Ryzen 3 3100 TDP Overclocking?

Started by LoveSlaine on June 16, 2024

I'm planning to build a PC with the AMD Ryzen 3 3100 CPU. I've been looking at various overclocking guides online and was wondering about the TDP of this CPU. What's the recommended TDP for overclocking a Ryzen 3 3100? Can anyone help me out?

Solved by Dizmatiz in post #3
@LoveSlaine, I just read an article on TechReviewer about the Ryzen 3 3100's TDP and PPT limit. Here's a link for more information: What Is the TDP of the Ryzen 3 3100 CPU?. The CPU is capable of overclocking, but you must keep its TDP and PPT limits in mind when selecting a cooler, power supply, or PC case.

Hey @LoveSlaine, the base TDP of the AMD Ryzen 3 3100 is 65 watts, while the PPT limit (Package Power Tracking) is 88 watts. When you overclock, make sure your cooler and power supply can handle these values to prevent overheating or throttling.

@LoveSlaine, I just read an article on TechReviewer about the Ryzen 3 3100's TDP and PPT limit. Here's a link for more information: What Is the TDP of the Ryzen 3 3100 CPU?. The CPU is capable of overclocking, but you must keep its TDP and PPT limits in mind when selecting a cooler, power supply, or PC case.

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Thanks @SamuraiShareef and @Dizmatiz! That helps me understand the importance of the Ryzen 3100's TDP and PPT limit when it comes to overclocking. I guess I need to pay extra attention to these factors while building my new PC setup.

I've actually managed to overclock my Ryzen 3 3100 without any issues, but I did have to upgrade my power supply and CPU cooler beforehand. The extra cooling and power allowed me to push the CPU a bit further than its base specs.

That's great to hear, @tigbits97! Thanks for sharing your experience. I'll make sure to take your advice into account when building my own PC.

Just be mindful of the TDP and PPT limits when overclocking, guys. It can cause issues if you don't have proper cooling or a power supply that can handle it.

Absolutely, @SamuraiShareef. Overclocking is fun, but safety should always come first. Make sure your components are compatible with the desired overclock and that they're properly cooled.

Thanks for all the help, everyone! I'll keep the TDP and PPT limits in mind when building my PC. Now I just need to choose a cooler, power supply, and of course, a monitor!