Problem if CPU Cooler is 1mm too high for Case

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DJ_Lectr0

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Hello,

I was preparing my first PC build, when I ran in to a problem. As case I want a NZXT Phantom 410 an as CPU cooler I want a Phanteks PH-TC14PE. But in the specs of the case it states that max CPU cooler height is 170 mm and the Phanteks is 171 mm high. Does the 1mm matter or will I be fine? Also I have seen a video of both beeing fine, but others said they couldn't fit it in.

Any advice?

Btw. Motherboard: Asus Maximus vi Hero
 
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Supahos
as long as its not making contact after the dent no, you'll just always have a dent in your case I suspect it will fit without issue, but if it doesn't just tap it with a hammer and fix it (by it I mean the side panel, under no circumstances should you alter the Cooler.
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as long as its not making contact after the dent no, you'll just always have a dent in your case I suspect it will fit without issue, but if it doesn't just tap it with a hammer and fix it (by it I mean the side panel, under no circumstances should you alter the Cooler.
 
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DJ_Lectr0

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But when you look at the picture of the Phanteks the problem is not the metal heatsink, it is the fans (made out of plastic). Does that still make it a problem if the plastic part of the fans touch the side wall of the case?
Link:
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Btw. Not my Build
 
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