GPU Closed loop + CPU Closed loop, or a custom loop?
GPU Closed loop + CPU Closed loop, or a custom loop?
Hi, I was wondering whether or not I should cool my CPU with sealed corsair kit, and also cool my GPU with a second sealed corsair kit + kraken g10 bracket. Or, if i should just go for building my first custom loop. I have wanted to do a custom loop for a while, Which set up will offer the best performance?
Thanks,
-DCNOS18
I'm checking the hardware I'm using and the extent of the overclocking efforts.
timeconsumer :
I'm wondering about the GPUs and CPUs you're using and how much effort you're planning to put into upgrading them. My GPU is an MSI Radeon HD 7950, and my CPU is an i7 6600K. I'm aiming to overclock them as much as cooling allows.
Water cooling definitely aids in reaching that goal. Whether you're willing to invest time, effort, and funds for a tailored loop is entirely up to you. If you have space for several large radiators (such as a 3x120 + 2x120 setup), it will surpass the multiple closed-loop option.
First, assess your current overclocker level in that CPU before moving forward. Check how much you can push it under air pressure.
If you're determined to go all-in on extreme overclocking, consider removing the case. It's dangerous, but some users report temperature reductions of up to 20°C.
Regarding the GPUs...good luck.
Timeconsumer:
Water cooling definitely aids in achieving better performance. The decision to invest time, effort, and money hinges on whether you value the benefits or not. If you have space for several large radiators (such as a 3x120 + 2x120 setup), it will surpass the multiple closed-loop option.
Before proceeding, assess your current overclocker level on that CPU. Test how much you can push it in air. For those aiming for extreme overclocks, consider delidding the system—it's risky but some users report temperature reductions of up to 20°C.
Regarding GPUs...good luck.
I opted for two closed loops because I already had a Corsair H55 installed on my 7950. I purchased an H110i GT and mounted it on my CPU (Intel Core i5 6600k). I’m unsure about the delidding process or how to perform it, but after searching quickly, it looks promising. However, my main concern right now is pushing my GPU overclock further. I’ve set the voltage for both core and memory while still seeing some artifacts in games like Fallout 4 (1300 mV and 1700 mV respectively).
Fixing the HD 7950 is likely to yield little improvement. I'd have invested in a superior GPU instead.
DCNOS18:
-Update: I've been updated to 5.0 GHz and everything is working smoothly! http://valid.x86.fr/0g0k1r
That should definitely resolve the issue you were facing.
Yogi