Need CHEAP but EFFICIENT CPU cooler! Suggestions?

skyywalkr

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Hey everyone!

I'm looking for a CPU cooler for a side project I started:

ASUS AMD AM2 board w/ Phenom II X4 940 BE CPU

CPU rated @ 125 W TDP

Older components, I know. But the quad core still packs quite a punch while OC'd. The stock cooler has this running at around 50 C while idle, and I know I can do better. I did some digging but most coolers I see that are worthwhile cost more than I'm willing to pay or don't look like they can support a 125 W TDP CPU.

Willing to take suggestions from any and all. TIA.
 

Ne0Wolf7

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Forgot about this one!
Sepemding the extra ten bucks is probably worth it in the future for the RAM clearance.
 

JCLDJB

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212 evo definitely.

You can move up the fan on the 212 Evo by small increments (2-3mm.) until your it clears enough space for RAM.

Only thing is, having enough room in your case as the 212 Evo is pretty big, but EXTREMELY EFFECTIVE FOR THE COST.