HTPC Spec Check, Stock Cooler Qu?

ssmacc · 20 Apr 2009 at 20:41

I’m about to order the below for a HTPC, anyone see any problems?

I’m a little concerned about the stock cooler on the 7750+ Black Edition, anyone know if its quite enough for a HTPC? If not can anyone recommend a cooler that will fit in the case?

Thanks

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RJC · 20 Apr 2009 at 20:55

The CPU is more than enough for Hi-def movies and tv, I use the E2220 in mine without any problems.

The stock cooler should be fine, I had the Thermalright SI 128 when I had my Antec.

ssmacc · 20 Apr 2009 at 21:20

Thanks, i guess I'll give the stock cooler a go. Not going to Overclock but want it to be quite

Audigex · 20 Apr 2009 at 21:51

I'd say to try it, if you notice it as being loud you can always throw an after market cooler in afterwards if it's noticeable.

Even with HD content though, most CPUs won't be taxed enough to need the fan at full tilt.

You may even want to try a small overclock/undervolt. Heat is proportional to the square of the voltage, so even a fairly small drop in the voltage can produce surprisingly large drops in temperature.

ssmacc · 20 Apr 2009 at 22:25

Audigex said:
I'd say to try it, if you notice it as being loud you can always throw an after market cooler in afterwards if it's noticeable.

Even with HD content though, most CPUs won't be taxed enough to need the fan at full tilt.

You may even want to try a small overclock/undervolt. Heat is proportional to the square of the voltage, so even a fairly small drop in the voltage can produce surprisingly large drops in temperature.

Sounds like a good plan

Cheers