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Best closed loop cooling?

Best closed loop cooling?

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Nejc007
Senior Member
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03-19-2017, 04:57 PM
#1
Hey everyone! I've been working on setting up a PC and here are the parts I have. I have some questions about cooling and power supply.

1. What do you suggest for cooling? I'm interested in closed loop systems but don't know which one to pick. I've looked at the forum post [link], but still unsure which is best!
2. If I choose closed loop cooling, do I need to upgrade my power supply?
3. Should I buy any cables or accessories for the build?
4. Can I connect the cooling solution to both the CPU and GPU?

Thanks for your time!
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Nejc007
03-19-2017, 04:57 PM #1

Hey everyone! I've been working on setting up a PC and here are the parts I have. I have some questions about cooling and power supply.

1. What do you suggest for cooling? I'm interested in closed loop systems but don't know which one to pick. I've looked at the forum post [link], but still unsure which is best!
2. If I choose closed loop cooling, do I need to upgrade my power supply?
3. Should I buy any cables or accessories for the build?
4. Can I connect the cooling solution to both the CPU and GPU?

Thanks for your time!

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ChiariWarrior
Junior Member
18
03-19-2017, 05:09 PM
#2
1. Consider using Swiftech H220/240/320 X2 or EK Predator 240/360.
Alternatively, opt for solid air cooling instead.
All the usual Corsair, Coolermaster, NZXT options are unnecessary.

2. High-end water cooling pumps consume only 20-30 watts.

3. A power cable, either Molex or SATA, is sufficient.

4. These approaches work well. Other methods don't.
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ChiariWarrior
03-19-2017, 05:09 PM #2

1. Consider using Swiftech H220/240/320 X2 or EK Predator 240/360.
Alternatively, opt for solid air cooling instead.
All the usual Corsair, Coolermaster, NZXT options are unnecessary.

2. High-end water cooling pumps consume only 20-30 watts.

3. A power cable, either Molex or SATA, is sufficient.

4. These approaches work well. Other methods don't.

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Kiwibuscus96
Member
59
03-20-2017, 02:06 AM
#3
1. Consider using Swiftech H220/240/320 X2 or EK Predator 240/360 models.
Alternatively, opt for solid air cooling instead.
All standard Corsair, Coolermaster, NZXT coolers are equivalent.
2. High-end water cooling pumps consume only 20-30 watts.
3. A power cable, either Molex or SATA, is sufficient.
4. These approaches work well with the solutions mentioned.
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Kiwibuscus96
03-20-2017, 02:06 AM #3

1. Consider using Swiftech H220/240/320 X2 or EK Predator 240/360 models.
Alternatively, opt for solid air cooling instead.
All standard Corsair, Coolermaster, NZXT coolers are equivalent.
2. High-end water cooling pumps consume only 20-30 watts.
3. A power cable, either Molex or SATA, is sufficient.
4. These approaches work well with the solutions mentioned.

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Gotten75
Member
129
03-27-2017, 11:45 PM
#4
You should probably get a water block for the GPU and connect it to the cooler. It’s a common step when setting up a new PC, even if you're just starting out.
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Gotten75
03-27-2017, 11:45 PM #4

You should probably get a water block for the GPU and connect it to the cooler. It’s a common step when setting up a new PC, even if you're just starting out.