Robolon

Hello there...
 
As I could not find much about the combination of a i7-6700K + a Noctua L9i, due to having both available, I am creating this Thread...
So I paired the 6700K with a L9i and did some testing.
 
I am currently testing in open air.
This is my setup:
Mainboard: Gigabyte Z170X gaming 7 eu
CPU: i7-6700K
CPU Cooler: Noctua L9i
RAM: 1x Kingston 8GB 2133MHz + 1x Kingston 4GB 2133MHz
GPU: internal
Storage: KingDian S400 120GB
PSU: techsolo TP730
 
Some information about my component choice:
 - RAM: just some cheap RAM I bought used, because the 8GB RAM didn't arrive after 1 Week, I got a 4GB Stick. The 8GB Stick arrived later, so now I use both.
 - PSU: had that one lying around
 - GPU: the Internal GPU will do for testing, on open air even a powerful GPU won't make a difference.
 - Storage: well, some cheap SSD from amazon
 - CPU + Mainboard: I have upgraded my main PC to a X299 Platform and now these are collecting dust
 
I let every test run for about 30 minutes, because I think this is enough to saturate souch a small cooler.
I tested the CPU with AIDA64 and Intel XTU.
Keep in mind, AIDA64 stresses the CPU with 100% on all cores. This is a very unrealistic situation and might never happen in daily use.
Intel XTU does not stress the CPU that much and I think it is a more realistic load.
 
Here are my results:
4,0GHz Vcore = 1.35V:
- AIDA64: 100°C max, 100°C avg
- XTU: 77°C max, 69°C avg
- idle: 32°C
3,5GHz Vcore = 1,24V:
- AIDA64: 65°C max, 61°C avg
- XTU: 59°C max, 54°C avg
- idle: 30°C
 
The ambient temperature was consistent 21°C.
 
After seeing the AIDA64 Results, I decided to underclock the CPU to 3.5 just to see, what it would look like.
 
I have been thinking about using these components as a media PC.
If you know about a very small ATX Case for that mainboard, you can leave a comment (PSU size, and GPU compatibility doesn't matter, because I plan on using it with the internal GPU)
 
I hope someone can use this information.
 
Update 2017-10-22:
I have now installed the System into my deskt and connected it to the TV.
It is now in confined space, and I am running one Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200. The air is filtered, and I left all cooling settings at default.
There is only a small exhaust in the back and the PSU is set up, to support the Airflow. Cables are not managed yet.
I have attached a picture, so you can see, how it is installed.
 

 
I ran each Stress-Test for about two hours and here are my temps:
3.5GHz Vcore = 1.17V:
 - AIDA64: 63°C max, 58°C avg
 - XTU: 60°C max, 54°C avg
 - idle: 34°C
 
I think I will keep this setup as it is. (after doing some cable management)
 
Update 2017-10-22:
Today I reset the clock speed to the default while keeping the lower voltage setting and even going lower.
Here are my results:
 
4.0GHz Vcore = 1.19V:
- AIDA64: 69°C max, 64°C avg
- XTU: 63°C max, 58°C avg
- idle: not measured
 
4.0GHz Vcore = 1,14V:
- AIDA64: 65°C max, 58°C avg
- XTU: not tested
- idle: not measured
 
I have done no tests on 3.5GHz with the 1.14V setting, but I decided that I will use this setting.
 

Hello there...
 
As I could not find much about the combination of a i7-6700K + a Noctua L9i, due to having both available, I am creating this Thread...
So I paired the 6700K with a L9i and did some testing.
 
I am currently testing in open air.
This is my setup:
Mainboard: Gigabyte Z170X gaming 7 eu
CPU: i7-6700K
CPU Cooler: Noctua L9i
RAM: 1x Kingston 8GB 2133MHz + 1x Kingston 4GB 2133MHz
GPU: internal
Storage: KingDian S400 120GB
PSU: techsolo TP730
 
Some information about my component choice:
 - RAM: just some cheap RAM I bought used, because the 8GB RAM didn't arrive after 1 Week, I got a 4GB Stick. The 8GB Stick arrived later, so now I use both.
 - PSU: had that one lying around
 - GPU: the Internal GPU will do for testing, on open air even a powerful GPU won't make a difference.
 - Storage: well, some cheap SSD from amazon
 - CPU + Mainboard: I have upgraded my main PC to a X299 Platform and now these are collecting dust
 
I let every test run for about 30 minutes, because I think this is enough to saturate souch a small cooler.
I tested the CPU with AIDA64 and Intel XTU.
Keep in mind, AIDA64 stresses the CPU with 100% on all cores. This is a very unrealistic situation and might never happen in daily use.
Intel XTU does not stress the CPU that much and I think it is a more realistic load.
 
Here are my results:
4,0GHz Vcore = 1.35V:
- AIDA64: 100°C max, 100°C avg
- XTU: 77°C max, 69°C avg
- idle: 32°C
3,5GHz Vcore = 1,24V:
- AIDA64: 65°C max, 61°C avg
- XTU: 59°C max, 54°C avg
- idle: 30°C
 
The ambient temperature was consistent 21°C.
 
After seeing the AIDA64 Results, I decided to underclock the CPU to 3.5 just to see, what it would look like.
 
I have been thinking about using these components as a media PC.
If you know about a very small ATX Case for that mainboard, you can leave a comment (PSU size, and GPU compatibility doesn't matter, because I plan on using it with the internal GPU)
 
I hope someone can use this information.
 
Update 2017-10-22:
I have now installed the System into my deskt and connected it to the TV.
It is now in confined space, and I am running one Noctua NF-P14s redux-1200. The air is filtered, and I left all cooling settings at default.
There is only a small exhaust in the back and the PSU is set up, to support the Airflow. Cables are not managed yet.
I have attached a picture, so you can see, how it is installed.
 

 
I ran each Stress-Test for about two hours and here are my temps:
3.5GHz Vcore = 1.17V:
 - AIDA64: 63°C max, 58°C avg
 - XTU: 60°C max, 54°C avg
 - idle: 34°C
 
I think I will keep this setup as it is. (after doing some cable management)
 
Update 2017-10-22:
Today I reset the clock speed to the default while keeping the lower voltage setting and even going lower.
Here are my results:
 
4.0GHz Vcore = 1.19V:
- AIDA64: 69°C max, 64°C avg
- XTU: 63°C max, 58°C avg
- idle: not measured
 
4.0GHz Vcore = 1,14V:
- AIDA64: 65°C max, 58°C avg
- XTU: not tested
- idle: not measured
 
I have done no tests on 3.5GHz with the 1.14V setting, but I decided that I will use this setting.
 

running out in the open, I could hear it well, but it is not running to loud. I think the Intel boexed of my 4770K was louder. Inside a case, it sould not be a problem.
EDIT: Yes I was undervolting while underclocked. I will edit the main article to include the voltages.
I set the voltage to 1.25V in the BIOS, CPU-Z says the voltage was @1.24V
The fan was running @2300 RPM under load and @1500 RPM in idle.

I originally had a 12s on my 6700k. It left something to be desired, so I've upgraded to a D14. 
 
How was cooling performance with the L9i? My D14 is 100% satisfactory.
 
I would have elected to go with the D15, but the D14 is the biggest Noctua cooler compatible with my case, phanteks p400.

1. You will need a crimper for all terminals you plan to crimp. I personally favor engineer crimper ((PA or PAD versions) since it does the best job at crimping without buying the officially Molex ones. The MDPC-X crimper will also do a good job.
Here is all the tools I have (You will not need everything I have listed)
- Crimper
- Wire Cutter
- Flush cutter
- a bunch of lighters
- Heatshrink (Even if you plan to do heatshrinkless cables)
- Sleeving (duh)
- Wiring (I favor 16 AWG 2mm, 2.4mm wiring can be used too, It gets a bit more difficult to get the wiring inside the connector)
- Connectors (I only use JMT brand (Requires importing, Since all sleeving shops in US only sell the HWT brand and there mediocre at best or you can buy official Molex version)
- Soldering Iron (For the 24 Pin ATX & all the double Wires). I do not suggest double crimping the wires, since it more difficult to get them inside the connector & removes some cable comb options.
- Soldering Wire (I use Kester Brand with 0.31")
- Helping Hand device (To hold the wiring while you solder)
2. There called Mini Fit Jr. (Link: http://www.molex.com/molex/products/datasheet.jsp?part=active/0039000090_CRIMP_TERMINALS.xml)
3. You can buy everything minus a few tools from singularitycomputers.com. It's where I bought all my sleeving items from & had them imported to US. There one few shops that sell JMT connectors & terminals.
4. Since you use AUD dollar, it's going to be different since I would be giving you a US dollar amount. Head over to singularitycomputers.com & add everything to the cart & you will get a rough estimate of the cost.
 
It will cost some money, the end product will always be much higher quality then some cable kit that is mass produced.
 
You might also want to check my one Build Log(Project Frost), Since every cable is created from scratch.

I have a Corsair K65 and the media keys work in game on Spotify.

yes, great quality, yes the acrylic is easily scratchable. typical asetek AIO it can be mounted in the front and prolly best layout than roof mounted. should be long enough with 326mm long tubing. dual 360 is tight, but can be done
 

source: http://www.overclock.net/t/1584943/build-log-star-wars-inspired-define-s-build/0_30

Ok, thanks for that reply. I think I'll stick with the noctua Fans. I can put any LED strip in the case

Also a warning as haswell refresh cpus like the i3 4150 sometimes may not work on b85, h81,h87 or z87 boards. These boards out of the box support haswell cpus but have to have their bios updated in order to work with haswell refresh cpus. Get an i3 4130 (no difference in performance between it and the 4150) to ensure that it will work out of the box