I am about to buy a new i5 750 system, and I've heard they're really easy to overclock.
Standard they push 2.6Ghz, but I would like to clock it to 3.4Ghz, this is possible using stock voltage (1.2v).
My question is I've read disclaimers on overclocking sites saying that overclocking will reduce the life expectancy of the CPU. Now obviously if you're going to pump up the core voltage, sure you can expect it to fry the CPU. But if I use stock voltage, then will it really reduce the life expectancy of the CPU?
I don't intend to keep the CPU for 10 years, obviously in 2-3 years its going to be slow and need replacement.
Next question - I have no experience in overclocking, so besides mounting an additional fan inside the casing, what else do I need to do with the above to keep the system cool and stable?
Standard they push 2.6Ghz, but I would like to clock it to 3.4Ghz, this is possible using stock voltage (1.2v).
My question is I've read disclaimers on overclocking sites saying that overclocking will reduce the life expectancy of the CPU. Now obviously if you're going to pump up the core voltage, sure you can expect it to fry the CPU. But if I use stock voltage, then will it really reduce the life expectancy of the CPU?
I don't intend to keep the CPU for 10 years, obviously in 2-3 years its going to be slow and need replacement.
Next question - I have no experience in overclocking, so besides mounting an additional fan inside the casing, what else do I need to do with the above to keep the system cool and stable?