I'm looking for recommendations on water coolers for my Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor. Currently, I'm using an NZXT Kraken 360 v1, but I'm curious if there are better options available. What do you all suggest?
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Any 240mm AIO cooler should work fine with the 9800X3D since it doesn't run too hot. Just pick one that looks good with your build!
You'll want to avoid the NZXT AIOs for this chip—they just don’t perform well. Instead, look into options like Lian Li's Galahad II Lite or the new Nautilus RS line from Corsair. Those do much better!
I’ve found the ID-COOLING FX240 to be a solid budget choice that works surprisingly well!
I think Thermalright coolers are also a great bet, offering good performance for the price.
You should check out the be quiet! Silent Loop 3 420. I'm really happy with mine! I almost picked the NZXT Kraken but decided on the be quiet one because it blends well with my other fans.
The Arctic Liquid Freezer III is one of the best water coolers you can get for this CPU. It keeps the temps low even under heavy load! I've had a great experience with mine.
Agreed! I have the same combo and during intense tasks, I rarely see temps above 60 degrees.
I bought one too and can't recall it ever going above 70, even with heavy usage.
I use a Thermalright Frozen Infinity 360 and it keeps my 9800X3D nice and cool. It idles around 45 degrees, even in warmer weather! Plus, it has a neat screen to display temps.
Exactly! The aesthetics matter too—go for whatever matches your setup best.