Ideas for a fresh CPU cooler for i7 920
Ideas for a fresh CPU cooler for i7 920
Hi everyone
I’m looking for a CPU cooler for my i7 920. I want something quieter than the original fan. Some people suggest 120MM fans are more silent. But I’m not sure if my case can fit a new 120MM cooler. My case is a CoolerMaster RC690.
Priorities:
1. Quiet, quiet and quiet – I need it to be very silent, especially since I’ll be using it in a dorm.
2. If it’s also cooler, that would be great!
3. Budget should not exceed 60$.
Thanks a lot!
Yeah but the review isn't the most enthusiastic one. The Intel Core i7-920 stock heatsink can run fairly quietly at lower fan speeds, especially with good PWM control and a soundproof enclosure. It only becomes noticeable to those with keen ears. But when under load, it struggles to maintain reasonable temperatures without reaching full speed. In our testing, we had to halt the process once the fan was undervolted below 10V (21~22 dBA@1m), as the CPU nearly failed due to overheating. It performs poorly and produces unwanted noise, making it a good illustration of a stock cooler that's just adequate.
By the way, I saw a recent review mentioning the Gelid Tranquillo is very quiet, but it might be on back order at the Egg.
The issue is fully compatible with 160mm tall tower coolers. For optimal quiet operation and effective cooling, I recommend a Thermalright model. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as...6835109021
They are both popular and well-regarded coolers, but I wouldn't expect to get the Sunbeam rebate based on what I've heard. My top pick would be the Thermalright, though it's currently out of stock. If that doesn't work, I'd consider these options.
Scythe Mugen 2
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as...6835185142
XIGMATEK Intel Core i7 compatible Dark Knight-S1283V
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as...6835233029
The Scythe might be challenging if your RAM is over 40mm and all the dimming settings are filled.
Another choice is the Thermalright MUX-120 Black, which is straightforward to install and operates very quietly.
I know this from personal experience using it with my i7 860, but I'm unsure about its performance on an i7 920.
It keeps the 860 cool during idle, around 32°C, and the fan runs very softly under 20dB.
http://www.thermalright.com/products/?ac...&cat_id=27
Yeah but the review isn't the most enthusiastic one. The Intel Core i7-920 stock heatsink can run fairly quietly at lower fan speeds, especially with good PWM control and a soundproof enclosure. It only becomes noticeable to those with keen ears. But when under load, it struggles to maintain reasonable temperatures without reaching full speed. In our testing, we had to halt the process once the fan was undervolted below 10V (21~22 dBA@1m), as the CPU nearly failed due to excessive heat. It performs poorly and produces unwanted noise, making it a good illustration of a stock cooler that's just adequate.
By the way, I saw a recent review mentioning the Gelid Tranquillo is very quiet, but it might be on back order at the Egg.
Nothing special, I've been using this computer with the wstock fan since then. The only change I made was swapping the HD4890 for a GTX750Ti. I won't buy AMD again ever after.
Besides that, the i7 920 still performs well compared to modern mid-range laptops.
That's quite an impressive upgrade!