1 x 480 Rad enough?
1 x 480 Rad enough?
I just experienced a leak in one of my rads and, because I need to replace it, I thought about upgrading most of my components. Since the other 240 rads are functioning well, I’m curious if I should include them in the new EK XE 480 I plan to install.
I’m currently running a dual D5 (with bitspower top) in series, but I opted for a single EK X-res 140 with an integrated pump instead. It will cool my 6800K (which I’ve overclocked to 4.2-4.4) and my GTX 780TI as well.
My questions are:
- Would the single pump-res setup suffice? Or because I already have dual D5s, should I also integrate those into the loop?
- Would adding the 240 rads along with the 480 provide any noticeable improvement? I’d prefer quiet operation, so I want the fans to run at low speeds most of the time. Although simplicity is important, adding another 240 rads might help with cooling at lower fan RPMs. I’d be happy to go with just one rad if it helps.
The radiator would suffice. That’s more than enough space compared to what I have, and I’ve got around 600mm available. Handling a 4790K at 5ghz with an overvolted 980ti at 1.25v and 1510mhz, while keeping CPU temps under 70, is manageable. Adding the 240 alongside the 480 would be beneficial because it allows fans to run slower while maintaining effective cooling. With such ample space, dual pumps would be ideal unless you’re using a very powerful pump. I’m currently running my MCP 655 at 4/5 to keep the system cool.
The radiator would suffice. That’s more than enough space compared to what I have, and I’ve got around 600mm available. Handling a 4790K at 5ghz with an overvolted 980ti at 1.25v and 1510mhz, while keeping CPU temps under 70, is manageable. Adding the 240 alongside the 480 would be beneficial because it allows fans to run slower while maintaining effective cooling. With such ample space, dual pumps would be ideal unless you’re using a very powerful pump. I’m currently running my MCP 655 at 4/5 to keep the system cool.