Intel i5 cooling

[Kuz0ntL3r]

I need some help choosing, actually finding a good, affordable cooling system compatible with i5's. I'm planning on using a non-overclocking CPU: (Intel i5 4440) and want an aftermarket cooling system.

It can be air or liquid, doesn't matter. all that matters is the budget of no more than $100.

 

[mnc221]

Scythe Mugen 3 Revision

 

[chesteracorgi]

If you are not OC'ing you do not need an expensive cooler. Even the Intel box cooler will do but if you want a better aftermarket cooler then http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835118128 is a good inexpensive choice.

 

[EasyLover]

Dear,

If you are not overclocking then stick with stock cooler but still if you want to go for after market air cooler then choose wisely and save some bucks while get the max performance. Go for Cooler Master Hyper 212 Evo. It will do the job the and is very common and recommended highly.

Happy Hunting!

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835103099

 

[chesteracorgi]

The CM Hyper is overkill for a non-OC'd system unless you have no AC and live in the tropics,

 

[EasyLover]

I tend not to agree with this. By buying CM 212 the OP will also be addressing his future requirement as well. He can go for overclocking at any time so he will not be worrying about cooling issue.

Moreover, I'm still STRONGLY recommending the OP to stick with stock cooler and don't waste money on cheap aftermarket air coolers.

 

[Kuz0ntL3r]

Thanks guys, I'm thinking about not buying aftermarket cooling NOW, but when I do, I'll probably go for liquid cooling. I think I'll prefer the absence of noise and for future upgrades.

Again thanks for the advice.

 

[EasyLover]

Thanks guys, I'm thinking about not buying aftermarket cooling NOW, but when I do, I'll probably go for liquid cooling. I think I'll prefer the absence of noise and for future upgrades.

Again thanks for the advice.

Good choice Kuz0ntL3r. Good luck