CPU Cooler for FX8320

arealmanzter · Nov 3, 2015

Anyone who could help me get the best CPU Cooler for my FX8320?

Here's my current setup by the way.

Gigabyte GA-970A-DS3P
Zotac GTX 970 4GB
And my casing is a CM K280

Really sorry because I am not good at hardware. I'm not considering to OC for the meantime. I really want something that is best for my PC at an affordable price.

Thank you guys.

derek3ton · Nov 3, 2015

This will work just fine: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835103099

Benjiwenji · Nov 3, 2015

For the same price range the Cryorig H7 has proven to cooler and quieter than the CM hyper 212 EVO.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA4UF2DZ6565

Here is a review,
https://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/CRYORIG/H7_Universal/6.html

You can also do some light to moderate overclocking with this cooler. It doesn't block RAM slots on AM3+ mobo.

arealmanzter · Nov 3, 2015

^

Problem is that brand isn't available here in our country. I am from Philippines by the way.

Benjiwenji · Nov 3, 2015

Ah, I see then the CM 212 evo is a decent alternative

arealmanzter · Nov 3, 2015

^

Thanks. Will it really fit my setup I mean considering all the info I mentioned? Because I am going to buy this ASAP is it does.

Benjiwenji · Nov 3, 2015

The CM hyper 212 evo has a height of 159mm

http://www.coolermaster.com/cooling/cpu-air-cooler/hyper-212-evo/

The CM k280 has a CPU cooler height clearance of 162mm

http://www.coolermaster.com/case/mid-tower/k280/

So, yes it should be a tight fit with 3mm to spare.

arealmanzter · Nov 3, 2015

I was also thinking about getting the Deepcool ICE BLADE PRO V2.0. What do you think? Which is a better fit?

hapkiman · Nov 3, 2015

The Coolermaster Hyper 212 EVO is prob the best choice for you. It is inexpensive and easy to mount. Don't forget to get some good Thermal Paste as well like MX-4.

arealmanzter · Nov 3, 2015

This one with the "X" is OK too?

http://dynaquestpc.com/product/cooler-master-hyper-212x-cpu-cooler/

or this the one with 2 fans?

http://villman.com/Product-Detail/CM_Hyper_212_EVO_Turbo

arealmanzter · Nov 4, 2015

Please help. Anyone?

Benjiwenji · Nov 4, 2015

You gotta give us minute, I don't sit at my desk all day

So the X and the EVO are pretty much identical. Thus, very similar performance. You don't need 2 fans. The extra fan won't help, just make more noise.

Go with the cheaper of the 2.

arealmanzter · Nov 4, 2015

OK Sir. Sorry about that. lolz. Thanks for your help.

Benjiwenji · Nov 4, 2015

No, it is fine. I understand that building can be very exciting

Good luck to ya

arealmanzter · Nov 4, 2015

I really hate this country. I can't find that CM Hyper 212 EVO. Damn!

Benjiwenji · Nov 4, 2015

It's okay, the X is just fine.

arealmanzter · Nov 4, 2015

Is there an alternative for the Hyper 212? Do you think Deepcool Ice Blade Pro V2 will also be a good fit?

jeffredo · Nov 4, 2015

arealmanzter :

It would be fine. Probably as good in cooling and a touch quieter. Here's a couple of reviews on it.

http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/deepcool-ice-blade-pro-v20-cpu-cooler-review/6/
http://www.frostytech.com/articleview.cfm?articleid=2710&page=4

I don't own it, but I have a DeepCool Ice Wind Pro and its as good as any 120mm tower cooler I've ever worked with (and I've had it on both a Phenom II X4 980 @ 4.1 Ghz and and FX 6300 @ 4.5 Ghz). If the Ice Blade is cheaper, go for it.

Benjiwenji · Nov 4, 2015

You have to look at the case clearance on the Deepcool. It has a height of 161mm while you case only have a clearance of 162mm. You have got only 1mm, so I wouldn't want to cut that close.

There are always alternatives to the 212 EVO. In fact, the 212 is never my first choice. Since I don't know the prices and availability of coolers in Philippines, it is difficult for me to make suggestions.

If you find a cooler that you like, it is easy as pie to google "name of the cooler" review. If there aren't any professional reviews, then it is probably not a good choice.

Use this data base for reference,
https://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/?category=CPU%20Coolers

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