----Best cpu cooler for no more than $60.---

[silvertounge]

Just as the the title states, I'm looking for the best cpu cooler I can get for around $60 or cheaper.

I am currently looking at these two.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835103055
Coolermaster V8: Seems like everyone's talking about this one.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835106123
Thermaltake SpinQ Performance: I saw this CPU cooler running on many very high end, $2,000-$3,000 computers at quakecon.
Quakecon= Big computer convention.

The coolermaster is looking like probably the best bet right now, and the Termaltake SpinQ just looks awsome, haha. But once again, it's all about which cpu cooler cools the best.

I will be running a AMD Phenom ll X3 Processor. It's the 95watt black design, so I plan on overclocking as much as possible!
I have the Antec 900 case, so the size of the cooler shouldn't be a problem.
Please feel free to look up the two cpu coolers I've listed and give your opinions on them, and please give any recommendation on cpu coolers other than these two.


The best cooler for around $60 is what I'm looking for. Thanks.

 

[silvertounge]

I'll take a look at it now. Thanks

 

[silvertounge]

I saw that, and I agree that it's very nice. Only thing is though.. I can't find anywhere to buy it lol.. I googled it, but no luck. I'm probably just missing it... So far though, haven't found a site to buy it from

 

[silvertounge]

I've been looking around for the past 30 minutes, and I have not been able to find the 3R System Boss 2 anywhere. If anyone has a link that shows the price, and where I could purchase this item, please send it.

 

[Shadow703793]

^ I don't think it's available for sale yet.

 

[silvertounge]

Well that's not good! Haha

 

[silvertounge]

I think I would have to contact there office in Korea to see about making a purchase...

 

[silvertounge]

Well, with the lack of availability of the 3R system, looks like it's back to the Core Contact Freezer =]

 

[Shadow703793]

^Good luck!

 

[silvertounge]

Thanks! I just got my new coolers in. I ordered the Zalaman ___ ( don't know the model atm), and the core contact. Going to test them out this weekend. I'll be sure to post the results

 

[overshocks]

Thanks! I just got my new coolers in. I ordered the Zalaman ___ ( don't know the model atm), and the core contact. Going to test them out this weekend. I'll be sure to post the results

I'm sure the CCF will outperform the Zalman, but let's see some results 😀
Make sure to use some thermal paste

 

[silvertounge]

I think so also! My Uncle is going to use which ever cooler I do not use. Once again, I'm not sure which model of the Zalaman I purchased, but it was $70!! It was rated #2 for AMD on frostytech. We'll see soon though! More than likely, I'll test them out Sunday.

 

[freezed1]

Hi, core contact maybe? people love that here @ tomshardware.... GL

 

[overshocks]

I think so also! My Uncle is going to use which ever cooler I do not use. Once again, I'm not sure which model of the Zalaman I purchased, but it was $70!! It was rated #2 for AMD on frostytech. We'll see soon though! More than likely, I'll test them out Sunday.

in that case it's the Zalman CNPS10X Extreme, which is a new product and frosty didnt do review on it yet
i thought u purchased the old zalmans..maybe the performance will be similar, who knows what zalmans is up to.

 

[silvertounge]

Yep, that's what I ordered also! Just curious freezed1, do you enjoy your profession? I am starting college this Monday. I am double majoring in engineering and physics.

 

[silvertounge]

That's correct Overshocks. I am very interested to see how they match up! I also bought some of the MX-2 Thermal Paste : p

 

[silvertounge]

I actually shipped the coolers to my Uncle's house. He has tested the core contact cooler with his AMD quad core at 3Ghz. Stress test for 6 hours, and it never went over 41 degrees Celsius. I'm going for 4Ghz on my triple core! What is the highest temperature you guys are comfortable at running your processor at? I personally think 60 degrees under a full load is the safest max temperature to run at.

 

[VinnyChase]

What do you guys think of the Scythe MUGEN-2 SCMG-2000 120mm Sleeve CPU Cooler?

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835185093

Is is suppose to be better than than the MUGEN?

I was comparing the reviews for the Core Contact Cooler and the Scythe MUGEN-2 on Real World Labs and the Scythe ran slightly cooler and was about as loud as the Core Contact Cooler - both were louder than many of the others tested.

Another I was looking at was the XIGMATEK Dark Knight-S1283V 120mm Long Life Bearing CPU Cooler.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835233029

The 3R System BOSS 2 looks like the real deal. A concern of mine is its durability. The recommended retail price is $43 US. Too bad it's not readily available.

 

[huntsman]

id go with core contact freezer or xigmatek s1283 or titan nk85tz

 

[silvertounge]

I would, except I could not find a single place on the web to buy it. ( I looked for at least an hour, and so did my Uncle) Plus I'm already in the process of testing out the Zalaman and Core Contact Cooler as we speak : )

 

[silvertounge]

I would, except I could not find a single place on the web to buy it. ( I looked for at least an hour, and so did my Uncle) Plus I'm already in the process of testing out the Zalaman and Core Contact Cooler as we speak : )

 

[silvertounge]

Core Contact Cooler: Phenom ll X3 2.8Ghz overclocked to 3.0Ghz
Idle: 22c
Load:30c

I am using the AMD Overdrive stability test which maxes all cores to 100% to test.

 

[silvertounge]

Core Contact Cooler: Phenom ll X3 2.8Ghz overclocked to 3.2Ghz
Idle: 23c
Load:30c

 

[silvertounge]

Core Contact Cooler: Phenom ll X3 2.8Ghz overclocked to 3.4Ghz
Idle: 24c
Load:32c

The stock voltage ( 1.35) was not stable. Had to bump it up to 1.375, which is stable at 3.4. <3 core contact so far

 

[silvertounge]

Stopping at 3.4 for today. Will continue overclocking in the next few days.