Worth trying a simple closed loop for CPU?

Sometimes I see a good offers for Corsair H55 or equivalent but I wonder if it's worth replacing my Thermalright Silver Arrow? I know that an expensive customer water loop is the way to go but while waiting, would a closed loop be an alternative?

It seems hard to choose a good one good cooler. One would assume that a 240mm rad like H110 should perform better than a 120mm rad but when I read user reviews, some post excellent temps and OCs with small cooler solutions like the H55.

What are your thoughts?

 

I would definitely recommend it over the AIO units you see out there, a small loop like you're suggesting isn't really that difficult to set up. You will see better temperatures than people get with most AIO units, and if you ever decided to expand to add in your GPU it wouldn't pose much of a problem. I'd recommend waiting until someone with a bit more experience with water setups can weigh in though, Veteran for example.

 

Thanks for the answer. Question is then, which AIO should I choose?

 

H105 if you dont have much room, or CM Nepton 280L.

Single solutions are kinda so so, its ok to certain point but bigger 240+ radiators will give you that extra edge by OC.

I own H90 with custom PP fans and yeah Im stuck at 4.7ghz 1.28v, 1.30v+ no go.. Would need stronger cooler.

 

Hah.

Totally misread the OP's post, thought he was interesting in putting together a small custom loop. I'm not keen on most of the AIO units personally, would rather go high end air.

 

Do the gpu as well....full loop

Cool Swedish air ideal for water temps..

 

Go for at LEAST a 240 rad. The 120 coolers will have issues keeping an OC'd Ivy Bridge processor cool.

If you've got plenty of room, the CM Glacer 240L is an excellent AIO cooler that's also expandable. The only downside is you need a good bit of clearance around the CPU socket.

 

Allright, looks like it's a no go for a 120mm and since 240s are so much more expensive then I suppose it's no use to even try a closed loop and instead keep saving for a full custom loop one day.

Thanks for all the answers.

 

swiftech h220x ftw

 

Is it available in EU yet?

 

What an impressive cooling solution. I'd also like to know when it's available in the EU.

 

Very nice looking cooler. The CM Glacer 240L is based off the old Swiftech H220. The H220X should perform better since the pump isn't attached to the water block.

 

i was told in 2 weeks or so

 

Might just get one. Wonder if the pump is D5 quality?