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MAELSTROM 240T for i7 3770k

MAELSTROM 240T for i7 3770k

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THEBLUEBOLT
Member
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06-25-2016, 02:24 AM
#1
I just got a free I7 3770k and now I'm looking for a cooling solution. I was considering the MAELSTROM 240T because it's affordable, while the other option is the less-known GLACIER GLC240A. The prices are: GLACIER GLC240A = 274 Rial, MAELSTROM 240T = 327 Rial. What do you think?
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THEBLUEBOLT
06-25-2016, 02:24 AM #1

I just got a free I7 3770k and now I'm looking for a cooling solution. I was considering the MAELSTROM 240T because it's affordable, while the other option is the less-known GLACIER GLC240A. The prices are: GLACIER GLC240A = 274 Rial, MAELSTROM 240T = 327 Rial. What do you think?

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1234qaz12qaz
Posting Freak
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07-02-2016, 09:19 AM
#2
I evaluated these two options, and they both show solid performance.
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1234qaz12qaz
07-02-2016, 09:19 AM #2

I evaluated these two options, and they both show solid performance.

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Bahezz
Member
201
07-08-2016, 09:29 AM
#3
Do you have just these two choices? You can use an air cooler to achieve similar results as the CoolerMaster Hyper 212x or the Cryorig H7.
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Bahezz
07-08-2016, 09:29 AM #3

Do you have just these two choices? You can use an air cooler to achieve similar results as the CoolerMaster Hyper 212x or the Cryorig H7.

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Pigster007
Member
172
07-09-2016, 07:35 AM
#4
Are these the sole choices available? If possible, you can use an air cooler such as the CoolerMaster Hyper 212x or the Cryorig H7.
Yes, those are the only options for me when it comes to liquid coolers, but I’m not concerned about the air or liquid aspects—I prioritize performance. Since the i7 3770k is quite old, I aim for the maximum overclocking potential. Which direction should I take?
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Pigster007
07-09-2016, 07:35 AM #4

Are these the sole choices available? If possible, you can use an air cooler such as the CoolerMaster Hyper 212x or the Cryorig H7.
Yes, those are the only options for me when it comes to liquid coolers, but I’m not concerned about the air or liquid aspects—I prioritize performance. Since the i7 3770k is quite old, I aim for the maximum overclocking potential. Which direction should I take?

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Caribbean_Blue
Senior Member
609
07-24-2016, 06:42 AM
#5
Among these choices, I would pick neither and select a good air cooler for a lower cost. It's interesting to wonder why they're presented as the sole options—could it be because of stock constraints or simply the limited selection being offered?
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Caribbean_Blue
07-24-2016, 06:42 AM #5

Among these choices, I would pick neither and select a good air cooler for a lower cost. It's interesting to wonder why they're presented as the sole options—could it be because of stock constraints or simply the limited selection being offered?

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DemiFiend
Junior Member
7
07-25-2016, 06:00 AM
#6
Between those choices, I wouldn’t pick any and would go for a decent air cooler instead for less cost. It’s interesting to wonder why they’re presented as the only options... is it because of stock issues or just the two you think about buying? Those are the only ones that fit my budget and availability. But what kind of air cooling setup would work best for an i7 3770k? I’m open to ideas. I currently use a Deepcool Gamma X 200T, though it’s not very impressive. 😊
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DemiFiend
07-25-2016, 06:00 AM #6

Between those choices, I wouldn’t pick any and would go for a decent air cooler instead for less cost. It’s interesting to wonder why they’re presented as the only options... is it because of stock issues or just the two you think about buying? Those are the only ones that fit my budget and availability. But what kind of air cooling setup would work best for an i7 3770k? I’m open to ideas. I currently use a Deepcool Gamma X 200T, though it’s not very impressive. 😊

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Linus_TechTips
Junior Member
17
07-30-2016, 03:11 AM
#7
The Dark Rock and Dark Rock Pro 3 and 4 are all excellent coolers. What is your budget? Which websites or stock levels do you have? That could be the main constraint.
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Linus_TechTips
07-30-2016, 03:11 AM #7

The Dark Rock and Dark Rock Pro 3 and 4 are all excellent coolers. What is your budget? Which websites or stock levels do you have? That could be the main constraint.

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jonzen
Junior Member
18
07-30-2016, 03:44 AM
#8
rubix_1011 :
The Dark Rock and Dark Rock Pro 3 and 4 are all very good coolers.
What is your budget? What sites or availability do you have? That might be the more limiting factor.
i live in iran M8 . we dont have the new coolers or if we do its at the price of the blood . so please give me an example of 2 or 3 year old cooler design
tnx
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jonzen
07-30-2016, 03:44 AM #8

rubix_1011 :
The Dark Rock and Dark Rock Pro 3 and 4 are all very good coolers.
What is your budget? What sites or availability do you have? That might be the more limiting factor.
i live in iran M8 . we dont have the new coolers or if we do its at the price of the blood . so please give me an example of 2 or 3 year old cooler design
tnx

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Abbasaurus
Member
209
07-30-2016, 10:49 AM
#9
still curious about next steps
😀
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Abbasaurus
07-30-2016, 10:49 AM #9

still curious about next steps
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Mallignence
Member
62
08-07-2016, 05:04 PM
#10
It could be simpler if you shared a link to a local tech site with choices. What is your budget? What are you really seeking — top cooling performance or just an aftermarket cooler? Have you gone through this list?
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Mallignence
08-07-2016, 05:04 PM #10

It could be simpler if you shared a link to a local tech site with choices. What is your budget? What are you really seeking — top cooling performance or just an aftermarket cooler? Have you gone through this list?

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