low profile cooler 145mm or lower for overclocking Phenom II x6 1100t

jpmasciulli

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So I was going to buy a 212 evo, but my case is like 5mm too short :kaola:
I have been looking for a low profile cooler that isn't over $100. Yes the noctua NH-c14 would be ideal, but I don't have the funds for one.

Is there a good low profile cooler for under $100 that I can get some decent overclocking. I want to get my Phenom II x6 1100t to around 3.8 or 4.0. I do not plan on bringing it higher than 4.0.
So is there any good low profile cooler that could get the job done? Price range would be around $80 or lower, but if there is a good fan a little higher but under $100 please tell me.
 
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Most coolers <$60 with 120mm fans will perform about the same. The 212 is so popular because if its cost. As both people said above the Cryorig H7 fits your case, out performs the 212 by about 5% (probably not noticeable) but costs $10 more ($35 instead of the 212's $25 cost).

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Best budget cooler on the market.

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PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU Cooler: CRYORIG H7 49.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($34.50 @ Newegg)
Total: $34.50
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-11-22 14:24 EST-0500

http://www.hitechlegion.com/reviews/cooling/heatsinks/42980-cryorig-h7-universal-cpu-cooler-review?showall=&start=3
Review from hitechlegion ^


Unmatched Compatibility
Zero RAM Interference


Focusing on providing the widest range of
compatibility, the H7 utilizes an asymmetric slanted
heatpipe layout to move the heatsink away from the
RAM zone, Offering optimal compatibility for RAM
with tall heat spreaders on both Intel 115X and
AMD platforms.


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Most coolers <$60 with 120mm fans will perform about the same. The 212 is so popular because if its cost. As both people said above the Cryorig H7 fits your case, out performs the 212 by about 5% (probably not noticeable) but costs $10 more ($35 instead of the 212's $25 cost).
 
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