Full System Water Cooling Loop
Full System Water Cooling Loop
Sure thing. I just need to keep saving a bit more before doing this. Makes sense, right?
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NeedOwnedGaming :
Alright, the main thing is saving more money before starting this. Dang it. :|
This seems really smart—it gives you more time to organize everything.
What about cooling my CPU? Since it's a 970 and it doesn't overheat much, and I'm not overclocking it, I can keep it that way. If needed, I can always upgrade another fan and handle the GPU cooling later.
I wouldn't recommend a closed loop cooler unless you're looking at Swiftech H220/H240 or the EKWB Predator series. The Swiftech H220 X2 is available near the price of a Corsair H110 and uses higher quality parts. Given his budget, it might be more practical. With an NZXT Kraken G10, he could also use one on his GPU.
If I were you, I wouldn't take that path. The EK Predator 240 handles a 10C delta-T at 300 watts when the fans are running at full speed. This allows you to install a GPU directly into the cooler without needing an extra radiator—just add the GPU module. AIO coolers usually rely on aluminum radiators and low-flow pumps, which is why they tend to have limited cooling performance.
If I were in your position, I wouldn't take that path. The EK Predator 240 supports a 10C delta-T at 300 watts when the fans run at full speed. This allows you to integrate a GPU into the cooler without needing an extra radiator—just attach the GPU module. AIO coolers usually rely on aluminum radiators and low-flow pumps, which explains their affordability but also their limited performance. I understand your view, but for someone aiming to save costs, a CLC might be the most sensible choice.
I would argue that purchasing a quality air cooler is likely the most sensible choice given a tight budget. No liquid cooling solution under $120 USD with liquid for CPU or GPU appears available. The Swiftech H220 X2 costs around $139 USD, which is near the upper limit of my recommendation range for liquid cooling. A few XSPC kits also fall into the $140+ category and use the 420 pump, making them a reasonable option for a small loop.
I would argue that purchasing a quality air cooler is likely the most practical choice given a tight budget. No liquid-based solutions under $120 USD for CPU or GPU cooling appeal to me. The Swiftech H220 X2 is available near $139 USD, which aligns with my recommendation for liquid cooling options. Some XSPC kits also fall in the $140+ range and use the 420 pump, making them suitable for a compact loop.
I generally avoid closed-loop coolers for most components. My office setup includes a Corsair H110i GTX that I keep unused, so I’m hesitant to use it on personal devices.
I concur with this stance and am currently running an EK Predator 240 with a 2700K overclocked to 4.5ghz. It performs well under load, though the temperatures remain within acceptable limits.