Better/Quieter heatsink for my cpu...

Drakon · Jul 1, 2004, 06:38 AM

Hey gang, do any of u have any GOOD suggestions for a new heatsink for my athlon xp 2700? the stock heatsink doesn't do a good job of keeping the temps down, plus it's the noisest fan in my rig. Of course i've never seen the temps go above 55 C under load, but I always say when it comes to temps, lower is always better...

So i am looking for a better/quieter replacement for it. Also for any of the heatsinks u guys suggest, do they come with very good instructions of installing it properly? Thanks for any help, guys...

riles9262 · Jul 1, 2004, 06:50 AM

Thermalright h/s (couple with a smartfan or something) are the best there is, but youre gonna pay. Maybe look for a coolermaster aero for something that performs decently and is quiet and cheaper.

**dj_stick** · Jul 1, 2004, 06:54 AM

the aero 7+ is quite nice

Drakon · Jul 1, 2004, 06:58 AM

uhmmm thanks for the suggestions, guys. do u have any pics of those heatsinks and do they come with detailed instructions?

**dj_stick** · Jul 1, 2004, 11:20 AM

afaik instructions are pretty good, and it cost me $50AUâ€¦ not sure how much you would pay in the US

Drakon · Jul 12, 2004, 01:35 AM

hey gang, sorry to bring an old thread back from the dead, but i didn't want to create a new one. anyways i've been looking and reading about the SP-97 by ThermalRight the reviews seem to recommend this heatsink for amd cpu's. first would any of u recommend buying this heatsink for my athlon xp 2700+? has anyone used this heatsink before? also what fan do u recommend i use with it? i want a fan that's quiet, but yet cools really good. thanks for any suggestions...

**dj_stick** · Jul 12, 2004, 02:36 AM

that is one of the best heatsinks available

riles9262 · Jul 12, 2004, 02:42 AM

That is one of the premier heatsinks. I would recommend it. Couple it with a good fan, like a smartfan 2.

Necrosis · Jul 12, 2004, 02:58 AM

You'll probably want to get a 92mm fan to keep it as quiet as possible. I'd say one of the Zalman's would do nicely.

Drakon · Jul 12, 2004, 05:24 AM

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Originally posted by Necrosis
You'll probably want to get a 92mm fan to keep it as quiet as possible. I'd say one of the Zalman's would do nicely.

hmmm, ok thanks for the info, necrosis. i will check it out...

Necrosis · Jul 12, 2004, 05:34 AM

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Originally posted by Drakon
hmmm, ok thanks for the info, necrosis. i will check it out...

Welcome. Don't forget also get some decent thermal grease; you'll also have to download the instructions off Thermaltakes's site. Just make sure you take your time installing this sink.

Drakon · Jul 12, 2004, 06:44 AM

as far as the zalman fan for it, i only saw this on newegg. at normal speed the fan noise is still noticable though, would like to get something a lil quieter... i also found this from vantec, the specs say it's quiet, but what worries me is the airflow seems a lil low...

Necrosis · Jul 12, 2004, 01:28 PM

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Originally posted by Drakon
as far as the zalman fan for it, i only saw this on newegg. at normal speed the fan noise is still noticable though, would like to get something a lil quieter... i also found this from vantec, the specs say it's quiet, but what worries me is the airflow seems a lil low...

The Zalman isn't that loud to be honest. I'm using the same setup to cool my viddy card down. However, I'm not even using the included in-line resistor to limit the voltage on the fan. Hmm.. I think you may want something that you can adjust to your liking. Say something like this: http://www.crazypc.com/Merchant2/mer...uct_Code=56261

Lowfat · Jul 15, 2004, 01:07 AM

I have a Thermaltake Volcano 11+ and its nice and quite when the load is low, but loud as hell @ 4800 rpms.

krazy1 · Jul 15, 2004, 01:13 AM

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Originally posted by Drakon
Hey gang, do any of u have any GOOD suggestions for a new heatsink for my athlon xp 2700? the stock heatsink doesn't do a good job of keeping the temps down, plus it's the noisest fan in my rig. Of course i've never seen the temps go above 55 C under load, but I always say when it comes to temps, lower is always better... So i am looking for a better/quieter replacement for it. Also for any of the heatsinks u guys suggest, do they come with very good instructions of installing it properly? Thanks for any help, guys...

I have a Thermalright SLK-900U with a ThermallTake SmartFan 2 (80mm) on my 2500+ which is OCed to 3000+. My temps under full load are 37C with a room temp of 25C. My temps at idle are 32C with the same room temp. The ThermalTake SmartFan 2 is nice and quiet and adjusts it speed according to temperature. I have used it now for over 1 1/2 years with out any trouble. I HIGHLY recomend this set up to any one who wants great, quiet cooling with air.

Drakon · Jul 15, 2004, 03:36 AM

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Originally posted by krazy1
I have a Thermalright SLK-900U with a ThermallTake SmartFan 2 (80mm) on my 2500+ which is OCed to 3000+. My temps under full load are 37C with a room temp of 25C. My temps at idle are 32C with the same room temp. The ThermalTake SmartFan 2 is nice and quiet and adjusts it speed according to temperature. I have used it now for over 1 1/2 years with out any trouble. I HIGHLY recomend this set up to any one who wants great, quiet cooling with air.

hmmm, thanks for the info, krazy1. i want to find a really efficient and quiet fan before i buy the heatsink. btw does the smart fan ever get really noisy?

krazy1 · Jul 15, 2004, 05:10 AM

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Originally posted by Drakon
hmmm, thanks for the info, krazy1. i want to find a really efficient and quiet fan before i buy the heatsink. btw does the smart fan ever get really noisy?

No it stays pretty quiet. Mine has never gone up to full speed (4800 RPM, 48db). The highest I have seen mine go is 3400RPM it is pretty quiet. If my wife doesn't complain then it can't be that bad.

Lchevy79 · Jul 15, 2004, 06:50 AM

well im useing a valcano 9 with coolmod on my 2800xp + it stays pretty cool with a 3000 rpm fan on it because i broke the origional by the way i used antec silver 3 thermal grease
(46c idal 49c loaded)

Drakon · Jul 16, 2004, 01:47 AM

ok gang, i got some choices on which fan i am going to combine with the sp-97 heatsink.
ThermalTake Smart Fan 2 with "Cool Mod"

OR
Antec 92mm SmartCool Thermally Controlled Fan

OR
Enermax 90mm Cooling Fan

Which one of the 3 above do u think would be best with the SP-97 heatsink?

Lchevy79 · Jul 16, 2004, 05:12 AM

THE COOL MOD IS OK BUT FOR IT TO WORK YOU HOOK THE LIGHTS INTO YOUR MOTHERBOARD HARDRIVE led CONNECTOR. JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW THAT

Vampyromaniac · Jul 16, 2004, 05:20 AM

easy on the Caps Lock

Jul 1, 2004, 06:38 AM	#1
Drakon DriverHeaven Extreme Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Floatin'... Posts: 4,957 Rep Power: 0	Better/Quieter heatsink for my cpu... Hey gang, do any of u have any GOOD suggestions for a new heatsink for my athlon xp 2700? the stock heatsink doesn't do a good job of keeping the temps down, plus it's the noisest fan in my rig. Of course i've never seen the temps go above 55 C under load, but I always say when it comes to temps, lower is always better... So i am looking for a better/quieter replacement for it. Also for any of the heatsinks u guys suggest, do they come with very good instructions of installing it properly? Thanks for any help, guys...

Jul 1, 2004, 06:50 AM	#2
riles9262 Driverheaven brewmaster Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: British Columbia, Canada Posts: 4,842 Rep Power: 72 System Specs	Thermalright h/s (couple with a smartfan or something) are the best there is, but youre gonna pay. Maybe look for a coolermaster aero for something that performs decently and is quiet and cheaper. __________________ A beer a day keeps the doctor away.

Jul 12, 2004, 02:42 AM	#8
riles9262 Driverheaven brewmaster Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: British Columbia, Canada Posts: 4,842 Rep Power: 72 System Specs	That is one of the premier heatsinks. I would recommend it. Couple it with a good fan, like a smartfan 2. __________________ A beer a day keeps the doctor away.

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Lchevy79 -=[DHzer0point Team]=- Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 725 Rep Power: 0	well im useing a valcano 9 with coolmod on my 2800xp + it stays pretty cool with a 3000 rpm fan on it because i broke the origional by the way i used antec silver 3 thermal grease (46c idal 49c loaded) __________________ msi K7N2 delta2-AMD 2800xp@2083-1gig of pc2700ram -ati x850xt 256mb -Audigy mp3+ - 1 80gig maxtor 8mb and 1 250gig 16mb maxtor -48x24x48 buslink burner-and a lite on 4x +/- dvd burner xp home samsung lcd (19") 930b monitor

Jul 16, 2004, 05:12 AM	#20
Lchevy79 -=[DHzer0point Team]=- Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 725 Rep Power: 0	THE COOL MOD IS OK BUT FOR IT TO WORK YOU HOOK THE LIGHTS INTO YOUR MOTHERBOARD HARDRIVE led CONNECTOR. JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW THAT __________________ msi K7N2 delta2-AMD 2800xp@2083-1gig of pc2700ram -ati x850xt 256mb -Audigy mp3+ - 1 80gig maxtor 8mb and 1 250gig 16mb maxtor -48x24x48 buslink burner-and a lite on 4x +/- dvd burner xp home samsung lcd (19") 930b monitor

Jul 1, 2004, 06:58 AM	Thread Starter #4
Drakon DriverHeaven Extreme Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Floatin'... Posts: 4,957 Rep Power: 0	uhmmm thanks for the suggestions, guys. do u have any pics of those heatsinks and do they come with detailed instructions?

Jul 12, 2004, 01:35 AM	Thread Starter #6
Drakon DriverHeaven Extreme Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Floatin'... Posts: 4,957 Rep Power: 0	hey gang, sorry to bring an old thread back from the dead, but i didn't want to create a new one. anyways i've been looking and reading about the SP-97 by ThermalRight the reviews seem to recommend this heatsink for amd cpu's. first would any of u recommend buying this heatsink for my athlon xp 2700+? has anyone used this heatsink before? also what fan do u recommend i use with it? i want a fan that's quiet, but yet cools really good. thanks for any suggestions...

Jul 12, 2004, 02:58 AM	#9
Necrosis HardwareHeaven Extreme Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Ohio Posts: 8,838 Rep Power: 131 System Specs	You'll probably want to get a 92mm fan to keep it as quiet as possible. I'd say one of the Zalman's would do nicely.

Jul 12, 2004, 06:44 AM	Thread Starter #12
Drakon DriverHeaven Extreme Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Floatin'... Posts: 4,957 Rep Power: 0	as far as the zalman fan for it, i only saw this on newegg. at normal speed the fan noise is still noticable though, would like to get something a lil quieter... i also found this from vantec, the specs say it's quiet, but what worries me is the airflow seems a lil low...

Jul 15, 2004, 01:07 AM	#14
Lowfat Xtreme Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Grande Prairie, AB, Can Posts: 4,254 Rep Power: 101	I have a Thermaltake Volcano 11+ and its nice and quite when the load is low, but loud as hell @ 4800 rpms.

Jul 16, 2004, 01:47 AM	Thread Starter #19
Drakon DriverHeaven Extreme Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Floatin'... Posts: 4,957 Rep Power: 0	ok gang, i got some choices on which fan i am going to combine with the sp-97 heatsink. ThermalTake Smart Fan 2 with "Cool Mod" OR Antec 92mm SmartCool Thermally Controlled Fan OR Enermax 90mm Cooling Fan Which one of the 3 above do u think would be best with the SP-97 heatsink?

Jul 16, 2004, 05:20 AM	#21
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