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what cpu cpu cooler should i get?

Ofir aviel
By Ofir aviel
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hi there,

recently, my old cpu cooler's fan broke (its still runs, but its not cooling the cpu enough, the cpu gets to around 58 degrees

(this is my family's computer btw)

here is the specs:

CPU: Intel Core i7-4790

motherboard: Gigabyte GA-H87M-HD3

 

thank your for helping,

ofir aviel

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58 on idle isn't great but also isn't even close to dangerous. If you really feel the need to upgrade a classic choice is a Hyper 212 EVO, although I personally prefer the Cryorig H7. If you need something smaller, try a Noctua L9i or a Cryorig C7 (I've used all of these)

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What cooler is on the machine atm? as you may be able to just replace the fan.

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I have a Cryorig H7, and it performs very well. I did change the fan to something with higher static pressure, and only really changed temps about 1 degree. Then again, the room the rig is in is not ideal conditions. Maybe that has something to do with it.

 

More on point, if you're planning a full replace, the Cryorig H7 and be quiet! Dark Rock 3 series is a fine way to go for air coolers if you can't afford (or don't like) Noctua products.

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A lot of people Probably Still have the trusty Noctua D14 and that thing can be mounted on just about anything. I would use that for Airrrr. 

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On 3/22/2018 at 6:27 PM, Calidus said:

What cooler is on the machine atm? as you may be able to just replace the fan.

i am not actually sure what is that cooler

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13 hours ago, Ofir aviel said:

i am not actually sure what is that cooler

Can you post a photo of it?

What are your load temps and what were your temps before?

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