- May 20, 2016
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So I am shopping for a new PC, and comparing AIO liquid cooling systems for my 6600k. Needs to fit in a Corsair 450D case, since that is what I want (unless I find something better), so looking at 2x120mm, 2x140mm or 3x120mm. On the table: Corsair H115i, Swiftech H240/H320 X2 Prestige, Thermaltake Water 3.0 systems, NZXT Kraken X61.
Corsair H115i: I have used Corsair peripherals and RAM and loved them, so maybe a bit partial to the brand. But I have heard both great and bad things about the cooling systems, mostly that the fans can get loud. I don't mind an ambient whirring, as long as buzzing, whining and humming isn't distracting. From what I read, they are pretty decent at cooling, but meh at noise and software control.
NZXT Kraken X61: Looks good, but looks like fans often fail.
Thermaltake: Apparently the AIO kits aren't as good as their standard case fans, and are noisy.
Swiftech: Here is what is strange to me. I see a lot of fans of Swiftech - on here, on other forums and some reviews. What I can't figure out is how it seems that 50% of the reviews I read on Swiftech products describe the LED or pump failing within a few months, or even more telling of leaking reservoirs upon arrival. Do they not have good quality control? Are they bad or good? I know that negative reviewers are more likely to post, but this seems worrisome.
Right now I am leaning towards the Corsair, although I would love to have a fully functional Swiftech. I would just prefer a reliable, working "meh" to a coin toss between "HELL YEAH!" and "WHY WON'T CUSTOMER SERVICE ANSWER??" Thoughts?
Corsair H115i: I have used Corsair peripherals and RAM and loved them, so maybe a bit partial to the brand. But I have heard both great and bad things about the cooling systems, mostly that the fans can get loud. I don't mind an ambient whirring, as long as buzzing, whining and humming isn't distracting. From what I read, they are pretty decent at cooling, but meh at noise and software control.
NZXT Kraken X61: Looks good, but looks like fans often fail.
Thermaltake: Apparently the AIO kits aren't as good as their standard case fans, and are noisy.
Swiftech: Here is what is strange to me. I see a lot of fans of Swiftech - on here, on other forums and some reviews. What I can't figure out is how it seems that 50% of the reviews I read on Swiftech products describe the LED or pump failing within a few months, or even more telling of leaking reservoirs upon arrival. Do they not have good quality control? Are they bad or good? I know that negative reviewers are more likely to post, but this seems worrisome.
Right now I am leaning towards the Corsair, although I would love to have a fully functional Swiftech. I would just prefer a reliable, working "meh" to a coin toss between "HELL YEAH!" and "WHY WON'T CUSTOMER SERVICE ANSWER??" Thoughts?
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