Closed Loop Recommendations

xetronic · 8 Jul 2013 at 12:38

Hi Guys,
I'm having a problem deciding on what cooler I'm going to use in my build.
I'm going to be using the Asus Sabertooth z87 MoBo with an i7 4770k and a Fractal Design Define R4 case, I was going to use a Corsair h110 but it seems that this cooler won't fit in the case and also the backplate will not fit to the MoBo.
I was just wondering if anyone could recommend any coolers to me that would fit into this build and also kick arse.

Thanks

Doomedspeed · 8 Jul 2013 at 13:10

What would be the problem with the backplate?

BuToNz · 8 Jul 2013 at 13:33

Pretty sure the backplate will fit on that board, plenty of space on the back of the CPU socket before you'd be touching the 'Armour'.

All CLC's are pretty equal in performance, personally I like the Corsair i Series, currently running a H100i. Have had plenty of experience of the H60 v2 and H80i and they've been good.

If you want all out performance you'd be better off with a high end air cooler. CLC's come close but don't beat a good lump of metal instead.

xetronic · 8 Jul 2013 at 13:43

According to a number of people, the plates provided do not fit onto the z87 sabertooth. If I was to use a h100i what fans would you recommend?