Do I need a CPU Cooler?

subjectzero7 · Aug 22, 2014

Does this build need a CPU cooler? I will not be overclocking.

**CPU** | [Intel Core i5-4590 3.3GHz Quad-Core Processor]

**Motherboard** | [ASRock B85M Pro4 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard]

**Memory** | [G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory]

**Storage** | [Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive]

**Video Card** | [Gigabyte Radeon R9 280X 3GB WINDFORCE Video Card]

**Case** | [NZXT Phantom 410 (Black) ATX Mid Tower case]

**Power Supply** | [Corsair CX 600W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply]

**Optical Drive** | [LG GH24NSB0 DVD/CD Writer]

pierrerock · Aug 22, 2014

If not overclocking, you don't need an after market cooler. Stock cooler is enough

MADVIU · Aug 22, 2014

Yes, every CPU needs a cooler. If you're not overlooking you can stick with the stock cooler. Or if you want cooler temps the CM hyper 212 Evo is a good choice.

Dark Lord of Tech · Aug 22, 2014

If you do get one because the stock one can get loud over time get the 212 EVO it's the best budget cooler on the market.

pierrerock · Aug 22, 2014

MADVIU :

Every CPU comes with a cooler designed for it's stock voltage and frequency. Also, Intel CPU cooler are good cooler.

subjectzero7 · Aug 22, 2014

MADVIU :

What's the benefit of having a cooler temperature than the stock cooler can provide?

MADVIU · Aug 22, 2014

It's just an option. May not be the best for his build.

Dark Lord of Tech · Aug 22, 2014

I just stated that over time the stock fans tend to get louder and for the price of the EVO it's a great choice.

Like the others stated the stock one will be fine since your not overclocking.

Just a suggestion for down the road.

Preecher · Aug 22, 2014

>> What's the benefit of having a cooler temperature than the stock cooler can provide? <<

No benefit at all except that there are two killers for electronics, heat and time. A cooler running CPU should theoretically have a longer life span but I don't think that's too significant as you will likely replace your rig in favor of newer technology before it gives up to a normal life span.

Unless you are going to overclock and push temps beyond what the stock cooler can handle, its difficult to justify an after market (except for perhaps looks or noise reduction).

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