I7 9700K - Should i modify it?!

[CrazyArsedMonky]

Hello folks,

Long time no post!

I have been enjoying my PC (currently I5-3570), issue free so haven't had to post for a while. Some poor performance in games has prompted me to make an upgrade.

I just indulged in the following:

Intel Core i7-9700K 3.6GHz

Asus ROG Strix Z390-F Intel Z390

Kingston HyperX Predator 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 PC4-25600C16 3200MHz

Corsair Hydro Series H100x

Samsung 970 EVO Polaris 250GB

My question is this:

Should i de-lid and polish / re-lid my CPU to reduce temps? (Video Link Explaining)

I am not too bothered about OC'ing to 7 but 5 would be nice. Fingers crossed the silicon lottery has been merciful!

Any info from those brave / daft enough to try this would be great!

Much obliged...

 

[CrazyArsedMonky]

Thanks for the input folks, greatly appreciated!

I am notoriously lazy when it comes to computers - once it is built, it stays built - hence why I was investigating this process before initial install.

Your input has convinced me to assemble as is, fingers crossed for a good chip

Thanks again.

 

[CrazyArsedMonky]

9700k does not really need. You can do 1.35v or so without issue and 5g.

Final Verdict is in - 8 Pack says leave it as is!

So glad I didn't go pimp with the 8086K - I did think about it! Would just be for bragging rights - and my cats don't give a damn

 

[CrazyArsedMonky]

That further reinforces my decision to leave it be! Once it is installed and the cooler is on, I will leave it alone (unless something is wrong ofc).

I am excited to receive my bits now!

P.S. I know you guys are OCUK regulars, however I feel I should stress that the customer service received from the team has been awesome. I had one issue that was fundamentally my fault; it was rectified quickly and without fuss (thanks RL). Loyalty breeds loyalty - thank you OCUK, you rock!

 

[CrazyArsedMonky]

@tyler_jrb , good point about the cooler. I have a single rad in my current setup. Hopefully the double on the H100 will keep the chip nice and chilled, though the TIM is a fundamental part of the cooling process, so rad-size benefits are limited if the TIM is poop.

No shipping email yet, was really hoping to assemble it tomorrow and post running temps.

Ahhh well, i can always get some Haribo from the shop instead

Hell of a setup BTW Tyler

 

[CrazyArsedMonky]

I hope you get a decent chip so none of this is relevant.

Thanks!

 

[CrazyArsedMonky]

Howdy! Just thought I would post a little feedback. Crazy ASUS on board AI overclock gadget got the CPU to 5.3G and the system remained stable. Not sure of voltage but temps were high 50s during POE 4k gameplay (Summoner build - so lots going on).

My only observation is the AIO is quite noisy at times. It may just be that it is pointing upwards out of case which is on floor, so the sound is directed towards me, rather than out the back like my previous setup (single AIO rad).

Thanks for the advice, very glad I followed it!