Intel Core i7 7700k overclock: What you should know

Overclocking a processor is a complex process where you can make many mistakes. To prevent your system from being damaged, you can use programs that help you with the process. For example, these monitor the temperature of your processor. Intel offers special programs for its own processors.

Overclocking an Intel Core i7

If you want to overclock your Intel Core i7 7700k, you can install some programs beforehand. This will protect you from possible damage and help you reach your goal faster. Processors from Intel are well-suited to be overclocked, but here too, overclocking too often shortens the lifespan. So only use the function if it is really necessary.

These programs support you during the process

• Programs for monitoring the CPU temperature: One of the dangers when overclocking a processor is the rising temperature. A monitoring program will help you avoid the danger of overheating. For example, use "Core Temp" or "HWMonitor".
• Programs for system analysis: Before you overclock your processor, you should know your system exactly to know how much performance you can get out of it. Intel offers its own program for this purpose, which you can use for free: "Intel Extreme Tuning Utility". This also shows by how many benchmark points the system can be improved overall.
• Protection against damage: If you are unsure how much you can expect your processor, first use a software that allows tuning only within safe parameters, for example, the free "CPUCalc".