212+ vs 212 EVO

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melikepie

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It will be for a pentium dual core G530 socket LGA 1155. Im wondering which is better but im thinking that since im getting a
dual core the die will be smaller and more centerd and this will run maybe 24/7 so im not sure which is better but the
212 EVO is $35 and the 212+ is $30 with a $10 mail in rebate so im not sure the 212+ will be a better deal.
 

Well for 24/7?
24/7 For 5 years without turning it off is 42,720 hours, so i think thats good. It would be clean and it will have
dust filters for the intake fan and would be turned off every once in a while. I think the 212+ with the rebate might be worth it
do to air flow.
 


Yeah, even 24/7 365, if you stay at or below 69C, you'll be good. Remember, max temps are very different for Intel CPU's than they are for AMD CPU's.

Tjmax (max core temp) is over 90C...
 

Well ok!
Well either a small aftermarket cooler or the 212+ with the rebate beacause of the direct air flow it offers.
 
Max temp is 100*C before they automatically shut down. Intel recommends you keep under 70*C under load and the intel stock cooler will do that.

212+ or 212 evo are both good and powerful coolers that will reduce your temperatures significantly. Low temperatures and quieter fans are always a plus in my book!

Good luck mate! Ask more questions if you need additional assistance!
 

Well i might get the plus!