Heatsink and Fan

[lifesajrny]

Can anybody recommend a heatsink and fan (I prefer to shop from Newegg) for my Intel 3.0C processor to keep it cooler while encodeing?
I'm currently useing the stock heatsink and fan that came packaged with the processor.
Thanks!

[redwudz]

Depends on how warm it is running at the present.

Check the noise ratings carefully. Cooler is sometimes nosier. Look for a CPU cooler with a larger diameter fan than doesn't run high RPMs. Some of them are 5000 RPM and can have a irritating whine. Make sure you have good airflow in your case also. Add a case fan if needed.

I like models from Thermaltake, but others have their favorites.

[lifesajrny]

Thanks redwudz, there are so many different models to choose from.
I have a Inwin case with proper air flow, and your right, maybe add another case fan!
Do cables make any differance?

[redwudz]

Cables? I use the round IDE cables as I got tired of folding and positioning the flat cables. They can impede the airflow in a crowded case. My new computer has SATA and the small cables are really nice.

For case fans, I like at least one intake fan, preferably in front of the harddrives. Exhaust fans help also, but your power supply will suck some of the heat out. If your MB has the capability to check the temps from the MB, you can see how much heat is in the case. Or just stick your hand in there for a easy test to see how warm it is.

If your case temps are high, then more cooling is needed. At least better circulation.

I use AMD processors, that's why I'm not recommending a particular CPU cooler, but others should be able to give you some suggestions.

[glockjs]

thermalright xp90 or xp120 if you wanna shell out a little cash. if you wanna go cheap just look for something all copper. as far as a fan goes look for a company called delta. if not delta, i also like antec pro's.

[Soopafresh]

glockjs' recommendation is a good one. You'll need to get a fan for it.


Recently discussed...

https://www.videohelp.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=262927

[rallynavvie]

I'm still a fan of the Swiftechs. I also tend to buy fans and heatsinks seperate as they each have different jobs. The heatsink is the easy part, the fan is where the cooling efficiency vs. noise output comes into play. I run medium speed Panaflows on mine as I'm only planning on mild overclocking. If you've got a Prescott P4 and don't plan on overclocking I'd recommend that same setup.

[Solarjetman]

I really like my Zalman
http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=35-118-119&depa=0

It is super quiet and My CPU is usually 40-50C (overclocked just a tad). A word of warning though. This thing is BIG. And to get that through I'll say it agian. It is BIG. This is not a good choice if you move your PC alot. But if its like mine and is stationary, This thing is great.

I also cannot hear it at full speed. The fan is much larger than most so spins at a lower RPM to move the same amount of air.

[greymalkin]

my vote is for the XP-90. Newegg has it for 36 bucks. I was hitting temps of about 160F when doing encodes with a solid copper heatsink/Fan combo. I got the XP-90 and at full video crunching load it barely breaches 130F. I paired it with a 92mm fan.

I also have the 3.0ghz P4 (800mhz FSB) and i hear it is a beast when it comes to heat.

[erdons]

You definetely need to get some arctic silver 5.

[greymalkin]

yeah... i thought my sensor was just reading wrong or something..I hear people saying they get their computer under 100F and I just dont know how...I've got 2 80mm exhaust fans and the huge xp-90...I used the thermalright paste that came with the xp-90 and swiped a thin layer over the processor...then kinda rubbed the heatsink on it to spread/thin it out some more...i just don't know what else to do! do you think the arctic silver will make that much of a difference? At least now I'm not worried it's going to burn up while i'm doing the heavy video work...

[Solarjetman]

yeah... i thought my sensor was just reading wrong or something..I hear people saying they get their computer under 100F and I just dont know how...
...
do you think the arctic silver will make that much of a difference?

I would seriously doubt that anyone has it running that cool. They are blowing smoke. Or smoking blow . Or they are not taxing the CPU very much.

The silver 5 may help by a degree or two, but I don't think it would be worth the trouble. the generic paste is probably sufficent. I would leave well enough alone.

[rallynavvie]

Another option if you're really trying to get the best cooling efficiency from your CPU is to get a lapping kit and lap your heatsink die and your IHF.



Or remove your IHF completely and lap the die of your processor.



Get your lapping kits here:
http://www.easypckits.com/

[Delerious]

yeah... i thought my sensor was just reading wrong or something..I hear people saying they get their computer under 100F and I just dont know how...
...
do you think the arctic silver will make that much of a difference?

I would seriously doubt that anyone has it running that cool. They are blowing smoke. Or smoking blow . Or they are not taxing the CPU very much.

The silver 5 may help by a degree or two, but I don't think it would be worth the trouble. the generic paste is probably sufficent. I would leave well enough alone.

Mine idles around 30 C. It goes to 40-41C on an 8 hour (or more) encode.
My biggest help is ambient being around 25C.