AMD FX-8350 CPU Cooler for overclocking !

Fluzzyy · Jul 3, 2014

Hey guys ! What do you think, what kind of cooler can i fit in here? I know the system is REALLY messy. I would like to clean it up, but this was my first build and im really bad at cable management and my psu isn't modular etc. (in conclusion, first build and i suck at cable management or in the other hand, any kind of comp building

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So anyways, the question is this: What kind of cpu cooler can i fit in here for the AMD FX-8350? If you have any tips for me how i could clean up the system, i would be really grateful. It would help my airflow AND it would look alot better.

Picture of the system at the moment EDIT: Sorry, the image is the wrong way :ange:

The image should be horizontal, and now it is vertical

Picture of the case (from their website)

coolcole01 · Jul 3, 2014

Looks like your 1 mm short of being able to get a hyper 212 evo

Fluzzyy · Jul 3, 2014

coolcole01 :

Oh god are you serious!?

ddaamn.. should've put more money on a bigger case :/

damric · Jul 3, 2014

I'm not going to comment on your cable management. You'll figure it out.

Several FAQs you should read that will help you.

First, detailed specs so we all know what you are working with:

http://www.tomshardware.com/faq/id-2177560/detailed-computer-specs.html

Got to make sure PSU can endure overclock:

http://www.tomshardware.com/faq/id-2185279/power-supply-tier-list.html

Mobo needs strong VRM for overclocking:

http://www.tomshardware.com/faq/id-2176449/list-motherboards-overclocking-am3-cpus.html

FX-8350 takes a lot to keep it cool:

http://www.tomshardware.com/faq/id-2181775/cpu-coolers-overclocking-core-cpu.html

Make sure you know what to look at:

http://www.tomshardware.com/faq/id-2122665/understanding-temperature-amd-cpus-apus.html

And AMD's OC guide for AM3+:

http://sites.amd.com/us/Documents/AMD_FX_Performance_Tuning_Guide.pdf

After you are done with your homework, post again with your specific questions and I'll answer them.

Fluzzyy · Jul 3, 2014

coolcole01 :

That's pretty weird tough because as the picture says, ''support High-End CPU cooler...'' so i was hoping i could stick even a hyper 212 evo in there, and that isn't even a large cooler. (Phanteks PH-TC14PE *drool*)

damric · Jul 3, 2014

Fluzzyy :

Don't worry, a Hyper 212 is too weak to cool a highly overclocked FX-8350 anyway.

coolcole01 · Jul 3, 2014

That's why it's funny the pic says support for 158 and the 212 is 159

coolcole01 · Jul 3, 2014

The Phantek is 171 mm

Fluzzyy · Jul 3, 2014

coolcole01 :

Yeah, really funny, im cryin inside :sarcastic:

BTW. i should propably mention now, that im running the computer without the sidepanel at all times :ange:

Im just worried about the length and width, since the height isnt a problem when im running the case open?

coolcole01 · Jul 3, 2014

And best way to clean up the wiring is to run everything of the psu to the side behind the mobo then up and out where you need it. The same pretty much goes for everything. Also zip ties are your friends.

Fluzzyy · Jul 3, 2014

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Don't worry, a Hyper 212 is too weak to cool a highly overclocked FX-8350 anyway.
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Yeah, i know that, but it would be nice to even start from somewhere:lol:

coolcole01 · Jul 3, 2014

What gigabyte mobo is that

Fluzzyy · Jul 3, 2014

coolcole01 :

It's the GA-990XA-UD3. (http://www.gigabyte.com/products/product-page.aspx?pid=4434#ov)

coolcole01 · Jul 3, 2014

I'm familiar with the board it's got a 8+2 set up I believe so how high you thinking about taking this.

damric · Jul 3, 2014

Combined with the Super Flower Golden Green that's a descent platform for overclocking ^^

This instance is a good candidate for a 240mm radiator liquid cooler. Then you could close your panel (not that having it open is bad at all).

coolcole01 · Jul 3, 2014

If the sky (5ghz) is the limit then the 240mm radiator is the way

Fluzzyy · Jul 3, 2014

damric :

coolcole01 :

Im taking it as high as my skill and money gets me

and yes, it does have the 8+2 power phases

damric · Jul 3, 2014

You might need a small fan on your VRM and NB. Gigabyte boards notoriously run hot.

coolcole01 · Jul 3, 2014

H100i is on sale at best buy for 89 bucks buy some high quality static pressure fans and there is no reason you can't do it. Just try to do some cable management.

Fluzzyy · Jul 3, 2014

damric :

Yes it's a 650w Superflower golden green 80plus gold

And yes, i would like liquid cooling the MOST (i think it's really awesome looking for some reason

) but will there fit ANY water cooling kit in that tiny, messed up case?

coolcole01 · Jul 3, 2014

That's what tin snips are for cut a hole and make it fit

Fluzzyy · Jul 3, 2014

coolcole01 :

I'll try my best with the cable management. But my biggest concern is, that will there fit ANY kind of water cooling kit in that tiny, messy case? :O

damric · Jul 3, 2014

Fluzzyy :

It looks to me like you can bolt it on top and run the hoses through the grommets provided.

Fluzzyy · Jul 3, 2014

coolcole01 :

There are two holes in the back of the case where the pipes should come from, or where do you mean i should make the holes? :$ sorry, that im so helpless, im really new to computer building and dont know much

Fluzzyy · Jul 3, 2014

coolcole01 :

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835118135 would this be anything? It's on sale in my country at the moment.

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