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I looking forward to overclock my i5 3570k so I need a decent CPU cooler. I was planing on buying the 212 EVO but I got some extra cash over Thanksgiving so I got interested in the NH-D14 (it is on sale for around ~$65). I saw Linus review video and the thing is huge so I'm not too sure if the thing will even fit into my case.

 

I have a NZXT 210 case, ASRock Extreme 4 mobo, and G.Skill Sniper RAM. I not too worry about being able to close the side panel but the ram clearance that worry me. Or maybe the NH-D14 is a little overkill for an i5 3570k OC :D.

 

Recommendations, tips, or helps would be appreciated.

 

-Thank you for your time.

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http://www.bequiet.com/en/cpucooler/233'

Be Quite Dark Rock Pro 2!

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I got the Dark Rock Pro 2 on sale for $60 

Haha, we both posted the same thing at nearly the same time. 

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Peripherals : | MOUSE : Logitech G602 | KEYBOARD: K70 RGB (Cherry MX Brown) | NAS: Synology DS1515+  - WD RED 3TB X 5|ROUTER: AC68U

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The NH-D14 would fit.

Unless you need the small bump up in oc or mquieter operation, I wouldn't spend much more than the money for a 212 Evo.

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Zalman has some nice coolers for $60

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NH-U14S is also a great choice and is much better than a 212 evo even at the same size.

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The NH-D14 would fit.

Unless you need the small bump up in oc or mquieter operation, I wouldn't spend much more than the money for a 212 Evo.

Would push/pull config make the 212 Evo a little more quiet? If so, what a good fan to add with it?

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Would push/pull config make the 212 Evo a little more quiet? If so, what a good fan to add with it?

The 212 Evo is not really loud at all. I'd recommend seeing how it sounds before going and seeing if you need aftermarket fans.

If you ever need help with a build, read the following before posting: http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/3061-build-plan-thread-recommendations-please-read-before-posting/
Also, make sure to quote a post or tag a member when replying or else they won't get a notification that you replied to them.

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Zalman has some nice coolers for $60

NOPENOPENOPENOPENOPENOPENOPENOPENOPE NEVER GO ZALMAN Zalman CPU coolers have a stupid design that are different not for the sake of being improved, but for the sake of being different. They also have just.. Derpy mounting.

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