AMD Phenom2 x6 - Over clocking and Questions

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Hi guys,

I am in serious need of a new CPU seeing as my AMD X2 6000+ just can't keep up with my computing demands. I use Video Editing software as well as stream full HD movies all around the house and my CPU just can't do it for me.

I am thinking of going with a AMD Phenom2 x6 1055T. The specs look decent and it is only R200 more than the 965 which I was going for. I have an Asus M2N68-VM motherboard which is AM2/AM2+/AM3 compatible so I wanna go with AMD so I don't have to spend R1k more on a new mobo.

So Question 1: Do you think it would be wise to take the 1055T over the 965? (for R200 more & 2 cores more)

The 1055T has a core clock of 2.8 Ghz. I have read other peoples experiences online who have gotten it up to 4.3G stable, just on Air. But my cooler is a Gigabyte G POWER II (not pro) and on the Gigabyte site it only says AM2 compatible.
Question 2: Will an AM2 compatible cooler work with AM3 (which is AM2/AM2+ 'backwards compatible').

I have never OC'ed before and I do not want to OC my CPU that much. Just to like 3.3-3.5G would be fine. Will my Mobo and Cooler be able to handle that? If I have to use the stock cooler, How high could I get it?

Thanks

PS: The software I use will take advantage of the 2 extra cores.
 
Your cooler will work, as there's no change in the socket. I say go for the x6 if your software will take advantage of all the cores. OC it and post back, would like to know how it performs. :)
 
If you can use the extra cores then go for the x6. Your cooler should work as mentioned above....
 
Cooler should work, and a mild overclock will be easy as well. X6 will also be useful since you are doing video editing, so good choice on the 1055T.
 
Thanks guys. So I will go with the x6 :)

But now comes over clocking: I don't know where to start... can anyone point to a 'n00b' guide? I am not really a PC n00b but definitely an OC one.
 
With the 1055T the only way to overclock will be by raising the bus speed since its multipliers is locked. The 1090T has an unlocked multiplier that makes it a whole lot easier to overclock. At stock the bus speed should be at 200mhz, and the set multiplier for the 1055T is 14. So for each 1mhz you raise the bus speed, you'll get an extra 14mhz on your CPU (and your RAM). You will need to do some stability testing, prime95 and intelburntest are my preffered programs. Also, once past about 3.4Ghz you may need to start raising the voltage for the CPU for it to be stable.
 
Schwartz said:
Thanks guys. So I will go with the x6 :)

But now comes over clocking: I don't know where to start... can anyone point to a 'n00b' guide? I am not really a PC n00b but definitely an OC one.
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Heres what I've found, Overclocking "Theory" to bring you up to speed with OC'ing in general.

Also, a Phenom Specific OC Guide.

That should have you covered. May I suggest OC'ing your old one first, and also backing up your system with something like Acronis True Image first. When I first tried overclocking, I used reference settings for my AMD 64 and went straight for what was possible instead of stepping up gradually and I eventually had to reinstall my OS :erm:, the point is, take it slow, take it easy, use the necessary precuation (backup, use your existing CPU to test the theory of OC'ing)

:D
 
Archer said:
With the 1055T the only way to overclock will be by raising the bus speed since its multipliers is locked. The 1090T has an unlocked multiplier that makes it a whole lot easier to overclock. At stock the bus speed should be at 200mhz, and the set multiplier for the 1055T is 14. So for each 1mhz you raise the bus speed, you'll get an extra 14mhz on your CPU (and your RAM). You will need to do some stability testing, prime95 and intelburntest are my preffered programs. Also, once past about 3.4Ghz you may need to start raising the voltage for the CPU for it to be stable.
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OK thanks. The 1090T is R1k more and I cannot afford that much :( I don't have very expensive RAM. Just 5GB DDR2 800 with not heat-sinks. Will they be able to handle it?
 
Rusty79 said:
Heres what I've found, Overclocking "Theory" to bring you up to speed with OC'ing in general.

Also, a Phenom Specific OC Guide.

That should have you covered. May I suggest OC'ing your old one first, and also backing up your system with something like Acronis True Image first. When I first tried overclocking, I used reference settings for my AMD 64 and went straight for what was possible instead of stepping up gradually and I eventually had to reinstall my OS :erm:, the point is, take it slow, take it easy, use the necessary precuation (backup, use your existing CPU to test the theory of OC'ing)

:D
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Thanks for those... will have a read through
 
I'd dont think you'll need to oc. Why not see how it performs first?
 
Some motherboards have a turbo mode. (only asus i know of)
I got an asus mobo which enables you to overclock on the fly for cpu intensive tasks.. But if you really in to the overclocking this feature can destabilize the system if you already OC'ing it... Took me a little while to figure it out..
SO basically if you don't want to get in there and adjust voltages, multiplies and bus speed etc etc the turbo mode is very useful and easy for small OC's.
 
nakedpeanut said:
Some motherboards have a turbo mode. (only asus i know of)
I got an asus mobo which enables you to overclock on the fly for cpu intensive tasks.. But if you really in to the overclocking this feature can destabilize the system if you already OC'ing it... Took me a little while to figure it out..
SO basically if you don't want to get in there and adjust voltages, multiplies and bus speed etc etc the turbo mode is very useful and easy for small OC's.
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Ok thanks... I will give it a try
 
Actually the x6 has a built in turbo mode. It will automatically over clock some cores if some cores are idle.
 
Oh ya that as well, same as my i5 but that just dont cut it :) we want true OVERCLOCKING HERE.. :D
I read that the amd version doesnt perform as well as the intel one though..

Out of interest how much does amd increase the cores on the 1055?
 
nakedpeanut said:
Oh ya that as well, same as my i5 but that just dont cut it :) we want true OVERCLOCKING HERE.. :D
I read that the amd version doesnt perform as well as the intel one though..

Out of interest how much does amd increase the cores on the 1055?
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2.8 -> 3.3
 
I am gonna get this tomorrow and install over the weekend... will let you guys know how it runs.
 
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