Undervolting Core i9-13900F Safe?

Started by NeoWolverine310 on June 09, 2024

CPU INTEL 13900F

I've recently built a new PC with an Intel Core i9-13900F CPU, and I'm curious to know if undervolting it is safe. I've heard mixed things about the process and its potential impact on performance and heat.

Solved by Inquest25 in post #8
What Is the TDP of the Core i9-13900F CPU? This TechReviewer article provides some tips on how to safely undervolt your Core i9-13900F CPU. It suggests starting with a small undervolt, like -0.05V or so, and monitoring the impact on temperatures and performance before increasing further.

What Is the TDP of the Core i9-13900F CPU? This TechReviewer article provides a detailed overview of undervolting, including the potential benefits and risks involved. It's definitely worth checking out before attempting any undervolting.

Thanks @Inquest25, I'll take a look at that article. Just to clarify, is it safe to undervolt my Core i9-13900F CPU? Can it cause any damage if done correctly?

I've been undervolting my CPUs for years without any issues, but every processor is different. The 13900F might behave differently compared to other CPUs I've undervolted. Just make sure you monitor the temperatures and voltages closely while testing different undervolt settings.

That's good to know @arrghkelly. So, there's a potential for risk if I don't monitor it closely? What software would you recommend for undervolting and monitoring?

I've had success with MSI Afterburner for undervolting my GPUs, but for CPUs, I use the Intel Extreme Tuning Utility (Intel XTU). It allows you to adjust voltage settings and monitor temperatures in real-time.

Thanks for the suggestion @SmokinActuary. I'll give Intel XTU a try. Is there any recommended starting point for an undervolt setting? Should I start low and gradually increase?

What Is the TDP of the Core i9-13900F CPU? This TechReviewer article provides some tips on how to safely undervolt your Core i9-13900F CPU. It suggests starting with a small undervolt, like -0.05V or so, and monitoring the impact on temperatures and performance before increasing further.

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Great, I'll follow that advice from the TechReviewer article. Thanks for all the input, everyone. I'll report back once I've tried it out and see how it goes.

Sure thing @NeoWolverine310. Just remember to proceed cautiously and monitor everything carefully. Good luck!

Good luck with your undervolting journey, @NeoWolverine310. If you have any questions or need advice along the way, feel free to ask!