So I have an i3-4160 and would like an aftermarket air cooler. My case supports a max height of 150mm for the cooler. I might be upgrading to a Broadwell i5 sometime in the next year so I would like one that would do a good job on that CPU as well.
So far, I'm looking at CM tx3, Artic Freezer i11 (which I think is better than the Freezer 7 pro rev 2?), and Zalman cnps5x Performa all at about 20-22 USD.
Then there's the Scythe katana 4 at about 33USD and finally the Raijintek Aidos at 16USD. All these prices are on amazon, which is where I'll be making the purchase.
Which of these are the best at cooling for the price for the i3 and the 5th gen i5? I don't mind if it gets a little loud, as long as it's not a lawn mower sitting next to me.
And if anyone has any better alternative, those are welcome as well.
Thanks for any help!