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milamdj

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I think selecting a heatsink and cooling solution has been the hardest thing I have done on this build! Some of these heatsinks are monsters and I am afraid at how heavy they are. I looked at the closed system water coolers. Those are still an option. Please advise on overclocking up to 4.5 GHz. I think performance and price is more important than noise (but I don't want a lawnmower either haha)

I am afraid that the Noctua-NH-D14 is overkill. It is also huge and a litle pricey.
I looked at the EVGA Superclock (it only has one fan).
I have a Zalman CNPS9000 from my last build. I can't find specs on it. Is it 9000 or is it zalman9700 and automatically labeled at 9000? Would it suffice? It has one fan as well and it is only a three prong switch- so no manual control?
PLEASE ADVISE!

Build:
Case: Antec 900
MB: MSI z68a-GD80
CPU: Intel i-5 2500k (OC up to 4.5 GHz)
GPU: Galaxy GTX 460 fermi OC edition
PSU: Raidmax 720 watt
RAM: TBD based on heatsink (low profile etc)
 
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I think that if your going for looks....Get an XSPC RASA 750 Kit $129.99...its just as easy to install, works better, looks better, and its quieter. I have three Corsair units H50/H60/H100, also running a CM 212+...The XSPC kit is far superior to all of the..I have not seen the V6GT in a 900..Just went and measured my 900..Its super close maybe even touching the side panel a bit..So, you might want to look into another cooler although I know you really want the V6GT...Extremely tight squeeze
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I forgot to mention. I think the Coolermaster V6GT and V8 are the coolest looking coolers I have seen...but I suppose getting the job done is better than looking good. I am glad to see your post Alvine. I actually got back on to mention those two coolers when I saw your post.
 
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@davcon real world is where I gathered that..A few people I know use those coolers and they don't hold up like the 212+ under heavy voltages, loads, and clockspeeds.


212+ is by far the best air cooler ever made for the money... hands down
 
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I think looks are very important if you have a window and actually look inside the case (like all the freaking time!)

Personal favorites are the V6GT and CNSP9900 MAX. I never used the V6GT, but it should be really good. I did install a 9900 though and that thing is awesome and very quiet.

Bang for the buck, of course the Hyper 212 Plus is king, but I think there's better options if you aren't eating macaroni to save cash =P
 
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But now it seems maybe the Cooler Master V6GT won't fit in the Antec 900. Can anyone comment on this? The V6GT is 6.5 inches high and the case measures 8.1 inches wide. I am not sure how close it would be.
 
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Have you seen this configuration sucessfully done? I don't mean to second guess you. I don't want false hope and get my hopes up or order it and have to send it back.

@wolfram23: The 902 is 8.60 inches wide as compared to 8.10 in the Antect 900. Also, the V6GT is 6.5" compared with the CNPS10X.

I wasn't planning on using a side fan so I guess I really won't be able to now anyhow. Do you all think I needed the side fan? The case has a 200 mm on top, two upgraded cooler master 120 mm fans on the front case and a 120 mm stock fan on the rear of the case.

Just to cover all of my bases- Looking at my goal of overclocking to 4.5 GHz, and with aesthetics in mind, should I even consider something such as the Corsair H60 or 80 or the Kuhler or any of the closed water systems?

Thanks guys for your input! I am new to the forums and this is kind of my first build.
 
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I think that if your going for looks....Get an XSPC RASA 750 Kit $129.99...its just as easy to install, works better, looks better, and its quieter. I have three Corsair units H50/H60/H100, also running a CM 212+...The XSPC kit is far superior to all of the..I have not seen the V6GT in a 900..Just went and measured my 900..Its super close maybe even touching the side panel a bit..So, you might want to look into another cooler although I know you really want the V6GT...Extremely tight squeeze
 
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I'd recommend the Thermalright Venomous X and Prolimatech megahalems. Which ever one of those two you can find at a better price. Youll be able to pick your own PWM fan for those heatsinks.

I personally think the hyper 212 is over hyped. I think for the price point it is a good choice. But if your willing to spend more then there are better coolers. Especially when overclocking.

Look below for graphs showing the hyper 212 in comparison with other coolers such as the venomous x and megahelms. Sources linked below images.

Again, if your looking to spend the least amount possible then yeah the hyper 212 is a good choice. But if your willing to bump up your budget for better cooling you have other options. Good luck.



Source: http://www.hardwarecanucks.com/forum/hardware-canucks-reviews/29405-thermalright-venomous-x-cpu-cooler-review-8.html


Source: http://www.xbitlabs.com/articles/coolers/display/coolermaster-hyper-212-evo_5.html#sect1
Note: comparison with true spirit. And the VenX typically beats the true spirit.


 
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