Can Thermaltake SpinQ VT fit in Thermaltake V9 case?

[lgmcben]

Can this cpu cooler: (depth = 159 mm)
http://thermaltakeusa.com/Product.aspx?C=1405&ID=1904

fit into this case? (depth = 191 mm)
http://thermaltakeusa.com/Product.aspx?C=1390&ID=1819

I'm building a new system to replace my 7 years old PC. I've all the specs in my mind.

Only 2 things left is the case and the cpu cooler. I'm going to order the above two. Anyone know if SpinQ VT fits in V9 case?

Thank you in advance. =)

P.S. If not, please feel free to recommend a cpu cooler + case combination. My criteria is:

- The case should have power supply dust filter. (the V9 has it)
- The cpu cooler should be quiet. The mediocre performance is fine.
- Budget: $200 for case & cpu cooler combined.

 

[JohnnyLucky]

The cpu heatsink will not fit in the case.

The Thermaltake V9 case is 7.52 inches wide.

The Thermaltake SpinQ VT is a tower style cpue hatsink that 159mm tall.

Those tall tower style cpu heatsinks require a pc case that is at least 8 inches (204mm) wide and a case that is at least 8.5 inches wide if there is a case fan mounted on the side panel..

Have a look at the Lian Li / Lancool Dragon Lord cases. Th cases meets your requirements. They come in a variety of configurations and prices. Ventilation, airflow, cooling, fan noise, space, and cable management are excellent.

http://www.lancoolpc.com/en/produc [...] s_index=62

Here is a link to a video review of the pc-k60 version made by one of the veteran posters at this forum:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U2MdUGxWEcU

mwave.com has the lowest prices in the USA:

http://www.mwave.com/mwave/deepsea [...] &ALL=y&TP=

Here is a link to a very good web site with more useful information about cpu heatsinks that will help you make an informed decision:

http://www.frostytech.com/top5heatsinks.cfm

You can use the Google embedded search feature at the web site to find more information about heatsinks for specific cpu sockets.

Personally, I'd recommend the Coolermaster Hyper 212+ cpu heatsink. It is much better than mediocre and represents a good value. If you shop carefully you can sometimes find it onsale for $29.99 in the USA.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835103065&cm_re=hyper_212%2b-_-35-103-065-_-Product

Here are links to technical reviews:

http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&source=hp&q=cooler+master+hyper+212+plus+review&aq=2&aqi=g10&aql=&oq=cooler+master+hyper+&gs_rfai=

 

[saint19]

Hi newcomer and welcome to the Tom's hardware forum.

^+1 to JohnyLucky], the max that you can install is the CM Hyper 212+, or one with the same specifications.

 

[JohnnyLucky]

Saint19 - Are you sure? The Coolermaster Hyper 212+ is 158.5 mm tall. It won't fit in the Thermaltake V9 case case either. On the other hand the Dragon Lord cases can accomodate it with room to spare.

 

[saint19]

^100% sure, take a look of THIS link and you can see a thermaltake V9 with a CM Hyper 212+ inside.

 

[JohnnyLucky]

link not working. tight fit?

 

[saint19]

^Yeah sorry for that. Check the link on the post.

 

[JohnnyLucky]

Excellent photos.

Didn't think it would fit. Normal recommendation is for a case 8 inches wide.

 

[saint19]

^Thx, fit perfectly the problem is that is a old mobo and I want a 790FXTA for a better OC and general performance with DDR3 and a new ATI 58xx series.

 

[lgmcben]

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