2700X w/Scythe Mugen 5 Rev B
2700X w/Scythe Mugen 5 Rev B
Hey everyone,
I'm still figuring out which cooler to get for my 2700X. The temperatures are really high sometimes (like 90°C when playing Overwatch), and it's also pretty noisy. Luckily, a generous Twitch supporter helped me out with a decent amount of money, which pushed my budget up by $30 to $75. I've been considering the Scythe Mugen 5 Revision B for a while now because I've heard great things about it. Can anyone say if the Mugen 5 can handle a 105W TDP chip like the one in my GPU? The temps on the 1700 were impressive, but I'm not sure how they compare to other Ryzen models. Please share your thoughts and any other suggestions you have.
Thanks,
Noah
What happened to your custom liquid loop in your sig space? If not, are you using the stock cooler? If yes, then consider the Cryorig H7 cooler—it's affordable and performs well. You might also explore Noctua's options if you're seeking a more robust solution, though it still makes me wonder why you're replacing the custom liquid loop with an air cooler.
Sorry to hear about the oversight! This was from the specs of my previous build, which I gifted to my brother as a birthday present. I’m using the Wraith Prism cooler, and I really appreciate Noctua fans. The main drawback is that AM4 models tend to be more expensive, and they can easily damage my fingers when unplugging cables from older boards like the NH-D14. A smaller size would be better. I was considering the NH-U12S SE AM4 since I have a spare Noctua fan that could help with airflow. Would upgrading it really boost performance, or is it worth the extra cost right now?
If you've handed over the whole system to your brother, then it means you're dealing with separate components, right? If that's the case, please outline them clearly:
CPU: Motherboard: RAM: SSD/HDD: GPU: PSU: Chassis: Yes they are required because a case and nearby parts around the CPU socket can either hinder or help the setup of an air cooler and future compatibility.
I need to explain what I mean by left over. I modified my signature and overlooked updating the cooler, so all the details in my signature reflect the current setup.
I'm sorry you're experiencing such delays. After careful consideration, I proceeded with the H7. It came with an AM3+ bracket, which means I had to contact Cryorig support—something that hasn't been very helpful so far. I filed a support request both yesterday and today, but haven't received a response, even though it was posted over five hours ago.
I'm wondering if it's worth reaching out to customer support or if I should just purchase the bracket myself. Meanwhile, my dad's PC is using an NH-D14 cooler, but I've lost the screwdriver and mounting hardware. I've noticed the AM4 kits from Noctua are available, though I'm unsure if they include a screwdriver—this part isn't clear to me.
My dad says he's fine with using the H7, which would be suitable since his socket is LGA1150 and he can install it directly. Should I invest in the Cryorig version or go with the Noctua alternative? One thing that bothers me is the difficulty of connecting the 8-pin connector to the board, especially since I kept touching the fins. This isn't an urgent matter, but having a good cooler sooner would be better.