Is this CPU cooler suitable for overclocking?
Is this CPU cooler suitable for overclocking?
Currently, if I'm searching for a budget AIO cooler that's widely accessible worldwide, this one would be a good option, even though I usually don't favor Arctic models. They've performed well in every review I've read so far.
When it comes to overclocking, this isn't the right choice. It's best suited only for simple stock setups on six-core or fewer CPUs.
https://www.guru3d.com/articles_pages/as...ew,10.html
For any CPU with eight cores or more, whether for regular use or advanced overclocking, you'll need a more powerful device—ideally in a 280 or 360mm size.
Eh, you can find one for around 100 dollars on Amazon, suitable for a basic i5 or Ryzen 5 setup that only handles stock performance and ideally without PBO activated. However, I wouldn't recommend aiming for something that would support overclocking for anything beyond a Ryzen 3 or i3 these days. Take a closer look at the cooler too—its 240mm radiator is especially compact.
We're not looking at the same coolers. You're looking at the TUF series.
The OP's talking about the Strix.
I agree with you, the Strix stands out in its own way. Even if it was released in mid 2019, there doesn’t appear to be any single professional review of this model. It seems likely that the Strix and TUF LC models share the same radiator and possibly the same pump, though the pump has a different housing and the Strix includes extra features. Still, the absence of a review for a product over a year old is telling, especially since there’s no real information available about it. Many unboxing videos exist, but no professional opinions to back them up. This lack of feedback feels unusual for what should be a high-end item.
Which CPU are you planning to upgrade? That's the most crucial part, but it was left out??? It's not the same when overclocking a low-power 4-core or a high-end 12/16-core processor, whether Intel or AMD. In the 240 range, the Arctic Liquid Freezer II 240 stands out as a performance leader with great value, while anything from ROG is too expensive for its features. For instance, I've kept my 3700x OC-ed at 4.4GHz under 75°C.