haraakiri Posted February 27, 2010 Posted February 27, 2010 (edited) I have got unlocked 555(see my sig) overclocked to 3.8G on scythe mugen 2 with cpu temps around 55 with linx. I would like to touch 4G but I think temps need to be put under control. I am planning to buy another cooler. With megahalems would I see 4-5 degree difference compared to scythe mugen 2? If it would be just 1-2 deg, then I better opt for something else. Reviews suggest that megahalems shines when temps are high, perhaps above 65. As phenom 2 runs cooler and perhaps should be less than 50 for 4G, I think it might not be worth. If it's better to get something else, what would it be? Currently I dont have the budget to go watercooling. If you are wondering why my temps are so high, please note that I live in south India, ambient temps would be 30-35 in summer. Yes, you read that right and no typing mistakes there. And my nb temps are around 55(with linx) again, so should I provide active cooling for my nb and pwm area? They are hot to touch. Edited February 27, 2010 by haraakiri Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
minigeek Posted February 27, 2010 Posted February 27, 2010 i do not think the updrade is worth it, the mugen 2 is a top performing hsf! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
spitter Posted February 27, 2010 Posted February 27, 2010 Add a second fan to the mugen 2, maybe get rid of the fan that came with it and get 2 yates loon/ scythe flex. One on the front and one on the bottom seemed to work the best for me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
overclocking101 Posted February 27, 2010 Posted February 27, 2010 the magalahem kills the mugen 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilya_hhjj Posted February 27, 2010 Posted February 27, 2010 Check this review out It shows a 4 degree drop with a second fan for push/pull, I would probably try that first before considering a new heatsink. If you still aren't satisfied with the temp/oc you get I'd look at the Thermalright VenomousX. From what I've seen on the reviews it's marginally better than the Prolimatech Megahalems. The Megahalems only shows good temps under heavy load with average idle temps in pretty much all of its reviews. The Venomous shows similar load performance with better idles. Save a few bucks and reuse those fans if you get a new heatsink. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
haraakiri Posted February 28, 2010 Posted February 28, 2010 i do not think the updrade is worth it, the mugen 2 is a top performing hsf! Most reviews do suggest the same.Some other hsf which mighe be considered an upgrade? Add a second fan to the mugen 2, maybe get rid of the fan that came with it and get 2 yates loon/ scythe flex. One on the front and one on the bottom seemed to work the best for me. Check this review outIt shows a 4 degree drop with a second fan for push/pull, I would probably try that first before considering a new heatsink. If you still aren't satisfied with the temp/oc you get I'd look at the Thermalright VenomousX. From what I've seen on the reviews it's marginally better than the Prolimatech Megahalems. The Megahalems only shows good temps under heavy load with average idle temps in pretty much all of its reviews. The Venomous shows similar load performance with better idles. Save a few bucks and reuse those fans if you get a new heatsink. I will add two fans in push/pull first, test it and report back. the magalahem kills the mugen 2 Sure? Personal experience or any reviews suggesting that? I would be happy to get megahalems if it can get me 4G and it's within my budget . Should I opt for noctua d14? That a bit pricy, but perhaps I might be able to save a few buck and go for it in a few weeks. I would first try push/pull though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
slick2500 Posted February 28, 2010 Posted February 28, 2010 Just out of curiosity can you reach 4G without it unlocked? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
haraakiri Posted February 28, 2010 Posted February 28, 2010 (edited) Just out of curiosity can you reach 4G without it unlocked? Thanks for asking. . After your reply checked if it could get to 4G without unlock and found that it requires 1.52V for that and temps are around 56 deg. Therefore for unlocked 555, it will require 1.52V at least and that would perhaps mean no air cooling solution at my ambient temps could keep it less than 55. Am I right here? If that's the case it's better get the best overclock I could with the current setup and forget about it . Suggestions are welcome! Edited February 28, 2010 by haraakiri Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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