Which CPU heatsink/fan should I get?

[Guest]

I am torn between 2 fans:

1. The Zalman CNPS 8900 quiet
2. The Noctua NH-L12

In tests, the Noctua out-performs the Zalman.

The issue is size. The Noctua is quite tall so I would have to sacrifice the top of the two fans. Is it still better without this fan or does the Zalman push ahead?

I have an Alienware X51 case if you were curious.

Any help is appreciated.

Thanks.

 

[robinwing14]

I would say go with the one that fits in your case, so go with the zalman.

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

https://www.alternate.fr/Cryorig/C1/html/product/1135728?event=search
Cryorig C1

L144.5 mm x W140 mm x H74 mm

Will this fit.

 

[glitchmaster0001]

the best bang for buck cpu cooler is the coolermaster hyper 212 but idk if that will fit in your case

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

Won't fit the case he has is more or less SFF.

 

[robinwing14]

Looking at the zalman and the cryorig, they look about the same size.

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

CRYORIG C1 is the best of it's style on the market.

 

[robinwing14]

So i could be wrong, but it looks like the cryorig would fit in your case if the zalman would

 

[Guest]

Dimensions for the Zalman 120mm X 120mm X 60mm (Zalman site)
Cryorig 140mm X 144,5mm (heatsink sticks out a bit) X 74mm

Also I can't find anyone who has put the cryorig in the X51 so...

 

[Guest]

The C1 might fit actually

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

If you know the Zalman fit's for sure , better to get it.

Cryorig is superior , but get what fits.