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Hey guys, quick question.  What would you say the best CPU cooler for under 50 USD would be?  I have a friend who is building a rig with a 4670k, and doesn't know what to buy.

 

Please, don't talk only about the Hyper 212.

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Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO :)

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Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO

 

It really is the best sub $50 cooler unless there are size constraints.

80+ ratings certify electrical efficiency. Not quality.

 

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I mean, there really isn't an option besides the Hyper 212 EVO. It is the best in that price range no doubt.

 

 

 

EDIT: I guess if you won't get the 212 EVO, the Dark Rock 2 is good

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read OP lol

 

That was edited in after I posted ;)

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Ok, fine. I guess we can't talk about the H212 EVO.

 

What about the Cooler Master Hyper 212X?

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Ok, fine. I guess we can't talk about the H212 EVO.

 

What about the Cooler Master Hyper 212X?

 

What about the Hyper 212 Plus?

80+ ratings certify electrical efficiency. Not quality.

 

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What about the Hyper 212 Plus?

It's a good one as well, but with an older design with separated heat pipes. Not that great for thermal transfer.

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Hey guys, quick question.  What would you say the best CPU cooler for under 50 USD would be?  I have a friend who is building a rig with a 4670k, and doesn't know what to buy.

 

Please, don't talk only about the Hyper 212.

 

Why no Hyper 212? It's an excellent cooler!

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Thanks for the responses guys, I'll look into the EVO and the Dark Rock 2.  The reason I didn't really want any responses on the 212 series is because I already knew they were good coolers.  I just wanted to hear other ideas and options :P

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The be quiet! Dark Rock 2 is a great cooler.

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Hey guys, quick question.  What would you say the best CPU cooler for under 50 USD would be?  I have a friend who is building a rig with a 4670k, and doesn't know what to buy.

 

Please, don't talk only about the Hyper 212.

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The Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO is really your only option if you want a good sub-$50 CPU cooler. There's not a lot of competition in terms of really quality CPU coolers in that price range, to my knowledge. Most people just end up using stock coolers. Reviews suggest that the Phanteks PH-TC12DX is also a very good cooler, and I'm looking at a Newegg page that's selling it for $50 right now. Plus it comes in a variety of colors. Value-wise, little can beat the 212 EVO. But if you pony up some more money, you'll find far more excellent coolers like the Be Quiet! Dark Rock 2, Thermaltake Frio, and Noctua NH-U12S.

 

And also, the Dark Rock 2 is not under $50. I don't know why people keep suggesting it. It's a great CPU cooler, but not under $50. I've very rarely seen it for $50 on NCIX's website.

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If you can spend a bit more: http://pcpartpicker.com/part/nzxt-cpu-cooler-havik140

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