Intel temps/fsb vs high multi

[hercules71185]

I've done a lot of searching and I can not seem to find a REAL answer for it. So here is what I would like to know

Intel temps on the E5200. WHAT IS SAFE? I mean 24/7 overclocked safe. Should I use that new TJ Max thing? Let's just say I let the TJ max stay 30 degrees higher than my temps is that good? Or can I get closer?

HIGH FSB VS HIGH MULTI

Is there any benefit of either? I mean if my mobo can do 288 FSB @ 3600MHz vs 450 FSB @ 3600MHz. What should I use? Whatever will let my ram clock the best?

[cil3x]

well, the temps for that at normal clock with stock is about 36 without load and 40 with load. so if you overclock to 3.6, it'll be about 40 without load and 45 with load. the Ram will also slow you down if it's not made for overclocking. but i prefer you upgrade to a cooler with heat pipes. those are best for overclocking and very fast CPU's.

[DMB2000uk]

Intel lists the max operating temp of that CPU at 74.1oC.

I'd say stick to a max of about 60oC if you're going for long life. Obviously the cooler you run it the better. But I think that running it at high voltages will be the main cause of wear over it's life.

Intel list's the max stock voltage as 1.3625V, but if your air cooling is pretty good, you'll be able to get away with up to 1.4v with no noticable side effects. You'll probably find that you hit the temp wall before you get that far anyway.

And in terms of FSB vs CPU Multi, I'd pick a middle-ground that lets you have your RAM running at or close to full speed while still giving you a pretty fast overclocked CPU. Performance wise there's negligible difference (Graysky did a good comparison somewhere on the forums but I can't find it), and I guess running the FSB slower would save your NB some work and then give lower temps for that.

Dan

[hercules71185]

I think I'm going to complete the sub $400 monster I was talking about and make a nice benchmark review for it. Then I'll just get a water cooling kit. I was looking at some reviews of some cheap ones, and they actually did good.