Cooling recommendations for OC'ed 5820k

Roddfather

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Hey all, looking for some input:

Just upgraded my system from OC'ed AMD 8350 to Intel 5820K (4.3 OC @ 1.26 Volts, ASUS x99 Deluxe MB). I am using the Corsair H100 in a push configuration that I have had since late 2012, early 2013. I am using a CM Storm Trooper for the case. My temps are OK when I game (never over 60 degrees C as far as I can tell). The cooler may be working fine I am thinking of changing the cooler just because I want to upgrade. Here is where I would like input:

I am thinking of moving to a AIO 280mm radiator such as these: http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&N=100008008&IsNodeId=1&Description=280mm&name=Water%20%2f%20Liquid%20Cooling&Order=BESTMATCH&isdeptsrh=1

But I am also considering moving to a big air cooler (none in particular yet). My biggest concern with big air is that I do move my computer between levels of my home (2 stories) on a a frequent basis and I have heard that the massive coolers could damage a system when moved. But I am always worried that one day my AIO will leak. Any helpful thoughts appreciated on the situation
 

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For aio swiftech h240x ek predator 240 good components and not noisey like other austek solutions.
Big air phanteks thermalright noctula all make good coolers .
As for transport have the mb down so the cooler is sitting on top so all the force is going down onto the mb rather than hanging.
 

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[quotemsg=17058482,0,1376166]For aio swiftech h240x ek predator 240 good components and not noisey like other austek solutions.
Big air phanteks thermalright noctula all make good coolers .
As for transport have the mb down so the cooler is sitting on top so all the force is going down onto the mb rather than hanging.[/quotemsg]

I didn't know about the swiftech. I will check them out, see what the reviews are about that type of set up. As for keeping the case horizontal during transport, I can't do that due to my staircase. The case would be pretty wide and I don't think I could clear the banister.
 

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Review for you http://www.hitechlegion.com/reviews/cooling/liquid/42047-swiftech-h240-x-open-loop-280mm-cpu-cooler-review?showall=&start=2
 

Roddfather

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[quotemsg=17058614,0,2133687]For air I'd recommend Noctua's D14. As far as water are you looking for an all in one or are you building a custom loop?[/quotemsg]

In terms of air i am definitively thinking of the Noctua. I am not looking for custom loop. I won't keep up with maintenance unless it's simple refill.
 

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I personally have one of these on my 5930k : http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835181094&cm_re=280mm-_-35-181-094-_-Product (h100i GTX)
I love it and keep pretty nice temperatures at a 4.0 gHz OC. The 5920k is a pretty similar chip other than the nerf to the busses, so I think you can easily have similar or better results with that cooler. Also, whats your video card setup like?
 

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[quotemsg=17064373,0,2133687]I personally have one of these on my 5930k : http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835181094&cm_re=280mm-_-35-181-094-_-Product (h100i GTX)
I love it and keep pretty nice temperatures at a 4.0 gHz OC. The 5920k is a pretty similar chip other than the nerf to the busses, so I think you can easily have similar or better results with that cooler. Also, whats your video card setup like? [/quotemsg]

Yeah, that was going to be the AIO I was looking at first. Good to know it works well on 2011-3. I have crossfire Asus 290's with a pretty weak OC.
 

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[quotemsg=17064796,0,694346][quotemsg=17064373,0,2133687]I personally have one of these on my 5930k : http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835181094&cm_re=280mm-_-35-181-094-_-Product (h100i GTX)
I love it and keep pretty nice temperatures at a 4.0 gHz OC. The 5920k is a pretty similar chip other than the nerf to the busses, so I think you can easily have similar or better results with that cooler. Also, whats your video card setup like? [/quotemsg]

Yeah, that was going to be the AIO I was looking at first. Good to know it works well on 2011-3. I have crossfire Asus 290's with a pretty weak OC.[/quotemsg]
Yes, you'll be doing very well with the h100i GTX, glad I was able to help :)

 

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