Hi, just had a couple of questions about CPU coolers. I'm considering a new build probably with an Intel C2D E8400 - haven't overclocked before.
1) Is the stock cooler definitely worth replacing if I'm only planning to overclock a little bit further down the line, and run stock speeds first of all? Reducing temps and noise seems sensible anyway.
2) The Noctua NH-U12P, Thermalright Ultra-120A and Tuniq Tower 120 seem good. Would they be *much* quieter than the stock HSF?
In the case of getting a Tuniq Tower or similar, it seems easier to fit one during the initial build rather than later, so I'm just trying to make things hassle-free. Sorry if these are obvious! Thanks for any info.
1) Is the stock cooler definitely worth replacing if I'm only planning to overclock a little bit further down the line, and run stock speeds first of all? Reducing temps and noise seems sensible anyway.
2) The Noctua NH-U12P, Thermalright Ultra-120A and Tuniq Tower 120 seem good. Would they be *much* quieter than the stock HSF?
In the case of getting a Tuniq Tower or similar, it seems easier to fit one during the initial build rather than later, so I'm just trying to make things hassle-free. Sorry if these are obvious! Thanks for any info.
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