Overclocking an I7 8700K with a Corsair H115i RGB is possible, but it requires careful setup and monitoring.
Overclocking an I7 8700K with a Corsair H115i RGB is possible, but it requires careful setup and monitoring.
You are preparing to assemble an i7 8700k setup with specific components. The H115i Pro should fit into the Corsair 570x, but you need to position it correctly for optimal airflow through the radiator.
I wouldn't stress about the top or front positioning either; it will work just fine. For the top, make sure the fans are blowing through the radiator and out the top. For the front, do the same, but keep in mind the RGB fans are 240mm while the AIO is 280mm—you'll need to adjust things since you'll require the 280mm fans that came with the AIO to direct air from the front into the radiator and case...
As I mentioned earlier, the top will be fine. I currently have the H150i pro there, which is performing well with good temperatures, and the H115 is quite similar.
I wouldn't recommend placing the radiator at the top. Heat naturally rises, and all the heat from internal parts (inside the case) will flow through the radiator. It would be better to mount it in the front if possible, allowing intake fans to circulate cooler air through it.
If I place it in front, there are three RGB fans to work with. That's why I considered the top option.
I wouldn't stress about the top or front positioning either; it will work just fine. For the top, make sure the fans are blowing through the radiator and out the top. For the front, same setup, but since you have RGB fans that are 240mm and the AIO is 280mm, you'll need to adjust things—specifically using the 280mm fans that came with the AIO to ensure proper airflow from the front into the radiator and case...
As I mentioned earlier, the top will be fine. I currently have the H150i pro there, which is performing well with good temperatures, and the H115 is quite similar in performance.