Recently built a new system(4 mos ago give or take) and am currently using the stock cooler. Purchased a 212+ but am reconsidering if I need it. I am NOT currently overclocking, may in the future but it is pretty doubtful as Im happy with the performance Im currently getting. Maybe to squeeze life out of it in a few years.
System:
cpu - i5 - 2500k
mobo - ASUS P8Z 68-VLX
PS - cooler master 450w
case - cooler master HAF 912
gpu - sapphire 6850
cooing - stock cpu cooler, two 120m fans currently installed (one front intake, one rear exhaust)
Recently purchased the 212+ and a 200m fan that will be installed as exhaust on the top of the case. I am planning to install the 200m to improve airflow, but not sure if I will get any material benefit from the 212+ if I am not overclocking.
Current temps are:
idle - ~36c
multitask (multiple streams and office suite/internet) - 46c
gaming (LOTRO) - 59c max, runs around 49c when I minimize mid-game to check temps
room temp - 77f/25c here in the summer
I have not run Prime 95, so do not no true load test temps, but if that will help you guys I can run that.
In summary I will not be overclocking but will be playing LOTRO, Skyrim, etc and trying to decide if the 212+ is a worthwhile investment. I know cooler is better, but not sure if the benefit to non-overclockers. Thanks for any responses and let me know if I need to provide more info.
System:
cpu - i5 - 2500k
mobo - ASUS P8Z 68-VLX
PS - cooler master 450w
case - cooler master HAF 912
gpu - sapphire 6850
cooing - stock cpu cooler, two 120m fans currently installed (one front intake, one rear exhaust)
Recently purchased the 212+ and a 200m fan that will be installed as exhaust on the top of the case. I am planning to install the 200m to improve airflow, but not sure if I will get any material benefit from the 212+ if I am not overclocking.
Current temps are:
idle - ~36c
multitask (multiple streams and office suite/internet) - 46c
gaming (LOTRO) - 59c max, runs around 49c when I minimize mid-game to check temps
room temp - 77f/25c here in the summer
I have not run Prime 95, so do not no true load test temps, but if that will help you guys I can run that.
In summary I will not be overclocking but will be playing LOTRO, Skyrim, etc and trying to decide if the 212+ is a worthwhile investment. I know cooler is better, but not sure if the benefit to non-overclockers. Thanks for any responses and let me know if I need to provide more info.