I7-7700k(Non-OC) CPU Coolers?

[Zantetsukennn]

Hello!

I'm planning on upgrading from an i5-6402p to an i7-7700k. I plan on oc later down the road, but I'm hoping to find a cooler that won't completely break the bank, but something that'll keep things really cool. And something that'll fit in my NZXT Phantom 240 case.

 

[raisonjohn]

Your case can fit CPU coolers as high as 158mm, so, I would suggest this good-quality, affordable, 145-mm high Cryorig H7 CPU Cooler (would even match your case if you have the white version):

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU Cooler: CRYORIG - H7 49.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($34.89 @ OutletPC)
Total: $34.89
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-07-21 11:18 EDT-0400

You can use the Cryorig H7 in non-OC or even for OC later on. Note that if you have a Z170 mobo (for 6th-gen CPU), you *might* have to update the BIOS for the 7th-gen i7-7700K CPU to run.

 

[jankerson]

THat's a small case.

Max cooler height only 158mm?

 

[JackNaylorPE]

The Mugen Max would be my pick ... at $34 it outperforms the $90 Cryorig R1 Ultimate

but it's 161 mm high and that case reports a max of 158..... the 145mm tall H7 would work.

 

[Zantetsukennn]

Your case can fit CPU coolers as high as 158mm, so, I would suggest this good-quality, affordable, 145-mm high Cryorig H7 CPU Cooler (would even match your case if you have the white version):

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU Cooler: CRYORIG - H7 49.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($34.89 @ OutletPC)
Total: $34.89
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-07-21 11:18 EDT-0400

You can use the Cryorig H7 in non-OC or even for OC later on. Note that if you have a Z170 mobo (for 6th-gen CPU), you *might* have to update the BIOS for the 7th-gen i7-7700K CPU to run.

I have the Asus ROG Maximus IX Hero Z270 Motherboard. It's a prebuilt that I'm upgrading. Should I just buy a new case as well?