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OC i5 2500k to 4.3Mhz+ compatible with Lepa or Cooler Master

OC i5 2500k to 4.3Mhz+ compatible with Lepa or Cooler Master

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Biz_Daretz
Junior Member
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12-07-2016, 01:53 PM
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Hello everyone. I'm considering installing an OC on my i5 2500K with either the Lepa LPWAC120-HF or the Cooler Master RL-S12V-24PK-R2 water cooling system. I'm unsure which one will perform best, but based on the reviews I've read, the Lepa seems to be a better choice.

Can it be possible to achieve a clock speed of 4.3 or even 4.5 MHz with either option?

P.S.: My motherboard is a P8P67 if that matters.
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Biz_Daretz
12-07-2016, 01:53 PM #1

Hello everyone. I'm considering installing an OC on my i5 2500K with either the Lepa LPWAC120-HF or the Cooler Master RL-S12V-24PK-R2 water cooling system. I'm unsure which one will perform best, but based on the reviews I've read, the Lepa seems to be a better choice.

Can it be possible to achieve a clock speed of 4.3 or even 4.5 MHz with either option?

P.S.: My motherboard is a P8P67 if that matters.

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WildcatCub203
Junior Member
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12-07-2016, 08:35 PM
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all this chatter about coolers. I'm using a Hyper 212 plus, which is a generation ahead of the 212 Evo. My 2600k has been overclocked to 4.5ghz for four and a half years now. You don't really need extreme cooling unless you're pushing some advanced vcore.
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WildcatCub203
12-07-2016, 08:35 PM #2

all this chatter about coolers. I'm using a Hyper 212 plus, which is a generation ahead of the 212 Evo. My 2600k has been overclocked to 4.5ghz for four and a half years now. You don't really need extreme cooling unless you're pushing some advanced vcore.

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eylon2030
Member
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12-07-2016, 08:54 PM
#3
the 2500k is very straightforward to overclock in comparison to later intel processors, thanks to its superior tolerance for vcore and heat levels. you won't face any issues reaching 4.3ghz+.
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eylon2030
12-07-2016, 08:54 PM #3

the 2500k is very straightforward to overclock in comparison to later intel processors, thanks to its superior tolerance for vcore and heat levels. you won't face any issues reaching 4.3ghz+.

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Velizar06
Posting Freak
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12-08-2016, 02:20 AM
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These coolers are terrible. Get a high-end 212x, it's affordable and will work better than these. For a solid 120mm liquid cooler, opt for the H80i GT.
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Velizar06
12-08-2016, 02:20 AM #4

These coolers are terrible. Get a high-end 212x, it's affordable and will work better than these. For a solid 120mm liquid cooler, opt for the H80i GT.

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12-08-2016, 03:07 AM
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So for now I have to go with a regular cooler, but... I thought a water cooling cooler would work too. The H80i is a bit over my budget. However, I've heard the Hyper 212EVO would perform just as well as the Hyper 212X.
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PixelatedKirby
12-08-2016, 03:07 AM #5

So for now I have to go with a regular cooler, but... I thought a water cooling cooler would work too. The H80i is a bit over my budget. However, I've heard the Hyper 212EVO would perform just as well as the Hyper 212X.

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Raidex20
Posting Freak
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12-10-2016, 12:30 AM
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The 212 EVO holds its own, but it's beginning to show signs of wear. The Cryorig H7 is now the preferred choice. 120mm AIO water coolers aren't a good deal. They don't significantly outperform air coolers, they're noisier, cost more, and are prone to failure.
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Raidex20
12-10-2016, 12:30 AM #6

The 212 EVO holds its own, but it's beginning to show signs of wear. The Cryorig H7 is now the preferred choice. 120mm AIO water coolers aren't a good deal. They don't significantly outperform air coolers, they're noisier, cost more, and are prone to failure.

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JaynKay
Member
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12-18-2016, 12:06 AM
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I keep checking forums and many say the Noctua NH-D14 works great with an OC to 4.5Mhz and it's also quieter. But the cost is a bit steep for me—around 80 euros.
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I was hoping for something closer to 50-60 euros...
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JaynKay
12-18-2016, 12:06 AM #7

I keep checking forums and many say the Noctua NH-D14 works great with an OC to 4.5Mhz and it's also quieter. But the cost is a bit steep for me—around 80 euros.
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I was hoping for something closer to 50-60 euros...

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gafor123
Member
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12-18-2016, 05:15 AM
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The D14 offers high performance and matches the capabilities of 240mm AIO water coolers. The Cryorig H7 provides better value for your money and outperforms the 212 EVO.
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gafor123
12-18-2016, 05:15 AM #8

The D14 offers high performance and matches the capabilities of 240mm AIO water coolers. The Cryorig H7 provides better value for your money and outperforms the 212 EVO.

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WereWolf87
Member
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12-20-2016, 11:51 AM
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all this chatter about coolers. I'm using a Hyper 212 plus, which is a generation ahead of the 212 Evo. My 2600k has been overclocked to 4.5ghz for four and a half years now. You don't really need extreme cooling unless you're pushing some advanced vcore.
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WereWolf87
12-20-2016, 11:51 AM #9

all this chatter about coolers. I'm using a Hyper 212 plus, which is a generation ahead of the 212 Evo. My 2600k has been overclocked to 4.5ghz for four and a half years now. You don't really need extreme cooling unless you're pushing some advanced vcore.