Fluid XP: Vortex XP

[StizzSwizz]

Hey Guys,

 

I just recently purchased the Vortex XP CPU block for my 3800X2 (AM2) on my DFI UT nf590 mobo. And it was a pain to install with my water cooling lines attached, but I tightened down the four mounting bolts to proper specs and used AS5 as my TIM. But I seem to get high temps for a water cooling setup. The CPU idles around 36-39C and under load will reach 45-48C. Does anybody else have this particular cooling block?

 

With my old mobo-cpu combo (in my sig) i would only hit mid 40's C under my max overclock (about 3Ghz).

 

I am using ITE smart guardian to see my temps, and they seem to be the same in BIOS as well.

 

Anyway, I guess the most expensive CPU water cooling block isnt the better choice (so far). I would of got the Apogee GT but I just dont like the plastic water fittings on the top, maybe I'll get the GT anyway.

 

Thanks,

Steve

[radodrill]

Anyway, I guess the most expensive CPU water cooling block isnt the better choice (so far). I would of got the Apogee GT but I just dont like the plastic water fittings on the top, maybe I'll get the GT anyway.

 

Just get the Perfect Seal fittings @ DangerDen if you're worried about the plastic.

 

In my rig the plastic is fine though.

[uneedav8]

Just get the Perfect Seal fittings @ DangerDen if you're worried about the plastic.

 

In my rig the plastic is fine though.

 

What cooling fluid do you use?......it looks very green and awesome from the sig pic.

[radodrill]

What cooling fluid do you use?......it looks very green and awesome from the sig pic.

 

Thanks, It does look good doesn't it?

 

Mix is as follows:

• ~92% Distilled H2O
  
• ~7% Zerex (Engine Coolant)
  
• 1-2 ml Green UV Dye-Lite (Engine Coolant leak detector)