Core i7/X58 Overclocking Thread

[Hot'n'Chilly]

My max in RealTemp from Prime is 62C, with LinX it get to 70C.
A "safe" temp to use... I think you will get different answers to that. I guess its personal, I would run a system that would get 70C max on Prime for everyday use. But it depends on how long you are expecting your CPU to last. 1-2 years or 5+ years?

How much vcore are you using? 1.385v? what kind of cooling are you on?

I'm using 1.35v for the CPU Voltage @ 3.8ghz right now, using a Noctua air cooler. I'd like to be able to run this system for at least 3 years (even if I upgrade I tend to keep old PCs for back up duty). Am I running too hot for 3.8ghz, I notice that you are cooler at a higher clock... are you on water then?