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Old 10-06-09   #1 (permalink)
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Helloo,

I have a new Coolermaster case and I am having some issues with fitting my Tuniq 120 into there. The problem is the height of the cooler pushing against the side of the case. It's a very "snug" fit to say the least.

I also think that the sheer size of the Tuniq is impairing my case's airflow - not to mention it shreds my hands every time I try to adjust something or re-seat the cooler.

Sooo... I am looking for a new CPU cooler, but don't really have much idea of what to get. Ideally I would want something which will perform on par with the Tuniq and happily cool my E6850 CPU without too much hassle. It also has to be silent as I cannot stand fan noise

I have been doing some research on what CPU to get, but there is so much out there, I would rather get some solid advice from people on here.

Also, price-wise, I don't want to spend more than £30 (~$30-40), so I'm afraid all the nice coolers, such as the TRUE are of course out of the question

Thanks
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The titan got great reviews is CPC, if you can stretch £3
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All pretty much out of his price range, its expensive in the UK
It is indeed my friend

I wouldn't mind spending more on a CPU cooler, but I've just spent money on a case, so I was looking for something a bit cheaper.

I shall have to shop around.

Any more suggestions are very welcome
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Why are people suggesting coolers that are taller than the Tuniq Tower? lol
If the Tuniq Tower at 153mm tall hits the sidepanel, what makes them think a 159mm Xigmatek DK will fit?

Maybe get a Xigmatek Nepartak or OCZ Vendetta (Not 2)

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Xigmatek SD-964
http://www.scan.co.uk/Products/Xigma...lus-Cpu-cooler

Xigmatek Nepartak
http://www.scan.co.uk/Products/Xigma...-K8-AM2-Cooler

Zalman CNPS9500
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