sheriff12 Posted July 24, 2015 Posted July 24, 2015 I have an Intel i7-5820K CPU installed on a Gigabyte GA-X99-UD4 mo/bo. These components are going into my new build. The mo/bo is going to be mounted vertically in the case. Is there any concerns I should have about using the CoolerMaster V8 GTS heatsink as far as the weight putting too much stress on the mo/bo? I know the UD on my mo/bo means ultra durable but, the V8 GTS looks heavy. Thanks for any discussions or suggestions! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GabrielT Posted July 25, 2015 Posted July 25, 2015 I have a UD3 with a noctua d15 hanging off it and it doesn't seem to be an issue. It weighs almost a full pound more than the V8GTS Just be sure to follow the instructions and make sure the motherboard is well secured. The max rated cpu cooler weight should be listed somewhere but I wouldn't worry about it. My cooler weighs around 4 times more than the motherboard is "rated" for. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waco Posted July 25, 2015 Posted July 25, 2015 Other than the pains of mounting it, the GTS isn't too bad (or heavy) at all. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boinker Posted July 26, 2015 Posted July 26, 2015 Look at your Review waco that did do pretty well against what was new back then. Im impressed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waco Posted July 26, 2015 Posted July 26, 2015 It's impressive in size, looks, and specs...but it's merely good in terms of cooling performance, and the mounting system makes my blood pressure go up just thinking about it. Mounting it outside a case is a LOT easier though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boinker Posted July 27, 2015 Posted July 27, 2015 Waco I doubt I will ever own a PCB bender like that or the D-15. my water cooling setup outperforms all the new self contained stuff in its twilight years so im good with it. Just need an upgraded block now and im set for another half to full decade of overclocking. I just don't get rid of things anymore.... lol, maybe cause im broke. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waco Posted July 27, 2015 Posted July 27, 2015 I'm rocking a damn near 10 year old Laing D5 and a hodgepodge of watercooling gear I've acquired over the years. The only thing I ever change is the block! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GabrielT Posted July 28, 2015 Posted July 28, 2015 Big ole D15 keeps my old 45nm Xeon below 65c. Thats at 4ghz and 1.4v no less. That being said I really want to invest in a nice watercooling setup, and yes I am jealous. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boinker Posted July 28, 2015 Posted July 28, 2015 Big ole D15 keeps my old 45nm Xeon below 65c. Thats at 4ghz and 1.4v no less. That being said I really want to invest in a nice watercooling setup, and yes I am jealous. It would be maybe 10c colder if you have a great radiator and block. My setup keeps the old 3930k at max 65c under occt linpak load. I just put a new o ring on the waterblock and good as new. My setup. Waterblock: swiftech appogee XT9 pump: Lang d5 various @ 50% Radiator: xspc rx360 v1 Res: xspc d5 bay res Fans: scythe pwm 1200rpm 120-25 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GabrielT Posted July 28, 2015 Posted July 28, 2015 (edited) I should just pick up $100 worth of watercooling parts every other paycheck. It's not that I will really be gaining much cooling especially since the chokes on my motherboard are literally screaming under load. Good watercooling parts just seem to last forever and they are really cool. What I would really like to do is throw the d15 on my wifes 8320, I bet it can hit 5.0ghz with that beast. Edited July 28, 2015 by GabrielT Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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