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cooler under 5k

12 posts · originally from https://geek.digit.in/community/threads/cooler-under-5k.172714/

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ojas1010 Original post #1
Apr 15, 2013 at 12:05 AM
hello foll is my config
antec 1200 case
asus maximus v gene
intel i5-3570k
16 gigi ram gskill sniper
i want a cpu cooler for about 5k....so please suggest
Cilus
Cilus #2
Apr 15, 2013 at 11:42 AM
For Air Cooler, you can opt for DeepCool Gamer Storm @ 4K or Noctua NH-U12DO A3 CPU Cooler at the same price.
The Incinerator
The Incinerator #3
Apr 15, 2013 at 4:05 PM
I would suggest a Corsair A70 with two PWM fans,since Noctua is a hard find and the Corsair A70 is almost at par at a far lower price.

If you look at the Bottom of the Chart you will find that its just a 1C difference .


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topgear
topgear #5
Apr 18, 2013 at 6:11 AM
My pick is Thermalright Venomous X .. available at 3k and 2x 90CFM 2000 RPM fan costs 1k more .. at 4K a great VFM deal IMO.
harshilsharma63
harshilsharma63 #6
Apr 18, 2013 at 10:50 AM
topgear said:
My pick is Thermalright Venomous X .. available at 3k and 2x 90CFM 2000 RPM fan costs 1k more .. at 4K a great VFM deal IMO.
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CAn you post a link to some e-tailer, I couldn't find one.
topgear
topgear #7
Apr 19, 2013 at 1:40 AM
here you go : Link
Myth
Myth #9
Apr 19, 2013 at 1:54 PM
harshilsharma63 said:
That's real good. WTH do we suggest hyper212 then?
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Venomous X is a better performer but the Evo's low price kills the competition.

Venomous X only comes with a heatsink. Fan has to be purchased separately.
harshilsharma63
harshilsharma63 #10
Apr 19, 2013 at 2:12 PM
Myth said:
Venomous X is a better performer but the Evo's low price kills the competition.

Venomous X only comes with a heatsink. Fan has to be purchased separately.
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So are the benchmarks performed with or without the fan in this cooler?
Myth
Myth #11
Apr 19, 2013 at 2:20 PM
A heatsink isnt of much use without a fan.
Tests can be conducted with stock fan (for evo ) and then a common fan for all.
The Incinerator
The Incinerator #12
Apr 19, 2013 at 8:21 PM
harshilsharma63 said:
So are the benchmarks performed with or without the fan in this cooler?
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In that test it is fitted with two Noctua NF-P12 fans.Look closely at the chart.We dont suggest the Thermalright because its available in a very very limitid quantity and is only available with Prime ABGB. Secondly it costs Rs 3000 and then minimum Rs1000 for two fans + shipping = Rs 4300+.Hence the EVO.

And if you want those Noctua Fans they cost $18/24 in the US and that the cheapest price for those fans.