Best Budget CPU cooler (AMD FX-6300)

lalo64

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Hello. I am looking to overclock my AMD FX-6300 and I need an aftermarket cooler since the stock cooler isn't going to cut it.

I'm looking for a budget CPU cooler around $20-$30. (Broke College Student) I just want it to have effective cooling, durable, and easy to find (ex. Fry's, Amazon, Best Buy). It doesn't have to be silent but it's a nice bonus.

I've heard that the CM 212 Evo is the best, but at the moment it is hard to find, large, and is pushing past $30 budget. I'm not sure if it would fit in my case (CM N200 mini tower case)

Any alternatives that are just as good (or close) to the CM 212 Evo)?
Thank you.
 

stchman

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I use the Coolermaster Hyper T4 on my FX-6300 PC. Right now Microcenter has a $10 MIR on the T4.

If your case can hold it, the Coolermaster Hyper 212 EVO is probably the best air cooler for the money.