Pros: Cheap Cheap Cheap!!! GREAT TEMPS!!
Cons: TIM Application, Stock TIM
This is certainly one of those coolers that you have to look at twice, it may not look all that great and because it's cheap that may deter you, HOWEVER, this little cooler does a fantastic job!!!
If your looking for a cheap cooler for lets say a Sandy Bridge rig and ain't looking for extreme overclocks then this is the one for you!!
4.5ghz for sandybridge shouldn't be a problem with that cooler. Here's an example of what the 212+ can do at 4.7ghz (your results may vary, TIM application and ambient temps):
2500k - http://www.overclock.net/15496849-post5039.html
2600k with Hyper threading - http://www.overclock.net/15236863-post4532.html
One last thing, I did mention that it's not for extreme overclocks, well how about being a little brave and applying some sand paper on that cooler??? Lapping the cooler can a daunting task however it is one that will definitely improve temps!!!
Lapped 212+ - 2500k @ 4.9ghz http://www.overclock.net/14883324-post3678.html
See what I mean???
This little cooler is a beast and one that I recommend for people that are on a budget!!
If your looking for a cheap cooler for lets say a Sandy Bridge rig and ain't looking for extreme overclocks then this is the one for you!!
4.5ghz for sandybridge shouldn't be a problem with that cooler. Here's an example of what the 212+ can do at 4.7ghz (your results may vary, TIM application and ambient temps):
2500k - http://www.overclock.net/15496849-post5039.html
2600k with Hyper threading - http://www.overclock.net/15236863-post4532.html
One last thing, I did mention that it's not for extreme overclocks, well how about being a little brave and applying some sand paper on that cooler??? Lapping the cooler can a daunting task however it is one that will definitely improve temps!!!
Lapped 212+ - 2500k @ 4.9ghz http://www.overclock.net/14883324-post3678.html
See what I mean???
This little cooler is a beast and one that I recommend for people that are on a budget!!
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