Having a problem choosing cpu cooler based on my current Zalman case

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Hello forums,
I am considering to get a new CPU cooler as it gets real hot where I am living (about 40 degrees Celsius during noon), be it water or air, I do not care much about the noise, only performance. Currently, I have the "STOCK" 6700k running at 83 celsius on load, which bothers me so much that I did not overclock it. The CPU cooler is Zalman CNPS10X Optima because I have the near-broke situation back then.

My first choice is NZXT X61, but it won't fit in my current case (Zalman Z3). So I would have to buy a new case, probably NZXT Noctis 450. The total price for this option will be around 240 USD (converted from my currency).

The second option would be Cryorig R1 Universal or NH-D15 from Noctua. For this option, I am not sure whether I have to buy new case or not. Based on pcpartpicker.com, they said that Cryorig R1 and NH-D15 are compatible with Zalman Z3 case, but I doubted it. As my current cooler (CNPS10X), with 152 mm height, can barely fits and has little space left before it collides with the side panel. Let's just assume that I can fit those beast coolers in my case, this option will cost me around 86 USD.

So, what should I do guys? I would really appreciate it if anyone could share a first-hand experience with big air cooler that can fit inside Zalman Z3 case so I would not have to buy a new case. If those two air coolers do not fit, then my option can only be the X61 Kraken, as I would have to buy the new case anyways. If you guys have recommendations other than my options, please feel free to let me know.

Please forgive me for the long post, but I really am in need of professional advises.
By the way, sorry for any broken English as it isn't my mother language, and I really thank you guys for taking your time !
 
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Don't worry about the weight of any coolers unless you are shipping your computer somewhere. Only a few models of the Scythe coolers had any problem and they are being re-designed.
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Yes, they will fit tightly, but will be a 1.3 Kg metal bulk bending your motherboard, so use it horizontally. I would get x61, HOWEVER, I live in Brazil and temps are as higher as 40º, even then I think CM Hyper 212 EVO/X/X Double-Fan would be enough. Maybe H80i
 
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Thank you kind sir for your reply !
Sadly, my case does not allow for any radiator mounted cooling so H80i is not possible. I don't think upgrading to Hyper212 would give me that much of a temp performance boost because my current cooler performs relatively the same, maybe a little worse, than Hyper212. I want something that can really make an impact in temperatures reduction if I were use the old case.
Also, do you think the weight of the cooler is going to be a problem in long term ?
 
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Thank you sir for your suggestion.
That is a very fine looking AIO indeed but my old Zalman case does not come with radiator mounting options, and Cryorig A series is not available in my country either.

 
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Sorry for the late reply sir,
As I mentioned earlier, I cannot fit the AIO into the old case. What I mean is that if I were to use the same old case (Zalman) that the AIO cannot fit in, I would prefer a cooler that can make a huge difference. Thank you anyway sir for your suggestion !
 
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Thank you for your reply sir, and I am sorry for mine was late.
I guess I was worried too much about the cooler weight. For now, I would stick with Cryorig R1, but if by any chance it doesn't fit in my case (collide with side panel), then I will buy myself a new case and get the X61.
 
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