Kraken x61 vs Swiftech H220-X

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Coen010

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I can't decide which cooler to buy, i really like the cam software and the rgb led on the kraken. But the h220x is more futureproof and i like the option to add transparent tubing or a gpu to your cooling system.
So which one is better?
And which one is the most quiet?
Im going to buy the Blue/black Nzxt h440. But if you guys know another case that is not higher than 530mm and has a sidewindow, i would take a look at that.

Thank You!
 
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Nzxt is better performing and quieter. Swiftech is indeed better if you want to add something else to your cooling loop (although you are maybe going to need other radiators as well). Keep in mind that the nzxt has 2 x 140mm fans whereas the swiftech has 2 x 120 mm so your pc case must support the bigger fans of the x61.
 
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The proper comparison would be the H240-X and X61 as both have 2x140mm fans

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Thermals - H240-X runs 5C cooler under OC loads
Sound -X61 is twice as loud
Pump -Kraken pump puts out just 0.11 gpm, Swiftech delivers 10 times that and at high head.
Radiator - X61 s aluminum rad, can't compare with H240-X copper.
Corrosion - X61uses mixed metals (Alum + Copper) creating a galvanic corrosion circuit, H240-X is all copper.
Coolan - The biocides and corrosion inhibitors in coolants deteriorate over time and are recommended to be replaced after 18 months, though effects generally won't appear, most times) till 3 years or so
Reservoir - X61 doesn't have one, H240-X does.
Expansion - X61can't / H240-X can

The H220x, a 2 x 120mm slution, runs 2C hotter and 3 dbA quieter than the H240-X which makes it 3C better than the Kraken and about 3 times quieter
 
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