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Basic 7700K OC setup with air cooler

Basic 7700K OC setup with air cooler

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Pickkson
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03-26-2017, 12:51 AM
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Hi guys. I'm not trying to overheat the CPU excessively, so I was curious if a less intense setting would work better from a cooling standpoint. I'm considering the Noctua U14S and C14S models, though I know Kaby Lake chips tend to get quite hot. Would either of these be safe, or am I taking unnecessary risks?
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Pickkson
03-26-2017, 12:51 AM #1

Hi guys. I'm not trying to overheat the CPU excessively, so I was curious if a less intense setting would work better from a cooling standpoint. I'm considering the Noctua U14S and C14S models, though I know Kaby Lake chips tend to get quite hot. Would either of these be safe, or am I taking unnecessary risks?

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03-26-2017, 07:14 AM
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Just opt for the u14s. The c14s seems quite fragile; I wouldn't want to upgrade my RAM and press too hard against the cooler during setup.
The 7700k is a fairly cool chip until you apply a lot of voltage, but even then, an average cooler should suffice as long as you manage heat.
The IHS thermal paste works well until you exceed 1.35v, but at 1.4v it becomes problematic.
If you plan to overclock later, a Noctua industrial 2000rpm fan or a Cooler Master Master Pro would be sufficient for a decent overclock while remaining quieter than an AIO cooler.
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Kronicftw
03-26-2017, 07:14 AM #2

Just opt for the u14s. The c14s seems quite fragile; I wouldn't want to upgrade my RAM and press too hard against the cooler during setup.
The 7700k is a fairly cool chip until you apply a lot of voltage, but even then, an average cooler should suffice as long as you manage heat.
The IHS thermal paste works well until you exceed 1.35v, but at 1.4v it becomes problematic.
If you plan to overclock later, a Noctua industrial 2000rpm fan or a Cooler Master Master Pro would be sufficient for a decent overclock while remaining quieter than an AIO cooler.

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03-30-2017, 03:36 PM
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noctuas coolers are excellent at handling temperatures, and larger models perform even better. For a budget-friendly option, consider the cryorig h5, which is also suitable for mild overclocking between 4.6 and 4.7.
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Rxnger
03-30-2017, 03:36 PM #3

noctuas coolers are excellent at handling temperatures, and larger models perform even better. For a budget-friendly option, consider the cryorig h5, which is also suitable for mild overclocking between 4.6 and 4.7.

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03-30-2017, 04:16 PM
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Just opt for the u14s. The c14s seems quite fragile; I wouldn't want to upgrade my RAM and press too hard against the cooler during setup.
The 7700k is a fairly cool chip until you apply a lot of voltage, but even then, an average cooler should suffice as long as you manage heat.
The IHS thermal paste works well until you exceed 1.35v, but at 1.4v it becomes problematic.
If you plan to overclock later, a Noctua industrial 2000rpm fan or a Cooler Master Master Pro cooler would be sufficient for a decent overclock while remaining quieter than an AIO cooler.
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em2a
03-30-2017, 04:16 PM #4

Just opt for the u14s. The c14s seems quite fragile; I wouldn't want to upgrade my RAM and press too hard against the cooler during setup.
The 7700k is a fairly cool chip until you apply a lot of voltage, but even then, an average cooler should suffice as long as you manage heat.
The IHS thermal paste works well until you exceed 1.35v, but at 1.4v it becomes problematic.
If you plan to overclock later, a Noctua industrial 2000rpm fan or a Cooler Master Master Pro cooler would be sufficient for a decent overclock while remaining quieter than an AIO cooler.

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