Do i need a after market cpu cooler when i'm not overclocking?

[tukbol7]

need advice if i need an after market cpu cooler for an upgrade to a ivy bridge cpu i5 intel 3450? i will not be overclocking with it, and it goes with a h77 mobo an asus P8h77-m LE.. thanks in advance

 

[C12Friedman]

No, without overclocking, you will be fine with the stock HSF.

 

[Hazle]

no, though it doesn't hurt to lessen the stress on the CPU with one. it doesn't have to be now. get one at a more convenient time whenever you feel like it.

 

[queesy]

sometimes the Hyper 212+ goes on sale for $15 dollars AR at Newegg, sometimes amazon has decent prices too.

I recommend the 212+

 

[dragonsamus]

The stock cooler will be fine. If you want a cooler definitely get the Hyper 212 Plus. The price/performance is amazing.