Cooling with 2600k

[avanteguard50]

Hello, I'm working on getting a list of parts for my first build and I was wondering if I should include an aftermarket cooler for the processor. I have heard that the one that comes with the 2600k is not very good. Thanks in advance to anyone who can help me with this.

 

[plexguy]

If you plan to OC your CPU, look into a cooler. Stock won't do it. Corsair H60 is a pretty good one.

 

[booklost]

I'm just finishing my build, I used the Antec Kuhler h20 and my 2500K is currently sitting at about 26 Celsius for what it's worth. It's a bit of a pain to install but was quite worth it.

 

[avanteguard50]

Awesome thanks, I'll take a look at both of those.

 

[joarce]

Researching my first build, so I have no firsthand experience ... but I have been reading good things about the 212+ for limited spaces:

http://www.amazon.com/Cooler-Master-Hyp ... pd_sim_e_6

as well as the Noctua which requires more room:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.a ... 6835608018

Keep us updated on what you decide and share your build!

 

[powerpcg5]

Using a Noctua... very quiet.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.a ... 6835608014

o/c to 4.692 Ghz

 

[avanteguard50]

Alright thanks I'll take a look at the Noctua and the 212+. the loudness of coolers is not as big of a concern for me as I am very used to hearing my computer run (I was using a PPC G3 tower for a while, a rather noisy machine)