privateapples Posted December 12, 2007 Posted December 12, 2007 Hey guys I just ordered my QX9650 (FREAKIN EXCITED!) but i'm not positive what is the best cooling I should get for it. I was thinking about the Ultra / ChillTec Thermal Electric CPU Coolerbut its reviews were very amazing. I'm looking something that would cool it at its best. I'm not looking to overclock EXTREMELY maybe just push it to 3.5 or less not sure yet. But I'm looking to spend at least $250 on cooling it.. but I'm not looking for water cooling because I wouldnt be able to maintain it perfectly! (not that much time on my hands.) Get back to me If you have any info for me!! thanks GuyS! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nemo Posted December 12, 2007 Posted December 12, 2007 OCC has a review of the Ultra ChillTec Thermo Electric Cpu Cooler. Take a look at that before you make any decisions. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
road-runner Posted December 12, 2007 Posted December 12, 2007 Just get the Thermalright Ultra 120 Extreme cooler, its the best air cooler around.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hardnrg Posted December 12, 2007 Posted December 12, 2007 unless you use a >300W TEC, which is more work than watercooling, you are going to end up with worse temps than really good air, the C2Q will just overpower small TECs Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingdingeling Posted December 12, 2007 Posted December 12, 2007 unless you use a >300W TEC, which is more work than watercooling, you are going to end up with worse temps than really good air, the C2Q will just overpower small TECs A 60$ air cooler is more than enough, you don't need to waste > 250$ on cooling! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guticb Posted December 14, 2007 Posted December 14, 2007 The CNPS9700NT is a great cooler. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
privateapples Posted December 16, 2007 Posted December 16, 2007 I installed it on my rig and its showing 45C at idle with my qx9650..... sound high? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadowfactor Posted December 16, 2007 Posted December 16, 2007 I know you said no water but once you actually get the water cooling installed you shouldnt have to touch it for atleast a year besides adding fluiding if needed. I would go into water if I were you. But maybe a Petier and like a Thermalright Ultra 120 Extreme cooler.... or just the Thermalright Ultra 120 Extreme cooler.. and 45 C isnt high on idle for stock cooling , my E6850 ran about 42 C on idle on stock... Now that I'm on water I'm seeing 29C Idle and 40C load. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
privateapples Posted December 16, 2007 Posted December 16, 2007 Isnt Water pretty expensive also? I guess I'd have to just have to get another case and see if that helps temps at all. If not I'll go water.... I couldnt fit a pump in this case anyway Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cchalogamer Posted December 16, 2007 Posted December 16, 2007 (edited) Isnt Water pretty expensive also? From a guy who just dropped over $1200 on a CPU that's a rather stupid comment in my opinion. Heck why not make it real interesting: http://www.frozencpu.com/products/1249/cas..._04-L-1152.html EDIT: Ok actually I just noticed this: http://forums.overclockersclub.com/?showtopic=76462 Dont you think such info would have been EXTREMELY useful to know if we're going to help you pick a cooler. Hell there's not much of anything high performance thats going to fit based on what I'm reading over there. Oh and to answer your last question over there And while I'm at it ill add in a -120 points for usefullness for that powersupply on a scale of 100. (Yes that's -20) Best i can tell you dumped all your money into the CPU rather than building a more balanced PC that will last and better serve your needs. Edited December 16, 2007 by cchalogamer Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
privateapples Posted December 16, 2007 Posted December 16, 2007 Well what would you have gone with when it comes to a power supply? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingdingeling Posted December 16, 2007 Posted December 16, 2007 Silverstone ST50EF-Plus 500W - 90$ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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