CPU Cooler Question?

[Torpedotorres]

So i have a Corsair carbide spec 01 not a very big case but i was just wondering what can be the best CPU cooler and that would fit in the case.

PC Specs:
CPU: AMD Athlon x4 760k
Ram: G.SKILL Ripjaws X Series 8GB
GPU: GTX 660 2GB
Motherboard: MSI A78M-E35

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

Compatible Corsair Liquid Coolers
H55, H60, H75, H80

Maximum CPU Cooler Height
150mm.

That leaves the 212 series out of the question.

The 212X is 158mm and the 212 Plus and EVO are 159mm.

 

[TheMagicalWallaby]

You could use something like a kraken X41 (better than the Corsair 120mm coolers and h100i) in the front.

EDIT: All you really need is something like a Hyper tx3 (but make sure it fits, I think it can).

 

[geofelt]

Your case is 7.8" wide, or 198mm. It should fit any cooler you want. The normal max height is 160mm.

If you google "carbide spec 01" you will see a link to a bunch of photos. Look for your cooler in one of the photos.
https://www.google.com/search?q=carbide+spec+01+.jpg&biw=1188&bih=844&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=VILtU_zsCc-cygS0yYHoCg&ved=0CD8QsAQ

 

[EasyLover]

Following Corsair AIO coolers are supported in this case:
H55, H60, H75, H80

Noctua's NH-U9B SE2 can also be fitted in this case.

Cooler Master Hyper TX3 can also be fitted in this case.

NZXT Kraken X41 can also be fitted in this case.

 

[geofelt]

Do not spend a lot of money on a cooler. Particularly a fancy all in one liquid cooler. Your cpu is not worth it. A simple tower type such as a cm hyper212 will do the job.

And... your case may be small, but it has very good cooling capabilities. That is more important than size.

 

[Torpedotorres]

Do not spend a lot of money on a cooler. Particularly a fancy all in one liquid cooler. Your cpu is not worth it. A simple tower type such as a cm hyper212 will do the job.

And... your case may be small, but it has very good cooling capabilities. That is more important than size.

So which Hyper 212 would be the best?

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

Maximum CPU Cooler Height
150mm.

The 212X is 158mm and the 212 Plus and EVO are 159mm.

They won't fit.

 

[Torpedotorres]

Compatible Corsair Liquid Coolers
H55, H60, H75, H80

Maximum CPU Cooler Height
150mm.

That leaves the 212 series out of the question.

The 212X is 158mm and the 212 Plus and EVO are 159mm.

Maximum CPU Cooler Height
150mm.

The 212X is 158mm and the 212 Plus and EVO are 159mm.

They won't fit.

Everyone else saying go for the Hyper 212? So i dont know and im not really overclocking it i just want a good efficient Cpu cooler.

 

[geofelt]

Well. I stand corrected, the spec does say a 150mm max.
But here is one review which says that the noctua NH-U12p, a 158mm cooler fits:
http://www.vortez.net/articles_pages/corsair_carbide_spec_01_review,8.html

Good thing because that is a very attractive case.

 

[geofelt]

If you are not overclocking, then even the stock cooler should do the job.
A good reason for an aftermarket cooler is to reduce noise under load.
The small fans on stock coolers get noisy under high loads.
The best way to attack noise is to use slower turning larger fans. Hence the popularity of the hyper coolers.
You could use the stock cooler initially, and see how you do.
Then, measure your space to find out exactly how much room you have.

Or... if you want a very good quiet small cooler, look at the noctua NH-U9b.
Their smaller fans are very quiet and smooth:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835608016

 

[Torpedotorres]

If you are not overclocking, then even the stock cooler should do the job.
A good reason for an aftermarket cooler is to reduce noise under load.
The small fans on stock coolers get noisy under high loads.
The best way to attack noise is to use slower turning larger fans. Hence the popularity of the hyper coolers.
You could use the stock cooler initially, and see how you do.
Then, measure your space to find out exactly how much room you have.

Or... if you want a very good quiet small cooler, look at the noctua NH-U9b.
Their smaller fans are very quiet and smooth:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835608016

Well the thing is my CPU seems to being a little hotter than i want so thats why in looking into a Aftermarket Cooler and also ima being playing games so i just dont want my CPU to really over heat

*Edit So in reality im looking for something to keep my CPU best cooled.

 

[EasyLover]

Dear,

Stick with CM TX3 and it will do the job for you. It is a good cooler, less expensive and it will fit in this case easily.

 

[Torpedotorres]

Dear,

Stick with CM TX3 and it will do the job for you. It is a good cooler, less expensive and it will fit in this case easily.

So it will be sufficient to keep my CPU temps at reasonable temps while heavy usage?

 

[EasyLover]

Dear,

Stick with CM TX3 and it will do the job for you. It is a good cooler, less expensive and it will fit in this case easily.

So it will be sufficient to keep my CPU temps at reasonable temps while heavy usage?

Yes it will.

 

[Torpedotorres]

Dear,

Stick with CM TX3 and it will do the job for you. It is a good cooler, less expensive and it will fit in this case easily.

So it will be sufficient to keep my CPU temps at reasonable temps while heavy usage?

Yes it will.

One last think will it supports my motherboards socket?

 

[EasyLover]

Your mobo has FM2+ socket. CM Hyper TX3 supports FM2+. Check the same on below mentioned link:

http://www.coolermaster.com/cooling/cpu-air-cooler/hyper-tx3/