 MHz in 5 minutes or less using the ASUS ROG Crosshair X670E Extreme motherboard and EK-Quantum custom loop water cooling.
I'll speed-run you through the BIOS settings and provide some notes and tips along the way.
Please note that this is for entertainment purposes only and not the whole picture. Please don't outright copy these settings and apply them to your system. If you want to learn how to overclock this system, please check out the longer SkatterBencher video.
Watch the more detailed SkatterBencher here: • Ryzen 9 7900X Undervol...
00:00 Intro
00:41 Ryzen 9 7950X Overclock Settings
05:40 Ryzen 9 7950X Overclock Performance Result
05:46 Outro
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Any questions on our overclocking, ask in the comments! If you wish to help us add subtitles to this video, please contact us via twitter @skatterbencher

[@gscurd75]

For some reason when you said Extreme Tweaker an image of a guy with no teeth smiling at me flashed in my head

[@TheShadod]

Why is this comment so underrated

[@XxTetsusaiga00xX]

I almost spit out my coffee. Thank you for that. 🤣

[@SkatterBencher]

Please note that this is for entertainment purposes only and not the whole picture. Please don't outright copy these settings and apply them to your system. If you want to learn how to overclock this system, please check out the longer SkatterBencher video kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZCkfquMmLhleq8 Heads Up! If your CPU is not boosting beyond 5.5 GHz when more than 4 cores are active, here's why: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2nOl2qGqNOSkJI

[@trevoC132]

Does this longer video apply and can be used for the 7900x3D chips?

[@Kenny17674]

@@trevoC132No. those chips are locked unless you overclock your BCLK

[@m4nc1n1]

I just did this to my 7900X and B650E-E. Onlt thing is I am using a be quiet! Pure Rock 2 FX (i added a second fan tho). Testing now :)

[@fanatik3287]

How did it go

[@Byrni1111]

​@@fanatik3287 Did he die from this?

[@fanatik3287]

@@Byrni1111 probably 😆

[@Byrni1111]

@@fanatik3287 Poor guy 🤣

[@FirstLast-bi1ve]

Best overclocker.

[@GrantZ90]

Personally I would probably rather go with the PBO2 curve optimizer strategy that you outlined in the full video. Or at least try it at first just to see if you got really lucky with the silicon. Was able to set -30 offset for one CCD and -26 for the other while being fully stable in all workloads. Compared to this strategy it was a win-some-lose-some situation, where heavily multi-threaded tasks benefited and single threaded tasks lost by a bit in some tests (e.g. CPU-Z ST scored 5-10 points lower, but SuperPI was 0.7s faster for some reason). As an addition to your guide I'd probably recommend Actually Hardcore Overclocking's guide to Ryzen 7000 memory overclocking.

[@genergia]

I have set up a nice OC with eclk method on my 7900X and strixe X670. Boost to 5,9GHz on 2 best CCD0 cores. 2100 in CINEBENCH R23 single thread (incredible). 30700 in Cinebench R23 multithread . Bclk2 = 105MHz Max CPU boost clock override = -25MHz CO => +5 all cores. Problem is that when it comes to gaming and heavy CPU games like MW3 for example, all cores boost max to 5,3GHz to 5,4GHz. I loose the boost clock limiter algorithm at 5,5GHz all cores when more than 4 cores are active …. if you have a golden 7900X and a custom loop for cooling, maybe you could recover 5,5GHz all cores while gaming with eclk method….but this is for 5% maybe of 7900X on the market. So for an average CPU or bad binned one, it is better to go for PBO2 and CO method which keep 5,5GHz all cores while gaming, but with less performances in Cinebench than with eclk method, which I don’t care.

[@cjceeez9897]

youre the man. thanks!

[@beardedgaming3741]

why didnt you try and pull down memory timings further? if the kit is rated at 6400, i would think there would be more headroom to lower to cl30 or cl28 at 6000. that should give a pretty heavy boost? also have you tried tweaking the sub timings? ive seen reports of that giving as much as 10% improvement on its own

[@azleb86]

What if you don't have an option for BCLK2? I have the TUF GAMING X670E-PLUS WIFI

[@SkatterBencher]

Then you can still rely on the Precision Boost Overdrive 2 tools to squeeze more performance out of your chip. You can check the longer SkatterBencher video for more information kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZCkfquMmLhleq8

[@keegansmith1957]

Just wondering if you could expand on why the curve optimizer values are different per core. I’d think you’d want the same for each - why the chosen values?

[@SkatterBencher]

Similar to how the overclocking capability of every CPU is different, also the capability of every core is different. And similar to how the overclocking capability is different, also the undervolting capability of every core is different. Hence, why we use different values for each core.

[@michaeldennard3579]

I appreciate the info you shared, I just recently purchased this processor and was curious if these settings were consistent with newer bios, such as the memory speed, as I have 7200 and wondered if anyone has adjusted for anything faster than the 6000 or if this setting should still be used. Thanks!

[@SkatterBencher]

Recently, Ryzen CPUs have gotten a lot better with high-speed memory. With the Ryzen 8000 series, I'm now easily running above DDR5-7000 with EXPO enabled. So you can definitely see if it works on your system

[@SkippiiKai]

Wow, that's a lot of power and heat for a average 3.9% increase in scores... Not sure if that's worth it for me.

[@hman2875]

You could always set the curve to negative and still get more performance for less power

[@geronaef1243]

Hello, 1 question, i have an Asrock x670e steel legend, does it has an external clock generator like asus?

[@Speak_Out_and_Remove_All_Doubt]

I love your videos, thank you for your hard work. You have probably answered this a million times but will you be getting any Raptor Lake CPUs?

[@SkatterBencher]

Thanks for the kind words! Yes, I'm planning guides for all Raptor Lake K-SKU CPUs. In fact, I just finished the 13700K testing last weekend and I already have the 13900K on another test bench :)

[@Speak_Out_and_Remove_All_Doubt]

@@SkatterBencher amazing, I can't wait! I currently have a 12600K (@ all core 5.3) but I'm tempted to sell it and get the 13700K but I can't decide if I will see that much of an improvement over the overclocked chip I already own, although obviously I get more cores. Plus I'm only using DDR4 and it seems a lot of the performance for Raptor Lake comes from using really fast DDR5 so will a lot of the gains be lost here by my slower memory (3200 cl16)? I mainly used it for content creation rather than gaming but I've not seen any good content creation comparisons between DDR4 and DDR5 on Raptor Lake.

[@TeNou7]

thanks for the video. can I basically copy everything you did on the rog strix x670e-f with a 7900X? ill check before and after performance to see if it helped and if anything doesnt work that well. currently Im just using the AI Overclock feature from the rog strix board, is this also a viable option?

[@SkatterBencher]

I would never suggest to copy the settings from the 5 Minute OC video. Rather, I would suggest to watch the full length skatterbencher guide which will help you understand why we're doing certain things kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZCkfquMmLhleq8 If you're struggling to get a manual overclock going, then AI OC is definitely a good avenue!

[@DarkSkarStudio]

Awesome work! I am planing to buy a new Ryzen cpu (maybe 7950x3d in January) but I am worried about RAM performance because I want to have 64GB and if I put 4x16GB in the motherboard it will lose speed. My guess is that I have to buy an 2x32gb kit but the best DDR5 I have found at this size are only 6000 Mhz speed. In your opinion would it be enough to do overclock with that RAM? (G.Skill Trident Z5 NEO Serie RGB (AMD Expo) 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) 288 pines SDRAM DDR5 6000 CL32-38-38-96)

[@slavefeet57]

6000 so far has been the sweet spot anyway. Also ram speeds with the 3D chips aren't as important with non 3D. You already mentioned the duel channel problem. If you absolutely need 64GBs yes the 2x32 at 6000 would absolutely be the way to go. It will perform much faster than 4x16gb regardless of the ram because of the architecture limits on duel channel.

[@DarkSkarStudio]

@@slavefeet57 Thank you. I finally purchased the 7950x (non 3d) with 2x32 at 6000. It was a lot of money but I am happy with it

[@nikolaforzane2285]

: 10 months in .. how is the 7950x?

[@DarkSkarStudio]

@@nikolaforzane2285 running great at 5,5 Ghz, more than enough for me, I haven't done anything crazy

[@jad1920]

Ty she running good now

[@jaytoffical960]

Could you please do 7950x on this motherboard

[@daan9709]

Yea please

[@Basically11]

Agreed. I can't find anything for the asus x670e and a 7950x

[@RafnII]

What is the best way for overclocking 7950x for 3DMARK? I am on Asus X670E Gene

[@genergia]

With all these positive CO values, temperatures should increase and then Cinebench multi score should be low…. I don’t really understand how you can have this bump in CBR23 Multiscore with positive CO.

[@SkatterBencher]

Your logic is entirely correct. The only thing that's missing is the 105 MHz eCLK. While the Precision Boost algorithm will force a decrease of frequency because the higher temperature, with eCLK I force the frequency to be higher. Let's say the original frequency is 5000 MHz and it's been reduced to 4875 MHz due to temperatures. With my 105 MHz eCLK, I actually force it to run at 5119 MHz (4800 x 1.05). So ultimately the performance will be higher because the frequency is higher. I know it's a bit of a weird one since we've come to equate CO with undervolt, but for Ryzen 7000 there's a viable OC strategy for positive CO and eCLK.

[@genergia]

@@SkatterBencher Thank you very much. I will try this eclk method, but I am not too optimistic with my 7950X sample. It is not a good sample for sure. I already tried Medium Load Boostit and I crash, mainly in games and specifically FPU test of Aida (reboots). I will try first eclk with positive CO at 30 for all cores and let see.

[@SkatterBencher]

I would suggest to watch my longer SkatterBencher video where I explain the eclk OC strategy in depth kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZCkfquMmLhleq8 I wouldn't recommend starting with CO +30 because you'll then be limited to finetune each core.

[@genergia]

@@SkatterBencher I just tried eclk and I loose 1500 points in CBR23 multicore score versus my PBO2 CO overclock. Boost frequencies in the test are higher but effective frequencies are lower

[@asbregafio8891]

hi, which controller manufacturer do you think is the safest and has a history that proves its reliability? Between Kioxia, WD, SK Hynix, Silicon Motion, InnoGrit and Phison?

[@SkatterBencher]

I am not familiar with the storage market, so unfortunately I cannot give advice

[@beachboy_boobybuilder]

Dude, is there a way to manually overclock the 7900 (non X) from stock clock of 3.7GHz to lets say 4.2GHz across all cores?.

[@SkatterBencher]

Yes. The non-X is unlocked for overclocking, so you can set it to any frequency you want :)

[@beachboy_boobybuilder]

@@SkatterBencher - so dude, how do I go about overclocking it from 3.7Ghz stock clock to 4.2GhZ?.

[@OneCosmic749]

Do you plan on releasing a 13900K dynamic OC video? I am looking forward for your tips how to setup the BIOS on ASUS mobos. Thanks

[@SkatterBencher]

Yes, I am working on the guides now. I'm planning to look at the 13900K + Apex as well as 13600K + Z790-A Strix as far as ASUS goes

[@sylvesteralssema]

Is this running a 7900x at 5912mhz constant? because i hit 6368 mhz with standard boost clock

[@alsteooaai]

hi, one question, is there any important specification of an SSD (controller or Nand or DRAM) more suitable for programming, ML, AI, Deep learning and use of 3D design? Which affects this type of productivity and gives it an edge

[@SkatterBencher]

It's a great question but unfortunately I don't have that much experience with storage performance. I include AI Benchmark (pypi.org/project/ai-benchmark/) in all my recent overclocking guides and it's usually the benchmark that scales best with enabling more power, XMP/EXPO, and pushing the frequency.

[@alsteooaai]

@@SkatterBencher I don't understand, what is this site for?

[@Basso212]

Doing this process consist on having any issues related to latest am5 socket damage?

[@garrickoates9424]

Have a B650E and it lacks some of the settings, resulting in worse performance.

[@ochnoe274]

Great Video, could you make a 13700k OC video please?

[@SkatterBencher]

My Raptor Lake content is in the works! :)

[@Droxy-]

When I set up my memory to DOCP it only gives me one frequency

[@officalflash5534]

Will this work with 7900x on my b650 tuf asus full atx mobo

[@darknraullhisdarkness2834]

Hey man I'm sooo so lost atm never been good with overclocking but i can't seem to no matter what find out what I need to do to get the best outta my op PC . Is it possible you could or anyone leave a discord link I could join, and they can walk me though it?

[@mariolp2999]

it's a nice overclock but the temps are too high.. better to limit the tdp to at least 105 watts and set the curve optimizer to negative 20

[@ThickShligga]

Anyone else here not have an eclk setting? I'm on B650E-E 7900X

[@bigbird9964]

I just did this and still dint work… dosent go at 5,9

[@fullspeedfordbronco]

Amazing work! Any chance you could provide curve numbers for a 7700X?

[@SkatterBencher]

I already covered the 7700X in my SkatterBencher guide: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZnaTi2efmtRqpNk The 5 minute overclock video will come next week

[@tonymorris4335]

@@SkatterBencher Hey, I can't get mine to boost over 5625 with a single thread cinebench so I'm not hitting the 4 core AGESA limit they added. I have seen it run higher before stable but now I'm not getting it with these settings. And ideas why? I'm only hitting 70C.

[@RiAv33]

Hi, i have a AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D, i can do that? GREETHINGS!

[@SkatterBencher]

I suggest you watch my full length guide for the 7950X3D for OC guidance :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3Paf6dshalgZpI

[@Clouder77]

Can I do these same steps with the 7950X on this board?

[@SkatterBencher]

Yes, though I would recommend watching my longer SkatterBencher video for more context and multiple OC Strategies kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZCkfquMmLhleq8

[@pkdustin7559]

How did you become knowledgeable in these things? I’m overclocking my amd ryzen 9 7900x now and everything you said seems foreign 😂

[@SkatterBencher]

I've been doing this since I built my first computer in 2002 :)

[@Jack27372]

are you going to do one on 13900k?

[@SkatterBencher]

Yes, working on it right now! :)

[@NewHardwareOnline]

Can you do the same whit the 7950x plz 🙂

[@SkatterBencher]

7950X 5 Minute OC is already up! :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4m4YnmArceHpbs

[@NewHardwareOnline]

@@SkatterBencher yes but not whit the Asus Extreme Motherboard 🙂

[@genesysttv6386]

Hi, do you think I can do oc with an Asus rog strix B650 E-E and the 7900x. I have a 1200 thermaltake power supply (new model) the RAM is at 6600mhz. Thanks

[@SkatterBencher]

Yes, your CPU and motherboard are capable of overclocking :)

[@genesysttv6386]

@@SkatterBencher Can I use these same data? or do you think i should make a new oc. I'm new . I have never done oc before.

[@ltrubinsky]

why avx disabled ?

[@SkatterBencher]

AVX disabled?

[@NuniqueNewNork]

you dont want your TDC over the actual amount of cooling your cooler provides. Try a TDC of about 133 unless you have a good liquid cooler AND time to RMa your chip if you launch Prime 95 and other tools a lot.

[@skjaldr7173]

Is eCLK MB specific? I'm on x670e proart and I can't find this setting.

[@SkatterBencher]

To be able to use Eclk, there needs to be external clock generators on the motherboard. So it's motherboard design specific whether it's supported or not.

[@skjaldr7173]

@@SkatterBencher Thanks, is there a way to tell which boards have an external clock generator on them? I would imagine that would be a feature on all x670e MB, but i gurss not... Also, is the performance difference worth switching boards?

[@Ike2117]

@@skjaldr7173 the only asus boards that support async clock are the strix and crosshair. Tuf and proart dont

[@johns.1898]

Any chance you will do this guide for gigabyte boards?