Locked vs Unlocked CPU - What Is The Difference? [Simple Guide]

Channel:

GamingScan

Subscribers:

137,000

Published on December 26, 2020 3:00:07 PM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YubexqmZsh4

Duration: 6:58

36,735 views

885

✅ Read full article ➡️ https://www.gamingscan.com/locked-vs-unlocked-cpu/

⭐️ Subscribe ➡️ https://www.gamingscan.com/subscribe

What is the difference between a locked CPU and an unlocked CPU? Can you unlock a locked CPU and is overclocking an unlocked CPU worth it?

If you've ever wondered if you should get a locked CPU or an unlocked CPU, then this video is made for you.

We'll be taking a look at locked and unlocked CPUs and explain the difference between them. We'll also get into overclocking and help you decide if you should get it. Furthermore, we'll get into the topic of unlocking a locked CPU.

Keep watching!

Is Overclocking Worth It ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5X7Vfk5n2c4
Should I Overclock My CPU ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UX5DNfWYGFY
Best CPUs for Gamers ➡️ https://www.gamingscan.com/best-cpu-for-gaming/

Footage credit:
https://www.forbes.com/sites/antonyleather/2019/08/11/amd-ryzen-5-3600x-versus-intel-core-i5-9600k-whats-the-best-6-core-processor/
https://www.overclock3d.net/reviews/cpu_mainboard/intel_k_series_processors/1
https://www.techspot.com/review/2031-intel-core-i5-10600k/
https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/2020/11/05/amd-ryzen-5-5600x-review/

Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:37 Locked and Unlocked CPU - What Does It Mean?
2:26 Can You Unlock a Locked CPU?
3:35 Is Overclocking Worth It?
5:29 Conclusion