View Full Version : Which one between this choices???
Cobra
11-03-2003, 03:57 PM
This are the best air cooling solutions available, which one should I use???
Volcano 7+
Volcano 11+
Volcano 12+
Aero 7+
AK-900S Silver Mountain
I want performance, I really don´t care how loud the cooler is.
Think
11-03-2003, 04:19 PM
I like this one:
http://www.bigfootcomputers.com/Merchant2/merchant.mv?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=1558HSTR&Category_Code=0005.60
jimmyang
11-03-2003, 04:22 PM
Thermalright SLK 900U or SLK 947U
or Zalman's line of flower series are not bad. Definitely not Volcanos or Aeros. Those are loud beast and don't cool as well as the SLK coupled with bigger but better cfm fans with low rpm. (not to mention silent. You'll learn to appreciate it)
jimmyang
11-03-2003, 04:24 PM
I read that it has a plus minus of 12'c compared to the stock heatsink at load if that's any help.
ON AMD
edit: Think's recommendation is also one of the best
notoriousformula
11-03-2003, 04:35 PM
I agree with Think, get the SP-94 or SLK-900 series, Fan: Vantec Tornado 92mm OR Tt's Smart fan.
Cheers!
Player0
11-03-2003, 04:35 PM
I just got the Zalman CNPS6500B-Cu. It looks really cool :)
Im not a fan of the Volcanos, but the SLK series gets my vote, as well as Swiftechs MCX4... series.
Depends on if you want power, quiet, or cheap tho.
Player0
11-03-2003, 04:36 PM
I want performance, I really don´t care how loud the cooler is.
Yes, yes you do care :) *voice of experience*
notoriousformula
11-03-2003, 04:44 PM
If you are looking for a cheap combo, Vantec Aeroflow is great choice, Great heatsink, TMD fan @ 5400RPM.
http://notoriousformula.no-ip.com/Link/Vantec%20aeroflow.jpg
Cobra
11-03-2003, 06:17 PM
I really wanted a Thermalright SLK 900U + Tornado...
The only problem is that it´s impossible to find in Rio de Janeiro and I can´t find a online store that has it 4 internacional shipping.
The other one that I can get:
7000A-CU
Reading this review:
http://www.a1-electronics.net/Heatsinks/2003/Zalman_7000A-Cu_Sept03.shtml
And many others, I am sure the Zalman is my best choice but the most expensive, since I am planning on getting T-Bred B or a Barton and O/C it, I thinking it's worth the cost...
notoriousformula
11-03-2003, 06:44 PM
hmm.. there are many online stores which will ship you cooling products.. try SideWinder Computers (http://www.sidewindercomputers.com/soccpucool.html) .. they Ship around the globe and have a great Reseller's rating Here (http://www.resellerratings.com/seller1982.html)
SLK-900A for $29.95..not bad..:)
About the Zalman Cooler, i think i saw it in Player0 Intel Rig(Front page review)..not sure if it will fit AMD boards (e.g A7N8X or NF7 series.)
Psynch
11-03-2003, 08:20 PM
You can also split the difference if you like "lighter" heat sinks like the Vantec Aeroflow. I use a Thermalrights SK7+ with a 5600RPM TMD fan just like the Vantec one. Works wonders, same all copper design, just smaller, no support screws needed either and it's not heavy for my mobo at all.
I wouldn't go with the aeroflow though, it's nice and all, but i've heard mixed feelings about it's "even dispersion" not working to what they claim it for.
It's worth to try some canadian stores too maybe, www.ncix.com is the best up here for e-shop.
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