V-core clarification

[KelDG]

Regarding 2500k

I have a nice stable 4.4 clock at 1.29v (fixed) this shows up as 1.28idle and 1.272load.

If in the future I want a bigger clock that needs max safe volts, what v-core number do I want to be 1.38v?

Is it
a, The BIOS fixed v-core?
b, to aim for 1.38 in the CPUz utility by increasing the voltage higher than 1.38 in the BIOS?

ps - I don't want a discussion as to what is the max safe volts; I am curious what v-core number I should trust and use if I am aiming for a specific maximum.

Thanks all

 

[Jokester]

It's the maximum measured voltage, how accurate your motherboards voltage sensors can vary so it's better to use a voltmeter. I know my Maximus Extreme though is very accurate and CPU-Z will report the voltage to within the resolution of the sensor which is about +/-4mV.

 

[KelDG]

Ah, so its all up in the air really unless I volt-meter it.

I think I will take a step back from that and see what the maximum clock I can get is at around 1.35 or so.... when the time comes..... which will be a while, because these chips are ******* fast!

Thanks Jokester