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Best Cooling for my Cpu

Best Cooling for my Cpu

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EmilyPlanet
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05-14-2021, 10:55 AM
#1
I recently assembled a new PC and am considering an upgrade for my CPU cooler to enhance overclocking. I currently use an i7-5820k with a Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO in a Corsair 750D case. I’m evaluating whether to switch to a better air cooler or a liquid CPU cooler. I’m thinking about Corsair H110 or Noctua NH-D15. Which option would give the best performance at a lower cost? Also, I have a friend who’d be happy to buy my old cooler if I replace it.

Additionally, I need to think about whether investing in a better graphics card would be more beneficial than improving cooling. I have a GTX 580 and might prefer upgrading that instead.
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EmilyPlanet
05-14-2021, 10:55 AM #1

I recently assembled a new PC and am considering an upgrade for my CPU cooler to enhance overclocking. I currently use an i7-5820k with a Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO in a Corsair 750D case. I’m evaluating whether to switch to a better air cooler or a liquid CPU cooler. I’m thinking about Corsair H110 or Noctua NH-D15. Which option would give the best performance at a lower cost? Also, I have a friend who’d be happy to buy my old cooler if I replace it.

Additionally, I need to think about whether investing in a better graphics card would be more beneficial than improving cooling. I have a GTX 580 and might prefer upgrading that instead.

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golden_fraddy
Member
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05-22-2021, 08:54 AM
#2
Save up for a nice GPU. 212 EVO is a good option. Keep it for now and after upgrading to a GPU, get an NH-D15.
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golden_fraddy
05-22-2021, 08:54 AM #2

Save up for a nice GPU. 212 EVO is a good option. Keep it for now and after upgrading to a GPU, get an NH-D15.

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05-22-2021, 03:51 PM
#3
Upgrade the GPU prior to installing the cooler.
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AwkwardPandaXD
05-22-2021, 03:51 PM #3

Upgrade the GPU prior to installing the cooler.

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CA_KoolDude
Junior Member
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05-23-2021, 08:43 PM
#4
Zorgax :
I just got a new PC and am considering improving my cooler to better overclock my CPU. Right now I have an i7-5820k and a Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO. My case is a Corsair 750D. I’m not planning to install a custom water loop, so I’m looking into either a better air cooler or a liquid CPU cooler. Should this upgrade be worthwhile? I’m thinking about either a Corsair H110 or the Noctua NH-D15. Which one would give the best performance at a lower cost? Neither seems too bad, right? Also, I have a friend who’s willing to buy my old cooler if I replace it.

Another thing to think about is whether I should invest this money in a better graphics card or cooling system. I currently have a GTX 580, so maybe it’s better to upgrade the GPU instead.

You should definitely focus on upgrading your CPU cooler first. I recommend the Corsair H110i GTX, because you won’t be able to upgrade your GPU with the money you have for good AIO CPU coolers.
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CA_KoolDude
05-23-2021, 08:43 PM #4

Zorgax :
I just got a new PC and am considering improving my cooler to better overclock my CPU. Right now I have an i7-5820k and a Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO. My case is a Corsair 750D. I’m not planning to install a custom water loop, so I’m looking into either a better air cooler or a liquid CPU cooler. Should this upgrade be worthwhile? I’m thinking about either a Corsair H110 or the Noctua NH-D15. Which one would give the best performance at a lower cost? Neither seems too bad, right? Also, I have a friend who’s willing to buy my old cooler if I replace it.

Another thing to think about is whether I should invest this money in a better graphics card or cooling system. I currently have a GTX 580, so maybe it’s better to upgrade the GPU instead.

You should definitely focus on upgrading your CPU cooler first. I recommend the Corsair H110i GTX, because you won’t be able to upgrade your GPU with the money you have for good AIO CPU coolers.

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coolness2001
Member
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05-24-2021, 05:25 AM
#5
Save up for a nice GPU. 212 EVO is a good option. Keep it for now and after upgrading to a GPU, get an NH-D15.
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coolness2001
05-24-2021, 05:25 AM #5

Save up for a nice GPU. 212 EVO is a good option. Keep it for now and after upgrading to a GPU, get an NH-D15.