Which CPU fan to buy that will fit my case?

[Jayzor47]

Hi everyone,

I'm upgrading my stock fan and need help which fan will fit my case: http://www.deepcool.com/product/case/2015-06/9_3203.shtml

A good fan around $40 maybe. Also will any fan fit my motherboard?

Thanks in advance!

 

[CorsairSSC]

You need to tell us the CPU you have and the motherboard also.

 

[Jayzor47]

You need to tell us the CPU you have and the motherboard also.

Sorry. CPU is i7 4790, motherboard is Acer XC-605 (I think it's a custom board by Acer but looks like m-ATX)

 

[rhysiam]

The Cryorig H7 is just $30 on newegg right now and would (just) fit in your case. Assuming that mobo has standard mounting holes.
edit -> http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA4UF2DZ6565&cm_re=cryorig_h7-_-13C-000U-00005-_-Product

Plus, you can't OC, so why the aftermarket cooler? Do you really care that much about noise?

 

[Jayzor47]

You need to tell us the CPU you have and the motherboard also.

The Cryorig H7 is just $30 on newegg right now and would (just) fit in your case. Assuming that mobo has standard mounting holes.
edit -> http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA4UF2DZ6565&cm_re=cryorig_h7-_-13C-000U-00005-_-Product

Plus, you can't OC, so why the aftermarket cooler? Do you really care that much about noise?

Thanks will keep that in mind.

When I play heavy games I get max temp of 80 degrees celsius. It's dangerous in the long run right?

 

[Jayzor47]

Here is an actual pic inside my computer:

 

[rhysiam]

When I play heavy games I get max temp of 80 degrees celsius. It's dangerous in the long run right?

Yeah, those 4790/4790K chips do run hot! However, I really don't think that's remotely dangerous. Others will have different perspectives on this, so take my musings with a grain of salt.

Most CPUs in Intel ultrabook/portable devices, while only 2 cores and lower clocks, are essentially the same fabrication process and CPU design as your 4790. Those ultrabooks they run in do not have sufficient cooling to handle a sustained load. So, every time they run @ 100% CPU for any length of time, they quickly hit their max temp (~90 degrees) and have to downclock themselves to keep from melting. They will sit their at their temp limit for hours, with the CPU clocking itself up and down constantly to keep temps at (but not above) the limit. That's why if you run a benchmark on one of those devices while it's sitting in a freezer it'll post a significantly higher result.

The CPU in my Surface Pro3 spikes to 90 degrees within about 30-60 seconds of a 100% CPU load. I expect it to last for years and years without problems. 80 degrees for your 4790 should be perfectly safe too.

Might it last longer @ 65 degrees... probably. I just don't think it will be a relevant CPU anymore by the time it actually dies.

Make sure you keep the case and especially the CPU cooler free of dust and you should get years out of that CPU.

 

[Jayzor47]

When I play heavy games I get max temp of 80 degrees celsius. It's dangerous in the long run right?

Yeah, those 4790/4790K chips do run hot! However, I really don't think that's remotely dangerous. Others will have different perspectives on this, so take my musings with a grain of salt.

Most CPUs in Intel ultrabook/portable devices, while only 2 cores and lower clocks, are essentially the same fabrication process and CPU design as your 4790. Those ultrabooks they run in do not have sufficient cooling to handle a sustained load. So, every time they run @ 100% CPU for any length of time, they quickly hit their max temp (~90 degrees) and have to downclock themselves to keep from melting. They will sit their at their temp limit for hours, with the CPU clocking itself up and down constantly to keep temps at (but not above) the limit. That's why if you run a benchmark on one of those devices while it's sitting in a freezer it'll post a significantly higher result.

The CPU in my Surface Pro3 spikes to 90 degrees within about 30-60 seconds of a 100% CPU load. I expect it to last for years and years without problems. 80 degrees for your 4790 should be perfectly safe too.

Might it last longer @ 65 degrees... probably. I just don't think it will be a relevant CPU anymore by the time it actually dies.

Make sure you keep the case and especially the CPU cooler free of dust and you should get years out of that CPU.

Good point and I do agree. My CPU is already a year old, I'll give it maybe 3 more years before I get a new one.

I'll think about it. My case still has 2 more space for exhaust fan. Maybe I'll just add more fan to improve airflow.

Thanks for your input!

 

[rhysiam]

Good point and I do agree. My CPU is already a year old, I'll give it maybe 3 more years before I get a new one.

I'll think about it. My case still has 2 more space for exhaust fan. Maybe I'll just add more fan to improve airflow.

Thanks for your input!

It's your money, of course, spend it how you like. I would not prioritise cooling much myself, though.

What about a nice gaming mouse? Headset? Keyboard? The latter two will run north of your $40 budget, but those things will, IMHO, offer much more tangible upgrades.