Do I need an aftermarket cooler for Ryzen 5 1600 and if so, which one?

[Miika9]

Hi guys. I'm currently getting the parts for my first PC build. I'm aiming at mid-range with a budget of app. 1000€ (850£, 1100€), not including screen, keyboard or mouse.

Here are the specs:
- AMD Ryzen 5 1600
- GeForce GTX 1060
- GA-AB350-Gaming ATX
- EVGA 500W, 80 plus
- Corsair Carbide 100R case
Plus RAM and storage.

My question is, whether I should get an aftermarket cooler for the CPU and if, then which one? Ryzen 5 1600 ships with a cooler included and the case has one 120 mm fan installed, but I've heard it said that it wouldn't be enough.
I've looked through some options and the main problem seems to be compatibility: the case fits a 150 mm CPU fan in addition to its own, and the motherboard has its own demands as well (I'm sorry but this is my first build so there's a lot I don't know). I wouldn't like to spend more than 40€ but I also don't need the most efficient one on the market since I'm not planning on overclocking much. Thanks in advance!

 

[CountMike]

That cooler is enough if you don't OC. Good case ventilation is a must whatever CPU cooler you use.

 

[neiler0847]

The Ryzen 5 1600 comes with the AMD Wraith Spire cooler, which seems to be getting some pretty positive reviews. I'd suggest starting with that and seeing what kinds of temperatures your CPU shows. Add another case fan too.

 

[Miika9]

All right, any recommendations for a case fan?

 

[neiler0847]

All right, any recommendations for a case fan?

The carbide 100R has an opaque front, so the visuals of your fan choice are kind of immaterial.

I think I would try a Corsair AF140 in the top front spot. The SP fans are good when they are placed against something that restricts airflow (like that bottom spot in front of the drive cage), but an AF fan in front of that empty area will send a nice breeze through your whole case.

I'm itching to try one of their fancy ML120 fans, but those are more money.

A quick look at Amazon revealed a whack-load of case fans, many of which are less than $10. And with that front fan hidden, you could try just about anything. Just check the specs and focus on the sound (dB) stats and the air-flow stats (CFM).

 

[agello24]

I personally would HIGHLY advise you to get an after market cooler with pipes. i had the ryzen 5 1500x with stock cooler and the temps where ok like 45-50. then i upgraded to the ryzen 5 1600 and things are NOT THE SAME. during video editing, im getting temps at 62c and this is with the coolermaster 212evo and the am4 bracket. i got 52c with my fx8310 while editing the same or bigger files and it was a 95 watts cpu.

Hi guys. I'm currently getting the parts for my first PC build. I'm aiming at mid-range with a budget of app. 1000€ (850£, 1100€), not including screen, keyboard or mouse.

Here are the specs:
- AMD Ryzen 5 1600
- GeForce GTX 1060
- GA-AB350-Gaming ATX
- EVGA 500W, 80 plus
- Corsair Carbide 100R case
Plus RAM and storage.

My question is, whether I should get an aftermarket cooler for the CPU and if, then which one? Ryzen 5 1600 ships with a cooler included and the case has one 120 mm fan installed, but I've heard it said that it wouldn't be enough.
I've looked through some options and the main problem seems to be compatibility: the case fits a 150 mm CPU fan in addition to its own, and the motherboard has its own demands as well (I'm sorry but this is my first build so there's a lot I don't know). I wouldn't like to spend more than 40€ but I also don't need the most efficient one on the market since I'm not planning on overclocking much. Thanks in advance!