Cheapest custom CPU loop?

[Hank_Tech]

So I am looking into building a custom loop CPU loop right now, and I was just wondering what a basic, entry level loop would run me. It can either be a DIY kit that I put together myself, or it can just be a list of parts. I am just kinda curious as to how much it would cost to build a basic CPU loop. Thanks!

[Jodomcfrodo]

$300 for a sketchy one. $500 for a proper one.

[RelentlessAF]

I'm pretty sure it would be cheaper and more efficient to use an AIO.

[Hank_Tech]

I'm pretty sure it would be cheaper and more efficient to use an AIO.

I do have an AIO right now, but I'm not very pleased with it. My Swiftech H220 has been nothing but annoying for me, so I have a H100i on the way. If that doesn't work out, then I'll send it back and probably just go the custom route. I just wanna have something planned if the H100i doesn't work. I was just curious as to how much it would cost because I saw a kit on Frozen CPU for 150 bucks, and it looked like it came with everything minus tubing, so I was thinking of just ditching the AIOs all together and going custom because it didn't seem to be that much more epensive.

[RelentlessAF]

I do have an AIO right now, but I'm not very pleased with it. My Swiftech H220 has been nothing but annoying for me, so I have a H100i on the way. If that doesn't work out, then I'll send it back and probably just go the custom route. I just wanna have something planned if the H100i doesn't work. I was just curious as to how much it would cost because I saw a kit on Frozen CPU for 150 bucks, and it looked like it came with everything minus tubing, so I was thinking of just ditching the AIOs all together and going custom because it didn't seem to be that much more epensive.

Makes sense, but typically custom loops are a lot more expensive than they should be. However if you take your time it would be more reliable as well.

[Hank_Tech]

Makes sense, but typically custom loops are a lot more expensive than they should be. However if you take your time it would be more reliable as well.

Well thats why I was wondering how much a basic loop would be, lol. I see people spending like 30 bucks just for one fitting, and that stuff gets expensive. I just wanted to see if a basic loop would be for me yet, or if I should wait a bit until I can afford a better one.

[Goldilock]

Get custom loop kit?, really I can't think any way cheaper than this.

[Peopie]

I think the custom loop kits are probably the cheapest way to get everything you need. EK and Swiftech make some pretty high end ones, and I would say they are quite pricey. XSPC makes kits that I think are nicer on your wallet, but be sure to get the kit with either a DDC or a D5 pump.

[d33g33]

AIO, no such thing as a 'cheap' custom loop.

[Constantine]

I do have an AIO right now, but I'm not very pleased with it. My Swiftech H220 has been nothing but annoying for me, so I have a H100i on the way. If that doesn't work out, then I'll send it back and probably just go the custom route. I just wanna have something planned if the H100i doesn't work. I was just curious as to how much it would cost because I saw a kit on Frozen CPU for 150 bucks, and it looked like it came with everything minus tubing, so I was thinking of just ditching the AIOs all together and going custom because it didn't seem to be that much more epensive.

 

What was wrong with it? Noisy pump? If you wanted a cheap custom loop the Swiftech AIOs would be a start to build on since you'd only need a gpu waterblock and maybe an extra rad.

[Leonard]

So I am looking into building a custom loop CPU loop right now, and I was just wondering what a basic, entry level loop would run me. It can either be a DIY kit that I put together myself, or it can just be a list of parts. I am just kinda curious as to how much it would cost to build a basic CPU loop. Thanks!

I suspect you mean cheap but good and basic right? well the pricing can range from $170 - $260 with the ones closer to $260 being really good.