I really can't decide what I should do. I've ordered a system which includes a phenom II 965 BE (C3), and had decided that since I'm not planning to OC right away, that the box cooler would be fine for me. I don't really know how hot these processors run or how well the stock fan works, though. I really can't decide if i should go ahead and order a cooler. I don't really want to have to wait for it to get here, as my system will be arriving today and tomorrow, but it would be nice to have. If I ordered one, I think I might go with the noctua NH-C12P SE14... http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835608019&cm_re=noctua-_-35-608-019-_-Product What do you guys think?? Worth the wait??
Depends on your cash situation. The stock cooler will do while you're not OC'ing, but a Nocuta is always nice to have .
... any suggestions on trying to find one locally that I could pick up?? If i could get one and not have to wait, then there would be no downside... well, besides the cash.
Is it one of these? If so, no, you won't need an aftermarket unless you're overclocking. AMD packs some of the highest-end stock heatsinks there are.
I recommend cooler master hyper 212+, not very loud. Enough to keep the temp safe and not break the bank. At default clock my 955 be with stock cooler idle at 41c and load at 57c (OCCTPT). With cooler master idle at 35C and load at 49C. Room temp ware 25C. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835103065&Tpk=cooler master 212
