Quiet CPU Cooler

Sniper Ash6 · 21 Feb 2010 at 15:05

What is the best but quiet CPU cooler i can get for a Phenom II x4 805 (on an AM2+ board) that doesnt cost tons?

I have been looking at the Noctua NH-U12P and the Artic Cooler Freezer 7 rev 2 but am unsure if the Noctua would fit in my Coolermas RC690 or how good the Freezer 7 will be

Any advise please?

Thanks

SA6

Strawberry · 21 Feb 2010 at 15:06

If you're not afraid of getting a bit wet, you could try the H50.

thebigak · 21 Feb 2010 at 15:12

What about this: Tuniq Tower 120 Extreme Rev. C

It's very quiet and £39.99 inc VAT at Overclockers ATM.

Sniper Ash6 · 21 Feb 2010 at 15:23

I had considered the H50 but am trying to get a decent BD drive and CPU cooler for £100

Am replacing my Zalman 9700 which is currently the loudest part of my system

Cheers will look into the Tuniq

thebigak · 21 Feb 2010 at 16:17

Yeah take a look at the Tuniq. It has been made for silent operation and has direct heatpipe tech and is very efficient for a low noise cooler!

Sniper Ash6 · 21 Feb 2010 at 16:28

Have looked at the Tuniq

I would have to take out the mobo to install it though wouldnt i? As am not keen on that - a lot of time

Though it does look quite good

vanandjuanunited · 21 Feb 2010 at 16:34

scythe shuriken
Got one and its very quiet. Only noise i can hear now is psu

Sniper Ash6 · 21 Feb 2010 at 16:41

Not too keen on top down coolers also no point in buying a low profile cooler if i have a mid-ATX case IMO

Thanks for the suggestion

Sniper Ash6 · 21 Feb 2010 at 16:57

Im gonna do some searching and see if i can get a definate answer regarding the Noctua and the 690 as i rate Noctua very highly

Does anyone know the max height the RAM can be as well please?

subbytna · 21 Feb 2010 at 22:37

Tuniq is HUGE too

cavonia · 21 Feb 2010 at 22:38

Thermalright HR-01 Plus is fantastic if you can find one!

Technics · 21 Feb 2010 at 23:08

The Noctua NH-U12P has recived very good reviews and are great if your after a silent cooler.

Jigsy · 21 Feb 2010 at 23:14

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=HS-000-TL&tool=3

Recommended to me by Big.Wayne for my 550BE. This thing is silent if you decide not to put a fan on it. Only draw back is the size and it just about fits in my CM 335 which is'nt a very big case. If you find out it fits in you're case then I would go for it you wont be disapointed !!

miniyazz · 21 Feb 2010 at 23:32

Jigsy said:
This thing is silent if you decide not to put a fan on it.

Made me snigger

In other news, it was discovered today that water is wet, and experts are predicting that the sun will rise tomorrow.

Sniper Ash6 · 22 Feb 2010 at 07:09

miniyazz said:
Made me snigger

In other news, it was discovered today that water is wet, and experts are predicting that the sun will rise tomorrow.

Me too

Thanks for the suggestions, I'm gonna see if the Noctua will or will not fit before i start looking at other ones

Sniper Ash6 · 22 Feb 2010 at 14:22

Just found out that on an AMD installation the Noctua can only go vertically (top to bottom)

Would horizontally be better and if so which HSF please?

MUST be quiet but still provide good cooling

Also found out that the Noctua requires mobo removal which im not a fan of

Thanks

Crazy Buddhist · 23 Feb 2010 at 09:44

Sniper Ash6 said:
Also found out that the Noctua requires mobo removal which im not a fan of

Most good aftermarket coolers require mobo removal. It's not really a big deal. Sometimes you can fit them to the existing bracket but if the cooler is heavy it's dedicated backplate may still be needed for strength.

Crazy B

cavonia · 23 Feb 2010 at 09:55

Bolt through is always a safe bet.

Helios1234 · 23 Feb 2010 at 12:40

+1 for the Thermolab Baram. Get a couple of fans for it and it'll be better than the Noctua.

Crazy Buddhist · 23 Feb 2010 at 15:13

Sniper Ash6 said:
What is the best but quiet CPU cooler i can get for a Phenom II x4 805 (on an AM2+ board) that doesnt cost tons?

Not sure if it will fit in your rig as it's on the HOOGE side but the Megahalem is possibly one of the best air coolers out there at the moment. Although originally supplied only for Intel socket 775/1156/1366 there is available an AM2 2+ / 3 mounting kit - the cooloer can be had from OcUk for £46.99 inc vat:

http://overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=HS-005-PL&tool=3

And you'd need a "Prolimatech AM2 / AM2+ / AM3 Megahalem Retention Mount" which I've only seen sourced in the US at the moment but costs a mere $9.99 (any plans to stock this kit OcUK?)

If you're machine is not heavily overclocked and has good airflow in the case you can possibly get away with running this cooler fanless, otherwise you can add one or two 120mm fans to it, buying something nice and quiet - maybe some Noctua's or the like (I share you're love of Noctua).

Crazy B