Introduction
Undervolting is the process of reducing the voltage supplied to your processor while maintaining stability. This can lead to significant improvements in performance, especially in sustained workloads, and a corresponding decrease in heat output.
What You'll Need
- A 13th Gen Intel Processor
- A Compatible Motherboard
- A Monitoring Tool (e.g., HWMonitor, Core Temp)
- A Stress Testing Tool (e.g., Prime95, Cinebench R23)
The Process
- Start with a Baseline: Run a stress test to establish your processor's maximum stable clock speed and temperature.
- Reduce Voltage Incrementally: Lower the voltage in small increments (e.g., 0.01V - 0.02V).
- Test for Stability: After each voltage reduction, run a stress test for at least 30 minutes to check for stability.
- Monitor Temperatures: Keep a close eye on your temperatures during stress testing.
- Repeat: Continue reducing voltage and testing until you find the lowest stable voltage.
Example Voltage Settings (Starting Point - May Vary)
// Example values - Do not blindly copy
// These are just starting points.
Intel Core i9-13900K:
- 1.2V - 1.25V (For 5.8 GHz)