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Assist in Choosing a 360mm AIO Cooler

Assist in Choosing a 360mm AIO Cooler

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snuttisnutti
Member
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01-03-2016, 05:43 AM
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I'm searching for the optimal choice that offers the best value for the 360mm AIO Cooler. I evaluated a Corsair 115i GTX but found my case only accommodates 120mm fans, so I need to replace it. Options include a Thermaltake 3.0 Ultimate 360mm online for $119, a Thermaltake 3.0 Riing version at $189.99 with a $20 rebate bringing it to $169.99, and a Swiftech H320x2 for $179 with Helix fans. The latter is available on Newegg while the others are at local stores. Which one would best keep my FX9590 cool?
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snuttisnutti
01-03-2016, 05:43 AM #1

I'm searching for the optimal choice that offers the best value for the 360mm AIO Cooler. I evaluated a Corsair 115i GTX but found my case only accommodates 120mm fans, so I need to replace it. Options include a Thermaltake 3.0 Ultimate 360mm online for $119, a Thermaltake 3.0 Riing version at $189.99 with a $20 rebate bringing it to $169.99, and a Swiftech H320x2 for $179 with Helix fans. The latter is available on Newegg while the others are at local stores. Which one would best keep my FX9590 cool?

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bumble66
Junior Member
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01-08-2016, 07:17 AM
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Compression fittings offer superior leak resistance, and the eLoop fans perform exceptionally well.
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bumble66
01-08-2016, 07:17 AM #2

Compression fittings offer superior leak resistance, and the eLoop fans perform exceptionally well.

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Dovi007
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01-08-2016, 08:02 AM
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Unquestionably, the Swiftech stands out with a significantly superior quality compared to the rest.
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Dovi007
01-08-2016, 08:02 AM #3

Unquestionably, the Swiftech stands out with a significantly superior quality compared to the rest.

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chongyicheng
Member
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01-25-2016, 06:19 PM
#4
Is the Swiftech unit better than the others beyond just its build quality? Should the choice depend on the Prestige model or not? Can you determine if it's the Prestige unit or not?
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chongyicheng
01-25-2016, 06:19 PM #4

Is the Swiftech unit better than the others beyond just its build quality? Should the choice depend on the Prestige model or not? Can you determine if it's the Prestige unit or not?

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theonlyraider
Member
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01-25-2016, 08:40 PM
#5
The higher build quality comes from a copper radiator, making it surpass other AIO models from companies like Corsair that use full aluminium radiators. The Prestige model is still uncertain.
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theonlyraider
01-25-2016, 08:40 PM #5

The higher build quality comes from a copper radiator, making it surpass other AIO models from companies like Corsair that use full aluminium radiators. The Prestige model is still uncertain.

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Homwer
Junior Member
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01-26-2016, 04:07 AM
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The Prestige unit features compression fittings and eLoop fans, whereas the model I found uses Helix fans and barb fittings. These are the key distinctions between the two.
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Homwer
01-26-2016, 04:07 AM #6

The Prestige unit features compression fittings and eLoop fans, whereas the model I found uses Helix fans and barb fittings. These are the key distinctions between the two.

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Cableperson
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02-04-2016, 07:45 AM
#7
You absolutely need the Prestige.
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Cableperson
02-04-2016, 07:45 AM #7

You absolutely need the Prestige.

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Katara7777
Junior Member
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02-05-2016, 06:04 AM
#8
I believe those variations are quite significant.
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Katara7777
02-05-2016, 06:04 AM #8

I believe those variations are quite significant.

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BaXTeR84
Member
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02-09-2016, 12:08 AM
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Compression fittings offer superior leak resistance, and the eLoop fans perform exceptionally well.
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BaXTeR84
02-09-2016, 12:08 AM #9

Compression fittings offer superior leak resistance, and the eLoop fans perform exceptionally well.