Cooler Master 212 EVO vs 212 Plus?

[Denzig76]

I'm getting ready to do a new build using the i5-3570K, and am going to be getting an after market cooler. I was wondering if there is a preference between the 212 EVO or 212 PLUS by Cooler Master as they seem to share most of the same specs and price points. One thing I wasn't able to locate was the Db range on the Plus..is it higher or comparable to the EVO?

Thanks for any suggestions!

 

[Novuake]

The plus is the more performance orientated one and the evo is meant for silencer operation. It is a nice cooler but really good cooling is what you want, rather get something more expensive if you are able

 

[rolli59]

For the same price EVO is the better cooler but they are similar in noise and I selected 212+ for $5 savings when buying. Did not need that extra 1-2°C the EVO provides. http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/article/Cooler-Master-Hyper-212-EVO-CPU-Cooler-Review/1407/8

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

http://www.hitechlegion.com/reviews/cooling/heatsinksfans/13336-cm-hyper-212-evo-cpu-cooler-review?start=5

 

[Denzig76]

Best answer selected by Denzig76.

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

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