(DIY) Changing Stock HSF HELP!

[Newaccount1234]

Hi guys!

I'm posting this thread regarding the change of heatsink + fan.

Do i need to look at the whole rig to decide which HSF to go for? or I just need to know what processor/motherboard.

Currently looking at these HSF, cheap, small,quiet, Fits my red black them, would avoid tower HSF if possible. Got LED even better .Easy to get through LAZADA. If can get at SLS also can.


Deepcool HTPC-200 Low Profile CPU Cooler <- Is this fine?


My rig.

MSI H97 Gaming 3 + i5 4460
Avenix core 2x4gb ram
Crucial MX 100 256GB
WD blue 1tb
MSI GTX970 4GB armor edition
Super flower HX600w 80+Gold Semi modula PSU
NZXT h440

Thanks you in advance! You da best.

 

[Alternative X]

When considering a HSF, you consider these things:
-Socket compatibility
-CPU TDP support
-Casing clearances for HSF
-HSF performance

The Deepcool HTPC-200 is short enough that case clearances are no issue and since you don't do OC, the HTPC-200 is good enough to cool your CPU. Compatiable with Socket 1150 mobos.

However, it would be more prudent to spend a bit more on the Deepcool Gamerstorm Gabriel for $59 as it uses easier to find/replace 120mm fans instead of the 80mm fans on the HTPC-200 CPU cooler. Fans do eventually fail, you know.

Since you like red LEDs so much, can always get a CM Sickleflow or Deepcool Xfan 120mm red LED fans and strap one onto the Deepcool Gabriel.