- Jan 5, 2013
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I need a new CPU cooler and I need help figuring out which one to get.
Money is not an issue, however space and compatibility is. My current rig is as follows:
Case: Fractal Design Arc Midi R2
CPU: Intel Core i7 3770k @ stock speed
RAM: Corsair Vengeance 8 GB // CMZ8GX3M2X1600C7R
Mobo: AsRock Z77 Extreme4
GPUs: Gigabyte GTX 680 2 GB + ASUS GTX 750TI 2 GB OC
Storage: OCZ Vector 128 GB + 1 TB WD
I mostly use the rig for basic stuff such as web surfing, document editing and reading mails as well as gaming every now and then, light photo editing and work in different 3D applications.
I am considering the following coolers:
- Noctua NH-D15
- Noctua NH-U12S + an extra NF-F12 fan
- Noctua NH-U14S
The thing is that if I go for the NH-D15, I will not be able to fit the second fan on the cooler, meaning I would have a twin-tower heatsink and a single fan. On the other hand, if I go with the NH-U12S and an extra fan, I would have a single-tower heatsink and two fans to generate more airflow. I just cannot figure out which is the better option. Is it better to have a single tower and two fans or a twin-tower and a single fan?
Thanks in advance!
Money is not an issue, however space and compatibility is. My current rig is as follows:
Case: Fractal Design Arc Midi R2
CPU: Intel Core i7 3770k @ stock speed
RAM: Corsair Vengeance 8 GB // CMZ8GX3M2X1600C7R
Mobo: AsRock Z77 Extreme4
GPUs: Gigabyte GTX 680 2 GB + ASUS GTX 750TI 2 GB OC
Storage: OCZ Vector 128 GB + 1 TB WD
I mostly use the rig for basic stuff such as web surfing, document editing and reading mails as well as gaming every now and then, light photo editing and work in different 3D applications.
I am considering the following coolers:
- Noctua NH-D15
- Noctua NH-U12S + an extra NF-F12 fan
- Noctua NH-U14S
The thing is that if I go for the NH-D15, I will not be able to fit the second fan on the cooler, meaning I would have a twin-tower heatsink and a single fan. On the other hand, if I go with the NH-U12S and an extra fan, I would have a single-tower heatsink and two fans to generate more airflow. I just cannot figure out which is the better option. Is it better to have a single tower and two fans or a twin-tower and a single fan?
Thanks in advance!
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