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AMD Phenom X4 9950 AM2 Heat Problem

PSU crap, get new one, got it ...

Back to the CPU ;-)

Please can you advise me on the best CPU cooler for ~£30

I was looking at some, two being enclosed watercooler systems:

- NorthQ Siberian Tiger Liquid Cooling
- Xigmatek AIO-S80DP All-in-1 liquid cooling system
- Thermalright Ultra-120 eXtreme 120mm Heat Sink Fan for AM2 CPU (Without Fan)
- Arctic Cooling Freezer 64 Pro V2
- Scythe Ninja II CPU Cooler
- Scythe Andy Samurai Master CPU Cooler
- Scythe Infinity/Mugen CPU Cooler
- Thermaltake Duorb CPU Cooler
- Arctic Cooling Freezer Extreme
- Coolermaster Gemini-II Six Heatpipe Cooler

I am looking for the best price/performance/easy installation. Feel free to suggest a better one not listed here for around the same price :-)

Thanks
 
gareth170 said:
Thermalright Ultra-120 eXtreme with fan or Noctua NH-U12P
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+1 - Have the same with a different fan, it's very good. Fan installation is a bit of a pain, I would suggest installing it before you install the HSF to the motherboard.
 
I have that mobo and a 9750, within everest i get low / mid 30's idle temps upto high 50's using stress tests. The case can make a BIG difference, i recently changed from an Antec300 which is a reasonable case for the price to a Cooler Master HAF932 and my cpu temps dropped by 7c.

I am using a Zaward Gyre cooler to help keep the PWMIC's cool as these get VERY hot under load so i would recommend you check the temps of those to using Abit's uGuru if nothing else.

I also agree bin the psu at the first possible chance you get.
 
Just want to let you know that I have just purchased a new PSU:

OCZ StealthXStream OCZ500SXS-UK 500W Power Supply Unit / PSU / 120mm Fan

Specs:

500W Configuration
OCZ PowerWhisper Technology
Internal 120mm fan
3 year warranty backed by OCZ's exclusive PowerSwap replacement program. No more endless return-for-repair loops!
Technical specifications
150 x 140 x 86mm 1 x 20+4Pin ATX
1 x 4-pin CPU
1 x PCI-E 6+2 pin
4 x 4-pin Molex peripheral
1 x 4-pin floppy
2 x S-ATA
High efficiency
80% @ 115V (Typical load)
83% @ 230V (Typical load)
Overvoltage/Overcurrent/Short-Circuit protection
Active PFC
MTBF:100,000 hours

Description:

Ocz 500W Stealth Extreme Psu (OCZ500SXS-UKThe new 500 Watt StealthXStream Power Supply offers a sufficient source of power for mainstream gaming PCs. The 500W edition features the same understated look as its 600W predecessor with a sleek black case and unlit fan for the value-conscious consumer seeking effective, quiet performance.

Ideal for gamers and system builders who prefer a straight-forward, value-mined PSU, the StealthXStream focuses on performance, quality, and quiet operation. The 500W configuration provides the necessary power for mainstream gaming systems and desktop computing setups, ensuring you won¿t pay extra for a higher wattage unit that a mainstream system does not require. Even at peak loads the 500W StealthXStream remains virtually silent and excludes flashy LEDs, ensuring the power supply is not seen or heard.

The StealthXStream is kept supremely cool with a large 120mm fan and features a standard ATX power supply form factor to accommodate virtually all computer towers. With a sustained output of 500W the StealthXStream is well-suited for and driving today's midrange systems. The rock solid StealthXStream is built to provide sufficient output to power entry level graphics platforms, including with a single PCI-Express connector and a 4 CPU auxiliary connector, all wrapped in a flexible mesh promoting a tidy environment inside the case.

The OCZ StealthXStream provides Universal Input and Active PFC (Power Factor Correction) to effectively regulate input voltage across worldwide power grids and maintain an economical, yet stable supply of power.

All OCZ StealthXStream power supplies come backed with an industry-leading three year OCZ PowerSwap Warranty for the ultimate peace of mind.)

So? Any comments on this one? Might solve my heating problem as according to AMD Overdrive my Core temps are 40 degrees idle on all 4 cores. So Im guessing the 60Degrees C Idle is from the PSU. Well I hope so anyway.

If this doesnt solve that 60 Degrees problem then its another purchase of a core contact freezer for me! :-)
 
40c is about right for idle.. my 9850 idle at 38-40 and load at 45-47c with a Arctic Cooling Freezer XTREME , tbh its a crap cooler. my old Thermalright sl-128 was much better.. i maybe putting it back on because it idle at 34-36 and load at 43-45c with that

yes that psu is fine
 
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I never understood why people look at the idle temps when they compare coolers. Unless your using extream cooling, the temp of your room will have more of an effect then what cooler it is (at idle).

Unless the Freezer XTREME is pants at full load too lol.
 
Regardless of what the PSU purchase solves or not, it was a good move, it will be much more reliable than the Q-Tec and hopefully however it will solve the instability in games.

It won't however solve the temperature problems, but if the computer is stable at those temps it's nothing to really worry about. If you want it fixed I would suggest you buy a good heatsink like the previously mentioned Thermalright Ultra-120 eXtreme, along with some good thermal paste, arctic silver etc and a good 120mm fan.

Using the stock AMD HSF on a high end chip is always going to give above average temperatures. I would suggest running Prime stress test to see how high the temps go with your current cooling. You can get it here: http://www.softpedia.com/get/Others/Home-Education/Prime95.shtml
 
EvilOne said:
I never understood why people look at the idle temps when they compare coolers. Unless your using extream cooling, the temp of your room will have more of an effect then what cooler it is (at idle).

Unless the Freezer XTREME is pants at full load too lol.
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my 9850 idle at 38-40 and load at 45-47c with a Arctic Cooling Freezer XTREME , but my old Thermalright sl-128 was much better.. because it idle at 34-36 and load at 43-45c with that.

so it is crap
 
A decent PSU, it should help clearing some of the hot air out of the case.
The stock heatsink isn't too good but it should do the job, might just need re-seated with some AS5 or similar.
 
Indeed, a small amount of AS5 or similar might help, especially if you used the gunk that AMD put on the bottom of their heatsinks.
 
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