Yes, the AMD Athlon cooler performs well.
Yes, the AMD Athlon cooler performs well.
Planning to use it for about a year before upgrading, or should I get another cooler? Aiming for around 50°C with no overclocking.
All AMD stock coolers work well without causing thermal throttling. You asked about 50°C specifically? The difference in performance between an Athlon at 50 and 75 isn't significant, so you might want to pick a setting that minimizes fan noise.
The fan on the Athlon cooler isn't very loud, but at full speed it can create a noticeable whine. Even if the PC is in another room, you might still detect it.
I plan to use it for at least six months and a wraith costs only £5.