What's the best way to test for a stable overclock?

[bertie]

Any recommendations? Or is a 3dmark application a good idea - (ie no artifacts = OK)
I want my bfg 6800gt to run at bfg 6800u speed

[mightynimrod]

If youve got a GT then coolbits will allow you to test your overclock before you run an application.

So you shouldnt get any artifacts at all.

To test stability of it i usually stick it on a 3D mark 01 loop for around 10 times.

[bertie]

thanks for the input - but the coolbits thing doesn't really test it thoroughly as I get some graphical glitches in cs:s
Guess i'll try clocking down a bit ;(

[eddietop]

On a fresh overclock the test will work, but as it gets hotter from being clocked you start getting artifacts. I've found going slightly under the test limit is always best.

[GBDarkAngel]

Always under the limit m8 and get some better cooling if you can afford it.