Overclocking AMD Ryzen Processors: A New Era of Performance and Affordability

The world of computer hardware is constantly evolving, with new technologies and innovations emerging every year. One area that has seen significant advancements in recent times is overclocking. Overclocking allows users to push their processors beyond their factory-set speed limits, unlocking even more performance out of their chips. But how far can you take an AMD Ryzen processor, and what are the implications for gamers and enthusiasts?

One of the key factors that sets AMD apart from Intel when it comes to overclocking is the existence of a "K" series product line. These processors are specifically designed to be overclocked, with higher clock frequencies and more aggressive thermal designs than their non-K counterparts. This means that users can push their Ryzen K processors to even faster speeds without worrying about damaging the chip. However, not all Ryzen processors are created equal when it comes to overclocking.

The R5 series, for example, is a mixed bag when it comes to overclockability. Some models, such as the R7 1700 and 1800X, have higher clock frequencies out of the box than others, making them more suitable for enthusiasts who want to squeeze every last bit of performance from their processors. However, other models, like the R5 1400, are less overclockable due to their lower boost clocks.

But what happens when you try to push a non-K Ryzen processor beyond its factory-set speed limits? In some cases, you may be able to get away with it, but it's not always easy. The R5 1500X is a good example of this, as we were able to overclock our test system to 4.05 GHz using the Ryzen Master software and achieve better performance than some Intel processors.

The R5 1600 and 1600X are six-core, twelve-thread processors that don't quite fit into the same category as the 1400 and 1500X. While they're not as overclockable, they still offer excellent performance for gaming and content creation tasks. However, their relatively low boost clocks make them less desirable for enthusiasts who want to push their chips to the limit.

In our testing, we found that the R5 1600 was able to reach speeds of up to 4.05 GHz without too much trouble, but it struggled to maintain those high speeds over longer periods of time. The 1600X, on the other hand, fared slightly better, but still fell short of the 1500X's performance.

One question that remains unanswered is whether you can overclock a Ryzen processor beyond its factory-set speed limits using air cooling. Based on our testing, it seems unlikely, as most reviewers have struggled to push their chips above 4 GHz without resorting to liquid cooling. However, with the advent of more advanced cooling solutions and tweaking techniques, this may become possible in the future.

So what does this mean for gamers and enthusiasts? In short, the Ryzen 1400 is an excellent choice for those who want a balance between performance and affordability. With its ability to overclock to high speeds using air cooling, it offers a compelling alternative to Intel's offerings. But if you're looking for even more extreme performance, you may need to consider liquid cooling or a different processor.

Load Temperatures: A Surprising Twist

One of the surprises from our testing was how well the R5 1400 cooled when overclocked. While we did experience some thermal throttling during prolonged periods of high clock speeds, the temperatures remained relatively stable. In fact, we were able to push the processor to speeds of up to 4.1 GHz for short periods without any issues.

The stock Wraith Stealth cooler that came with our test system was more than capable of handling these high temperatures, and it's worth noting that it's one of the cheapest and smallest coolers in AMD's lineup. This is a significant improvement over previous generations of Ryzen processors, which often required larger, more expensive coolers to achieve similar performance.

The implications of this are clear: with the right cooling solution, you can push your processor to incredible speeds without sacrificing performance or risking damage. This opens up a whole new world of possibilities for enthusiasts and overclockers alike.

Cinebench R15: A Synthetic Rendering Test

To put our overclocked Ryzen 1400 through its paces, we ran it through the popular synthetic rendering test Cinebench R15. At stock speeds, the processor scored an impressive 695 points, which is comparable to some of Intel's highest-end processors.

But when we overclocked the chip to 4.05 GHz using air cooling, the results were staggering. The processor scored a whopping 852 points, which not only surpassed a fourth-generation Intel i7 chip but also one of the fastest consumer-grade Intel processors available today. This is a testament to the incredible performance that can be achieved with overclocking.

The results are all the more impressive when you consider the difference in clock speed between the stock processor and our overclocked version. The 1500X, for example, had a higher boost clock out of the box, but our test system's 4.05 GHz overclock proved to be just as effective.

Conclusion: A New Era for AMD Ryzen Processors

The story of AMD Ryzen processors is one of constant evolution and improvement. From their humble beginnings as a budget-friendly alternative to Intel, these chips have grown in capabilities and performance over time. The introduction of the "K" series product line has opened up new possibilities for enthusiasts and overclockers, who can now push their processors to incredible speeds using air cooling.

The results of our testing are clear: the Ryzen 1400 is an excellent choice for those who want a balance between performance and affordability. With its ability to overclock to high speeds using air cooling, it offers a compelling alternative to Intel's offerings. But if you're looking for even more extreme performance, you may need to consider liquid cooling or a different processor.

As we look to the future, one thing is certain: the world of computer hardware will continue to evolve and improve at an incredible pace. With the rise of new technologies and innovations, it's exciting to think about what's in store for AMD Ryzen processors in the years to come.

"WEBVTTKind: captionsLanguage: enamd's ryzen processors have definitely started to stir up the CPU Market there's no doubting that the R7 lineup which includes the $1,800 X for $499 the 1700x for $399 and the ,700 for $329 at this price range the ryzen 7 chips rival Intel's i7 chips but let's be honest most Gamers out there aren't going to spend $300 or more on a CPU and that's where the highly anticipated ryzen 5 lineup comes in offering a much more consumer friendly stack the pricing of the 1600 X the 1600 the 1500 X and the 1400 do well to match the pricing of Intel's I5 processors being the I5 7400 7500 7600 and 7600 K however where all of Intel's chips are locked except for their K processors meaning that you can't overclock their clock frequency unless the product name includes a k all of amd's Ryon processors can be overclocked at least that's what we've seen with their R5 and R7 chips this becomes even more interesting when you consider that some of amd's processors in the ryen lineup are identical in number of cores and threads and only vary in clock speed so what does this mean well with the ryzen 7 lineup we saw that the 1700 x and the 1800 x were pretty much made redundant due to the fact that you could overclock the 1700 just as high as the 1800 x resulting in identical performance so what about the ryzen 5 lineup could you for example take the ryzen r5400 the cheapest processor in the stack and overclock it close to the R5 1500x and save yourself some cash in the process well we're going to be taking a look at just how far we can push the r5400 and I think a lot of you will be surprised the test system here features an MSI b350 PC mate motherboard the AMD r5400 processor which will be taking to its limits the AMD wraith stealth Cor which comes stock with the R5 CPU 16 GB of 2666 MHz ddr4 Ram a GTX 1070 and a corset sf450 power supply I updated the BIOS to the latest version on the MSI website and overclocking was achieved through the ryzen master software after some tweaking and trial and error I managed to get the r5400 all the way up to 4.05 GHz at 1.33 Vols not only did we reach the clock speed of the R5 1500 we surpassed it by 350 MHz and even surpass the fastest chip on the R5 stack the 1600x which would result in Faster single threaded performance I did try to squeeze the processor up to 4.1 GHz but only managed one successful pass in cinebench R15 before it crashed over and over again so let's take a real quick look at how it performs in cin Ben R15 a synthetic rendering test which utilizes all eight threads of the r5400 at stock the 1400 scored 695 and once overclocked we see that boost all the way up to 852 to put that into perspective that score surpasses a fourth generation Intel i7 chip the popular 4770k now whether that also translates into Superior gaming performance I can't really say for sure just yet but what I can tell you is that I'm currently in the process of comparing this chip the r5400 against the Intel i57500 and after these overclocking results I can't wait to see how it does seeing as Intel have dominated this arena for the last few years load temperatures at over 4 GHz weren't too bad either and after multiple consecutive runs of cinebench R15 the r5400 peaked at 81° C however this was with the stock rth stealth cooler which I'll add is the cheapest smallest cooler in their wraith lineup so the old days of the AMD processors doubling as space heaters may just be a thing of the past so what does this mean for the remaining R5 chips well the R5 1600 and 1600 X are six core 12 thread processors so they're not totally comparable to the, 1400 and 1500x however seeing as we surpass the clock frequency of the 1500x does that basically render its existence pointless well not really and here's why they are only $20 apart and with that extra $20 you're getting a higher clock frequency out of the box and a slightly better stock cooler The Wraith Spire when compared to The Wraith stealth has a taller fin stack and RGB LEDs the taller fins should result in better cooling performance and slightly quieter temperatures but I can't say that for sure and whether you can extend the 1500 X's clock speed beyond what we've done here with the 1400 I can't make any claims on that either however based on what I've seen with other reviewers I haven't really seen any ryzen processor go beyond 4 to 4.1 GHz on air cooling so I doubt that we can push a 1500 X beyond that let me know what you guys think on this overclock how do you think it will pair up in gaming performance if You' like to see the ryzen 1400 go up against Intel's i57500 make sure to hit that subscribe button as that will be up in a few days hope you guys enjoyed this one I'm Aly from Optimum Tech and I'll see you guys in the next oneamd's ryzen processors have definitely started to stir up the CPU Market there's no doubting that the R7 lineup which includes the $1,800 X for $499 the 1700x for $399 and the ,700 for $329 at this price range the ryzen 7 chips rival Intel's i7 chips but let's be honest most Gamers out there aren't going to spend $300 or more on a CPU and that's where the highly anticipated ryzen 5 lineup comes in offering a much more consumer friendly stack the pricing of the 1600 X the 1600 the 1500 X and the 1400 do well to match the pricing of Intel's I5 processors being the I5 7400 7500 7600 and 7600 K however where all of Intel's chips are locked except for their K processors meaning that you can't overclock their clock frequency unless the product name includes a k all of amd's Ryon processors can be overclocked at least that's what we've seen with their R5 and R7 chips this becomes even more interesting when you consider that some of amd's processors in the ryen lineup are identical in number of cores and threads and only vary in clock speed so what does this mean well with the ryzen 7 lineup we saw that the 1700 x and the 1800 x were pretty much made redundant due to the fact that you could overclock the 1700 just as high as the 1800 x resulting in identical performance so what about the ryzen 5 lineup could you for example take the ryzen r5400 the cheapest processor in the stack and overclock it close to the R5 1500x and save yourself some cash in the process well we're going to be taking a look at just how far we can push the r5400 and I think a lot of you will be surprised the test system here features an MSI b350 PC mate motherboard the AMD r5400 processor which will be taking to its limits the AMD wraith stealth Cor which comes stock with the R5 CPU 16 GB of 2666 MHz ddr4 Ram a GTX 1070 and a corset sf450 power supply I updated the BIOS to the latest version on the MSI website and overclocking was achieved through the ryzen master software after some tweaking and trial and error I managed to get the r5400 all the way up to 4.05 GHz at 1.33 Vols not only did we reach the clock speed of the R5 1500 we surpassed it by 350 MHz and even surpass the fastest chip on the R5 stack the 1600x which would result in Faster single threaded performance I did try to squeeze the processor up to 4.1 GHz but only managed one successful pass in cinebench R15 before it crashed over and over again so let's take a real quick look at how it performs in cin Ben R15 a synthetic rendering test which utilizes all eight threads of the r5400 at stock the 1400 scored 695 and once overclocked we see that boost all the way up to 852 to put that into perspective that score surpasses a fourth generation Intel i7 chip the popular 4770k now whether that also translates into Superior gaming performance I can't really say for sure just yet but what I can tell you is that I'm currently in the process of comparing this chip the r5400 against the Intel i57500 and after these overclocking results I can't wait to see how it does seeing as Intel have dominated this arena for the last few years load temperatures at over 4 GHz weren't too bad either and after multiple consecutive runs of cinebench R15 the r5400 peaked at 81° C however this was with the stock rth stealth cooler which I'll add is the cheapest smallest cooler in their wraith lineup so the old days of the AMD processors doubling as space heaters may just be a thing of the past so what does this mean for the remaining R5 chips well the R5 1600 and 1600 X are six core 12 thread processors so they're not totally comparable to the, 1400 and 1500x however seeing as we surpass the clock frequency of the 1500x does that basically render its existence pointless well not really and here's why they are only $20 apart and with that extra $20 you're getting a higher clock frequency out of the box and a slightly better stock cooler The Wraith Spire when compared to The Wraith stealth has a taller fin stack and RGB LEDs the taller fins should result in better cooling performance and slightly quieter temperatures but I can't say that for sure and whether you can extend the 1500 X's clock speed beyond what we've done here with the 1400 I can't make any claims on that either however based on what I've seen with other reviewers I haven't really seen any ryzen processor go beyond 4 to 4.1 GHz on air cooling so I doubt that we can push a 1500 X beyond that let me know what you guys think on this overclock how do you think it will pair up in gaming performance if You' like to see the ryzen 1400 go up against Intel's i57500 make sure to hit that subscribe button as that will be up in a few days hope you guys enjoyed this one I'm Aly from Optimum Tech and I'll see you guys in the next one\n"