CPU cooler for a newbie overclocker?

tDa · 18 Apr 2008 at 14:43

Hello
I'm a newb at overclocking. I recently built a new computer, with the following specs:

CPU: AMD Phenom 9850 Black Edition Quad-Core 2.5 GHz Socket AM2+
MOBO: Gigabyte GA-MA790FX-DQ6
RAM: 4GB Corsair
Case: MIST Define *
GFX: GeForce 8800GTS 512MB
PSU: MIST 600W

*
NO hot-linking images - DaveMac

Width: 190 mm
Height: 485 mm
Standard: ATX

Now... I wanna overclock the CPU. I tried overclocking it using the stock fan, but started having stability issues, so I clocked it down again.

Can anyone please recommend me a fan, based on the following criteria, ranked after importance:
1. Silent
2. Easy to install (preferably one using the mounting system of the stock fans, so I don't need to pull out the mobo)
3: Well... one that cools very well

4: Price

Thanks in advance

Admiral Huddy · 18 Apr 2008 at 14:45

I think before we continue, you might want to quickly read the FAQs

tDa · 18 Apr 2008 at 15:10

I had a look at http://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showthread.php?t=17612922
but didn't see anything new.. I already know most of this stuff. Or are you referring to a different FAQ?

CliffyBiro · 18 Apr 2008 at 15:13

He's referring to the competitor links you have in your first post.

tDa · 18 Apr 2008 at 15:31

Uh? Now I'm confused.
If you mean the Microplex links, it's because MIST isn't a well-known brand, so you guys could see which fan might be able to fit into the case... I can remove them, if it's a problem.

CliffyBiro · 18 Apr 2008 at 15:32

Just post a few pics and specs of it.

tDa · 18 Apr 2008 at 15:35

tDa · 18 Apr 2008 at 15:40

CliffyBiro · 18 Apr 2008 at 16:07

OK, for a top performing cooler you're looking at either the Noctua, Tuniq Tower or Thermalright 120 Extreme.

The Noctua is a great cooler and extremely quiet, the Thermalright is a top notch overclocking cooler and the Tuniq Tower is an incredibly popular midpoint between the two.

Personally, I'd go for the Noctua or Tuniq Tower:

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=HS-001-SB&groupid=701&catid=57&subcat=821

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=HS-002-NC&groupid=701&catid=57&subcat=821

tDa · 18 Apr 2008 at 16:11

They're gigantic

Can these be mounted without yanking out the motherboard?

CliffyBiro · 18 Apr 2008 at 16:15

Tbh, you won't find many coolers that will cool a decent overclock that don't require a bracket to be fitted.

Admiral Huddy · 18 Apr 2008 at 16:15

You still havn't read the FAQs, you now need to change your signature.

Here's a link to help you.

tDa · 18 Apr 2008 at 16:23

Ok, removed my signature.

skippi90: Are there any?

ins0mn1ac · 18 Apr 2008 at 16:42

tDa said:
Ok, removed my signature.

skippi90: Are there any?

Try the AC7Pro, installs just like the stock HSF does.

tDa · 18 Apr 2008 at 17:54

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Try the AC7Pro, installs just like the stock HSF does.

I couldn't find it on any of the online stores here in Norway.. what's the manufacturer called?

thefishdude · 18 Apr 2008 at 19:06

arctic cooling is the manufacturer allthoug the ac7pro fits c2d chips socket 775. you have am2+ wich is same as am2 i assume ? in that case its the ac freezer 64 pro

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showp...000-AR&tool=3&groupid=701&catid=57&subcat=821

tDa · 18 Apr 2008 at 20:47

Yes, the same mounting system.
Can't find it in Norway, but I assume I could order it from OCUK, or somewhere else abroad.
Is it good?

thefishdude · 18 Apr 2008 at 23:41

they are pretty good use i amusing the intel version wch is pretty mucj the same. if you have thf fan run at over 75% they can start to get noisy how ever my fan never runs above 50% speed. cooling wise they are also very good they are quite as good as the even bigger ones that were mentioned above but this costs under half the amount. it also comes with thermal paste pre aplied a good quality paste aswell. if you arnt going to overclock to extreme levels then this will do .

dont know what postage would be like, woud be better if you could find it in yoru country

tDa · 19 Apr 2008 at 09:52

I found it on some obscure online shop here. Unless anyone has any other suggestions, I'm gonna go for that fan. Thanks, thefishdude.

tDa · 19 Apr 2008 at 16:42

I went for that fan. Thanks guys