After that, the performance settings such as the CPU Core Ratio, CPU Cache Ratio, and CPU Core Voltage need to be adjusted using basic and advanced tuning. Performing overclocking with Intel XTU starts with setting up a baseline performance number through basic tuning and benchmarking. Intel XTU is free software provided by Intel Corporation. This can be easily fixed by restarting the computer. Likewise, in the case of a performance issue or overclock, the user’s PC may freeze and ultimately shut down. As a security measure, this feature protects the PC by reducing the computer’s performance until the system returns to a safe, lower temperature. An example of this is thermal throttling which alerts the user when the processor temperature surpasses the maximum temperature set. One strong side of this software is the temperature and CPU utilization readings which help users to observe the progress of the overclocking process. The Intel XTU has some unique features, including built-in temperature monitoring systems, advanced tuning, and a stress test function. However, this tool only works with Intel CPUs with K, KF, or X in their processor numbers. Intel XTU improves the overall performance of the system, is available for free, and is easy to use for novices. The software overall is great, except the Curve setup, although I still rather use it than anything related to MSI.The merits of using Intel XTU include a reduced system temperature (which decreases fan noise), improved battery life, increased system stability, and a user-friendly interface. Pressing "X" will close it all up, sometimes messing up the custom settings. You also need to run X1 in the background all the time, if you tinker with the software, make sure to hit the "_" on the top right instead of "X", that way it gets minimized and just runs in the background. Easiest setup is select "Stealth", then move the lowest point to 30C and 14-15%, then check the Fan Curve Control box, and hit apply. It's also better to run the fans on a 14-15% bottom to prevent the annoyance of them turning on and off. Leaving fans on Auto is not the best solution, since if you have bad airflow and/or left your preset on "prefer maximum", your GPU on idle/desktop use will still consume over 30-40 watts, and heatsoak will be present.
When you set up a custom curve, you need to do it with your mouse one by one in the default section, NOT in the VF Curve tab, then when you're done, press apply, select a preset number on the right, and press save.
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