Good CPU cooler 155mm suitable for a slight overclock of 6700k
Good CPU cooler 155mm suitable for a slight overclock of 6700k
I currently have a noctua nh d9L but I’m thinking about switching to a 6700k. I’m not sure if a small overclock would help cool it down. Right now it keeps my I5-4570 around 40-45°C during games and 30-35°C when idle. My case has 155mm clearance. Do you have any suggestions? Could your cooler handle this upgrade? Thanks for your thoughts.
Hey there!
Your present CPU cooler performs excellently and should handle a 6700k easily.
If you have concerns about temperatures, keeping it under 70c is ideal, and staying below 80c during stress tests is better.
Given that your i5 is running at 45c under load, it’s impressive. A 6700k won’t generate much extra heat, so it should stay cool as well, offering a solid chance for high overclocks—next up might be moving to water cooling systems.
Yes, your current cooler will definitely work fine.
Your cooler is capable, but for a better option consider the Cryorig H7.
Hey there!
Your present CPU cooler performs excellently and should handle a 6700k easily.
If you're concerned about temperatures, keeping it under 70c is ideal, and staying below 80c during stress tests is better.
Given that your i5 is running at 45c under load, it's impressive. A 6700k won't generate much extra heat, so it should stay cool as well, offering a solid chance for high overclocks—next up might be moving to water cooling systems.
Yes, your current cooler will definitely work fine.
Try your present cooler first—it will likely perform well.
Especially if your setup offers good airflow.
14nm skylake should stay cool.
You’ll run out of safe vcore before hitting thermal limits.
By the way, as of May 2016:
Overclock potential at a reasonable 1.40v Vcore:
I7-6700K – 4.9% 2%
I7-6700K – 4.8% 17%
I7-6700K – 4.7% 59%
I7-6700K – 4.6% 93%
I7-6700K – 4.5% 100%