Cooling for overclocking?

[Johnny Ohar]

so, i have an intel i-5 2500k 3.30GHz. i want to overclock to about 4.5GHz, im just not sure what cooling to use. i dont want to watercool, so what should i go with?
thanks!

 

[Mr5oh]

I used a 212 EVO on my 3570K (essentially the replacement for the 2500K), did 4.5 Ghz no problems.

My 4690K seems to run hotter, but after lapping the base of the 212 EVO, is doing great. For the price it's hard to beat it.

 

[TechyInAZ]

If you want air cooling at a good price then nothing beats the CM 212 EVO.

Or if you want a decent liquid cooler, buy the H75 or H100i.