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August 18, 2014 9:20:57 PM

Hey guys, need help here.
I am in the process of upgrading my i7-4770k cpu's stock cooler to a better one; preferably an AIO liquid cooling solution, since I'm using Corsairs memory with those tall heat-sinks, guess the air cooler wont fit in there.

I did some research and liked the Kraken's x61 and the Corsair's H100i.
Also, would it make much difference between having a single 140mm rad vs the 280mm?

Current specs:
Intel i7-4770k with stock fan.
Corsair Vengeance 2x8GB DDR3 (Tall heat-sinks)
Gigabyte Z87X-UD3H
NZXT H440

Thanks in advance for your replies!

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August 18, 2014 9:25:07 PM

the kraken is amazing, go for it
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August 18, 2014 10:20:44 PM

the consensus,from what ive been able to gather,is that heatsinks on ram,while looking good are as useless as tits on a boar.if you remove them (i assume they are removable)that may give you more room and consequently more options for cooling.if you are unsure try running without them and see how your ram temp is affected.
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August 20, 2014 12:30:47 PM

aldan said:
if you remove them (i assume they are removable)that may give you more room and consequently more options for cooling.if you are unsure try running without them and see how your ram temp is affected.


I wanted to try this, but it would void warranty. :( 
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August 20, 2014 12:31:11 PM

SamiSC said:
the kraken is amazing, go for it


Would there be much difference between x61 and x41?
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August 20, 2014 12:33:00 PM

Vic 40 said:
Still good air coolers that shouldn't impose on the ram,
http://pcpartpicker.com/parts/compare/noctua-cpu-cooler...
two versions of the thermaltke,one is a bit fancier.
Just as suggestions/alternatives.Look at reviews how they do.


Noctua sounds interesting too, just waiting for those black fans so it would match my build :) 

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