What Makes A CPU Overclocking Legend? Since the birth of the IBM-compatible PC, a number of processors have distinguished themselves as particularly good candidates for aggressive overclocking. Some models are known for exceptional headroom, while others were popular for how inexpensive they were.
If you want to squeeze every last ounce of processing power out of your new computer or aging system, overclocking is a great-if slightly nerve-racking-option. Here are some simple guidelines for safely overclocking your CPU. Simply put, overclocking your CPU involves running your processor at a faster speed than was intended out of the box.
Beginners Guides: Overclocking the CPU, Motherboard and Memory - PCSTATS.com
