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How to Obtain Information About Overclocking Intel® Processors

Content Type: Product Information & Documentation   |   Article ID: 000038213   |   Last Reviewed: 04/07/2026

Environment

Intel® Core™ processors that include the letter K  or  X in the product line suffix (unlocked processors)

Description

Need to learn about overclocking Intel® Processors.

Resolution

To obtain information about overclocking, refer to the following support links:

Overclocking is supported only for Intel® Core™ unlocked processors. These are Intel® Core™ processors that include the letter K or X in its processor's number (examples: 270K Plus, i9-14900KF, i5-13600K, i7-12700K).

Note

Altering clock frequency or voltage may void any product warranties and reduce stability, security, performance, and life of the processor and other components. Check with system and component manufacturers for details. Technology may enable Intel to detect alteration of clock frequency or voltage during issue investigations.