Which cooler for overclocking my 4690k?

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Steeler1994

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Hello all! So my Hyper evo 212 has finally gave out after many years. I wanted to finally get into AIO solution. I was wondering what would fit inside a NZXT source 210 elite without much trouble. Thanks all!
 
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The NZXT Source 210 Elite already limits your option to get a good AIO solution. The case only accommodates a single rad, either a 120mm at the rear or top, or a 140mm at the top. Going with an AIO, it is recommended that at the very least you get a 240mm or 280mm radiator size for better heat dissipation/cooling using that larger surface area compared with a 120mm or 140mm. A good quality Air Cooler will beat a typical 120mm/140mm AIO setup. But an Air Cooler will have a hard time beating the cooling performance of a larger-sized rad.

So, in your situation, I would recommend getting a good-quality air cooler instead of the AIO solution (unless you change your case with a one that accommodates 240mm/280mm AIOs). If you prefer to...
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The NZXT Source 210 Elite already limits your option to get a good AIO solution. The case only accommodates a single rad, either a 120mm at the rear or top, or a 140mm at the top. Going with an AIO, it is recommended that at the very least you get a 240mm or 280mm radiator size for better heat dissipation/cooling using that larger surface area compared with a 120mm or 140mm. A good quality Air Cooler will beat a typical 120mm/140mm AIO setup. But an Air Cooler will have a hard time beating the cooling performance of a larger-sized rad.

So, in your situation, I would recommend getting a good-quality air cooler instead of the AIO solution (unless you change your case with a one that accommodates 240mm/280mm AIOs). If you prefer to use your same chassis, I'd recommend getting the Cryorig H7 to replace your CM Hyper 212 Evo. The Cryorig H7 (at around $35) outperforms the CM Hyper 212 Evo and is at par with some of the 120mm AIOs around. Here's a benchmark/test: https://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/CRYORIG/H7_Universal/6.html
 
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