Mehdi

I currently have a 8800gts 640meg (g80) and will more then likely be swapping to the g92 shortly. With that said, I've also been looking to step into the water cooling scene, as I figure... instead of investing in air, I should just jump immediately to water.

With that said, I pretty much know that I want a D-tek Fusion block for my CPU. However, what I'm not sure about is whether or not to hold on with GPU cooling or not. Specifically, what is holding me back is when I see $100 blocks for the 8 series, and then notice that the 9 series has it's own block for the same price. Are blocks usually this expensive, or am I just looking at the over priced ones? While at the same time, from generation to generation, do these blocks really need to be replaced?

On a side note, do you think it logically makes sense for me to go straight for a 480gtx, so I don't have to incur the costs of going from a 2fan to a 4fan rad in the future? Since the radiator, and correct me if i am wrong, is probably the most future proof piece of the pie.

thx

mega_option101

I would look into the Swiftech MCW60 water block. You'll only need to get some RAM sinks but at least it won't cost $100

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DuckieHo

Full coverage blocks are usually $100-140 will fit on only one type of card. Each card is layed out differently so those blocks are custom designed. GPU-only blocks are usually $50-80 and generally universal. You may have to get a different mounting bracket but can be used on virtually all GPUs. The Swiftech MCW60 can be used on almost any GPU in the last 5 years. The only downside to GPU-only blocks is that you will need separate memory and VRM heatsinks.

I would recommend the MCW60 over FuZionGPU from personal experience. The FuZionGPU is much more restrictive for only a slight performance gain. Also, the MCW60 has a studier mount, easier to mount, and barbs have better clearance.

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Mehdi

You two just made me a very happy happy man. I think it may be time to invest in a 480gtx, the MCW60, D-Tek Fusion and all the extras *dance*

DuckieHo

Definitely get the MCW60 if you plan on running a loop with two of them plus CPU block.

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To answer most of your questions: (1) a fridge cannot cool a PC (2) 64-bit OS for over 3.4GB (3) If a PCIe card fits, it will work (4) Resolution, not screen size (5) If you have a question, it is not news (6) Report, not respond to Spam (7) Single/Non-Modular Rail PSUs are NOT better than Multi-Rail/Modular