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September 6, 2013 3:44:05 AM

Is it a better idea to have multiple loops instead of one closed loop? From what I understand having your CPU and GPU in the same loop will result in higher temperatures.

If so what all do I need for them to have their own loop? Do I need 2 pumps etc.?

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September 6, 2013 6:25:37 AM

It's a dance. A single loop would be preferable but then your choice of radiators and fans would determine your level of performance. The main factor is the parts you plan to cool. Which cpu do you plan to use? How high you plan to overclock the intended cpu? Which gpu are you going to use? Are you going to Crossfire/SLI now or with plans to in the future? Which Case do you have? You are going to need a radiator friendly case that can accommodate the rads and fans. Then there is your budget. How much do you want to spend? Custom loops can get really expensive. Between Rads, water blocks for the cpu and gpu, fittings, tubing, fans, reservoir and pumps you can easily spend in excess of $500.00.
I'd go with a single loop and check out the sticky's on overclocking here on tom's or over at overclocker.net
http://www.overclock.net/t/226970/updated-water-cooling...
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September 6, 2013 6:51:24 AM

Depends.
Multiple loops will result in better temps, but at a significantly higher cost as your spending double on reservoirs, pumps, fittings and tubing.

IMO, just stick with a single loop unless you are really willing to drop a lot of cash to get that small extra bit of performance.
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September 6, 2013 8:38:39 AM

The previous 2 posters have provided all the insight you're going to get. I used a single loop for years on an older build. The result was that when I got into something where my OC'd CPU and OC'd GPU were both pumping heat, the temps would rise. I had to factor that in.

I built myself a fully custom dual loop system in a Corsair 800D in February of this year. It's my dream machine, and it's completely overkill. There are ways around the pricing issue, such as a split resevoir, aligning closer radiators with closer components to save on tubing length, etc. However, keep in mind that it will cost you substantially more for what may only be a novelty temperature benefit.

My Build, if interested: http://imgur.com/DIP7bot

I upgraded the Motherboard and CPU after that picture was uploaded, but everything is the same regarding cooling. Didn't even have to unhook the CPU loop to do it thanks to some creative tube bending!
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September 6, 2013 1:52:54 PM

kogut said:
The previous 2 posters have provided all the insight you're going to get. I used a single loop for years on an older build. The result was that when I got into something where my OC'd CPU and OC'd GPU were both pumping heat, the temps would rise. I had to factor that in.

I built myself a fully custom dual loop system in a Corsair 800D in February of this year. It's my dream machine, and it's completely overkill. There are ways around the pricing issue, such as a split resevoir, aligning closer radiators with closer components to save on tubing length, etc. However, keep in mind that it will cost you substantially more for what may only be a novelty temperature benefit.

My Build, if interested: http://imgur.com/DIP7bot

I upgraded the Motherboard and CPU after that picture was uploaded, but everything is the same regarding cooling. Didn't even have to unhook the CPU loop to do it thanks to some creative tube bending!


Well, price isn't much of an issue; and overkill is my middle name so a dream machine is kind of what I'm aiming for. I was thinking about getting the 900D for a case along with a 4770K CPU - GTX 780 GPU.

Could you tell me what kind of temp results you got with your dual loop versus single loop?
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September 6, 2013 2:23:12 PM

Well i went with the duel loop setup and i think that it works well but as stated is will be more expensive. My rig is my dream even though it might not look it the performance is top notch.
have a look if you like, and ask question if there are any.

http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/274855-29-experimenta...
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