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untam3d123

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I am currently running an AMD Full Tower rig that I need to replace because of performance, size, and sound issues. I will be building this in a microATX case, as size is very important. I will be using my current ram (8 GB), SSD and HDD (120 gb and 2 TB), and PSU (1000 W BFG). I am currently running one AMD 7870, and plan to add a second. I do plan to OC, but because of noise levels I am wary of buying a closed-loop system like the one I currently use.

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CPU: Intel Core i5-4670K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.98 @ OutletPC)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D14 65.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($77.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Motherboard: ASRock Z87M Extreme4 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($119.99 @ Microcenter)
Video Card: Gigabyte Radeon HD 7870 2GB Video Card ($183.98 @ Newegg)
Case: Corsair 350D Window MicroATX Mid Tower Case ($79.99 @ Microcenter)
Total: $681.92
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-11-06 19:41 EST-0500)


Thank you all for the help.
 
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Anas Bashar


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you are missing the big picture here, using water cooling reduces the number of case fans needed to achieve the same cooling performance.
for example, if you have a CPU air cooler, you will need at least two case fans to take the air in and then out of the case (so 4~5 fans in total), OTOH if you get one water cooler, you can remove the above-mentioned 4~5 fans...
even if you have multiple high-end GPU cards, you can custom-water-cool the whole system (CPU + GPUs) using one radiator only.

other than that, no, you are good to go.

if you got more questions feel free to ask.
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i would recommend a closed loop water cooling for such a small build, especially you want to OC the CPU. this will allow your two cards to breath easily, and they WILL need that air. this NH-D14 is top quality yes but it is HUGE too, and for that price, you can get a decent closed loop WC.
plus, this NH-D14 will extend over the first RAM slots on most mainboards. The cooler offers sufficient clearance for all standard size memory modules, but you won’t be able to use memory modules higher than 44mm.
 
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My biggest hesitation for a closed loop system is the noise level. I am currently running one, and although the temps are sweet, it is rather loud.
 
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me personally i do not have a WC closed loop. but from what i know, WC are quieter than Air coolers.
refer to this up to date round up: http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/nepton-280l-tundra-td02-water3.0-pro-reserator3-max,3607-13.html
keep in mind that the NH-D14 is heavy, and can stress your Motherboard. it may even break it if you move your ring around much.
if you do not like WC anyway, go for a smaller air cooler, like the NH-U12s.... or any other top quality brand. just keep in mind that your case can support a maximum 160mm of CPU cooler height.
 
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:)
you are missing the big picture here, using water cooling reduces the number of case fans needed to achieve the same cooling performance.
for example, if you have a CPU air cooler, you will need at least two case fans to take the air in and then out of the case (so 4~5 fans in total), OTOH if you get one water cooler, you can remove the above-mentioned 4~5 fans...
even if you have multiple high-end GPU cards, you can custom-water-cool the whole system (CPU + GPUs) using one radiator only.

other than that, no, you are good to go.

if you got more questions feel free to ask.
 
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