CPU Cooling Options?

[vault08]

I have a Rosewill Challenger case that, after i've instralled my GPU and RAM, doesn't leave room for an aftermarket cooler.

We would like additional cooling for the CPU though.

Is installing another fan going to make any noticeable difference?

We've already applied thermal paste.

What's the best option without an aftermarket cooler?

 

[amd4lif3]

what socket is your cpu?

 

[vault08]

LGA 1150

 

[Acuity]

Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM

Will fit

 

[amd4lif3]

if you have a space for a fan have you thought about getting a watercooler like a corsair h60i

 

[amd4lif3]

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=HS-006-CS

 

[Acuity]

Me personally I would go for the Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM over the Corsair h60i it is quite a bit better

 

[vault08]

I think we would hit a problem with the Noctua, because the RAM slot is fairly close to the CPU on my mobo and the RAM is decently tall, I think there might be blockage.

 

[amd4lif3]

exactly watercooler

 

[amd4lif3]

but whatever you do dont use the stock cooler its rubbish

 

[vault08]

I think we'll do a liquid cooler. Should that get temps down adequately?

 

[amd4lif3]

yes watercooling is like utopia in comparison to the dreaded intel stock cooler

 

[vault08]

Thank you. I went with the Corsair Hydro H50.