CPU cooling for new build?

oPUNcircuit

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I am planning a new build for gaming, programming, and light cad work. I plan on getting a 7700k, an asus z270 - a board, and a gtx 1070. I want to do some overclocking but don't know which cooler to get. I've been looking at the kraken x62 and the cryorig r1 universal. I am just a little worried about leaks with aio coolers and good air coolers are massive. I'd like it to be kind of quiet while providing good cooling. Any help with picking a cooler or any other tips is greatly appreciated.
 
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You just need to be careful if transporting , You can't have it banging around. If your traveling long distances or sending it off somewhere it's best too take the cooler off .I own the Cryorig R1 Ultimate , Noctua D14 and Phanteks PH-TC14PE all huge coolers.
I would suggest the Cryorig R1 or Noctua D15. Both are great air coolers but the D15 is the best for a bit more. Just make sure your case is wide enough to support the taller heatsinks.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D15 82.5 CFM CPU Cooler ($89.88 @ OutletPC)
Total: $89.88
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-04-07 12:38 EDT-0400

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PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU Cooler: CRYORIG R1 Universal 76.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($69.99 @ Newegg Marketplace)
Total: $69.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-04-07 12:39 EDT-0400
 

oPUNcircuit

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I'm just worried about stress on my motherboard. Will this be an issue when transporting or anything?
 

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You just need to be careful if transporting , You can't have it banging around. If your traveling long distances or sending it off somewhere it's best too take the cooler off .I own the Cryorig R1 Ultimate , Noctua D14 and Phanteks PH-TC14PE all huge coolers.
 
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