280 AIO vs 360 AIO

[Armakar]

Is there much of a difference between 280 and 360 AIOs temperature wise? Could I shave off 5 or so degrees by going with, lets say a be quiet silent loop 360 over a kraken x62?

[SithBowman]

28 minutes ago, Armakar said:

Is there much of a difference between 280 and 360 AIOs temperature wise? Could I shave off 5 or so degrees by going with, lets say a be quiet silent loop 360 over a kraken x62?

I can't answer this using anecdotal or physical evidence, but in theory, the performance of a radiator is based on surface area that can be cooled down.

 

This can be increased by the FPI (Fins Per Inch) being higher, or the surface area of the entire radiator.

 

Based on surface area, the difference between a 280mm radiator and a 360mm radiator is relatively small (~10%, instead of ~35% for other size increases).

 

This means you're probably better off getting a good quality 280mm, rather than an average quality 360mm AIO.

[wildgg]

7 hours ago, Armakar said:

Is there much of a difference between 280 and 360 AIOs temperature wise? Could I shave off 5 or so degrees by going with, lets say a be quiet silent loop 360 over a kraken x62?

they would be about the same if the FPI of the rad is some what close.

 

also 2x 140mm fans would be pushing more air and be quieter.