PC Building Simulator Overclocking Guide

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Abdul Hadi

At HI Digital I test and write about different hardware configurations to show other PC users what they can expect from their build. My end goal is to educate the masses to make the right decision when they are looking for new PC parts to buy

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Even overclocking in real life can cause you a headache, but imagine doing it in a PC Building Simulator. PC Building Simulator is a pretty popular game that allows players to simulate the experience of building and customizing their PCs. One of the exciting aspects of the PC Building Simulator is overclocking, a technique that boosts the performance of computer components beyond their factory settings.

CPU Overclocking

The CPU is often the best component to begin overclocking in the PC Building Simulator. CPU overclocking is the process of increasing a central processing unit’s clock speed to boost its performance beyond the manufacturer’s default specifications.

This practice is often employed by enthusiasts seeking improved system responsiveness and faster computational speeds, particularly in gaming and resource-intensive applications. We took the following steps to overclock our CPU in the PC building simulator:

1. Locate CPU Settings: Restart your computer and enter the BIOS or UEFI settings by pressing the designated key during the boot process (often Del, F2, or Esc) > Within the BIOS/UEFI menu, find the CPU settings or overclocking options.

   

   BIOS settings interface – (Image Credits: Tech4Gamers)
2. Adjust CPU Clock Ratio and Bus Speeds: Increase the CPU clock ratio or multiplier to boost clock speed > Adjust the CPU voltage to maintain stability > Be cautious not to increase it excessively to avoid overheating > Adjust memory and bus speeds in line with the overclocked CPU settings for optimal performance.
3. Stress Testing: Save the changes made in the BIOS/UEFI and exit > Use stress-testing tools (e.g., Prime95) to assess the system’s stability under the new overclocked settings > Keep an eye on CPU temperatures using monitoring tools to prevent overheating.
4. Fine-Tune if Necessary: If the system is stable, fine-tune settings for optimal performance. If instability occurs, revert to default settings and try a more conservative overclock.
5. Repeat Testing: Repeatedly test the system’s stability under different workloads to ensure the overclock is reliable.

This incremental approach helps to find the highest stable overclock for your CPU. To test stability, use the stress test feature within the overclocking tool or consider third-party software like Prime95, which stresses the CPU to its maximum capacity.

GPU Overclocking

GPU overclocking involves pushing a graphics processing unit (GPU) beyond its default clock speeds to achieve enhanced performance. This process, common among enthusiasts and gamers, can lead to improved frame rates and smoother graphics in applications and games as deduced by us. You can overclock your GPU by taking the following steps:

1. Increase Core Clock Speed: Open the graphics card control panel (e.g., NVIDIA Control Panel or AMD Radeon Settings) > Navigate to clock or frequency settings > Increase the GPU core clock speed > Apply changes and test stability.
2. Test: Use built-in or third-party benchmarking tools like FurMark to stress test the GPU.

These tests can help you identify any instability that might be caused by the overclock and thus ensure that your GPU is running smoothly.

RAM Overclocking

RAM overclocking refers to the process of increasing the clock speed and performance of a computer’s Random Access Memory (RAM) modules beyond their default specifications. The primary aim is to enhance system responsiveness and improve overall performance, particularly in memory-intensive tasks like gaming and content creation.

Overclocking the RAM of your in-game PC can provide additional performance gains in certain applications. Here is how to do so:

1. Adjust RAM Frequency: Restart your computer > Enter the BIOS or UEFI settings by pressing the designated key during the boot process > Within the BIOS/UEFI menu, find the RAM or memory settings > Increase the RAM frequency by selecting a higher value from the available options.
2. Adjust Other Parameters: Fine-tune the RAM timings for optimal performance. Lowering timings can enhance speed, but this requires careful adjustment to maintain stability > If you encounter stability issues, consider a slight increase in RAM voltage > Save changes.

Fine-Tune Fan Curves

In addition to adjusting clock speeds and voltages, you can also optimize the cooling performance of your simulated PC by fine-tuning fan curves. Fan curves determine how the cooling fans in your system ramp up their speed based on temperature. Adjusting the fan curve ensures that the components receive adequate cooling at different temperature levels.

This helps maintain stability and prevents overheating during intensive overclocking sessions. To make adjustments, you can look for “fan curve settings” in the BIOS or even within the overclocking tool. Fine-tuning the fan curves might not seem like much, but it can sometimes be your dark horse!

Final Thoughts

PC building simulator is a game loved by people far and wide with many using it to pass their time. PC Building Simulator 2 is a favorite among users. When on Reddit I came across threads of people discussing this fun activity.

Ok so PC building simulator 2 is really addictive

I've spent all day playing it 😂😂

Have I just been doing work on my day off?!

I literally have been buying multiple compost to assemble enough pcs to make a profit 🤣🤣

I've been brainwashed into doing work on my day off 😂 pic.twitter.com/8aI2JVuwC4

— JustRob (@GeekingWithRob) February 29, 2024

People on Twitter have found creative ways to determine how upgrades in their real-world setups will affect them by using the simulator game. By gradually adjusting clock speeds, voltages, and timings, you can achieve better performance, faster response times, and an overall improved gaming experience.

I like this. A virtual way of seeing what real world improvements you can expect out of an upgrade. Very cool just for the FutureMark virtual benchmark. PC Building Simulator lands on Steam Early Access, overclocking support coming https://t.co/8xFDqTFY2x

— Rockitsauce (@RealRockitsauce) March 30, 2018

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