Hey guys, first time posting here.

I got myself i5-2500 and Gigabyte P67A-UD4. Now I'm not too sure if my version is the unlocked version. The box doesn't have the code K.

But CPU-Z reports "Intel Core i5 2500K".

Anyway, using Gigabyte's EasyTune 6, I overclocked this CPU to use multiplier 38x, so the speed can reach 3.8GHz (from 3.3GHz).

I'm using Coolermaster Hyper 212+. Ran Prime95 stable for more than 8 hours.

Idle temp at about 40 C, and load at 63 C. Not sure about ambient temp, but my room (work/store room) is sure warm. (no aircond, not even fan, poor me!)

I also have 2 x Sapphire 6850 Toxic running in CrossfireX mode. Guess this contributes to the heat.

This post has been edited by willaw: Jan 1 2011, 06:45 PM

I got mine from CZone. Seems like the price is pretty standard.

Just want to add that I got the processor and motherboard only from CZone.

This post has been edited by willaw: Jan 1 2011, 07:12 PM

RM710. Deducted from RM720 I think, because I pay cash.

Oh, i5-2500K can overclock to 4.5GHz? I haven't try. Will try and post the results here.

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Added on January 1, 2011, 9:46 pmI'm not sure if mine is 2500K.

Anyone got the normal 2500 and post your CPU-Z info?

This post has been edited by willaw: Jan 1 2011, 09:46 PM

I just confirmed that mine is NOT the K version.

The only way I can change the multiplier is through Gigabyte ET6's Quick Boost (Level 3 - highest level).

Once set, restarting the PC will show CPU settings with multiplier 38.

The multiplier however, cannot be changed from within the BIOS, nor can it be changed within ET6. So I can't change anything higher than 38.

BCLK can be overclocked, but I didn't try to overclock it due to information I find like this one:

http://en.ocworkbench.com/tech/intel-sandy...rictive-to-2-3/

Agreed. Just get the K series.

Load temperature:

Core 1: 59 C
Core 2: 59 C
Core 3: 62 C
Core 4: 60 C

I'm also using Hyper 212+ single fan. But my PC is in a room with no fan and air conditioning.

In the casing, I also have 2 ATI 6850 (overclocked) running. 4 hard drive (WD: 1 black, 3 blue).

It's pretty warm in there.

Mainboard temp: 41 C

I highly recommend Belkin SurgeMaster series. Get those that has 1x1 exchange, lifetime warranty. Mine got burn once, and I changed it, no questions asked.

I'm using one of this (just googled this, I'm in no way affiliated with this seller ):

http://www.lelong.com.my/belkin-8-socket-s...7-01-Sale-I.htm

This post has been edited by willaw: Jan 5 2011, 07:54 AM

I got a Gigabyte P67A-UD4. Just came back from Lowyat Plaza (C-Zone) for motherboard exchange.

Just show receipt and they will exchange for you.

I wanted to upgrade but UD7 with B3 stepping is not available.

Oh, you can upgrade according to the guy.