Hey everyone! I'm building a new PC and I've already picked out some components:
- **GPU:** PowerColor Radeon RX 9070 XT Reaper 16GB
- **CPU:** Ryzen 7 9850X3D
- **Motherboard:** MSI B850 Tomahawk Max
- **RAM:** Acer Predator Hermes RGB DDR5 48GB (24GBx2) 6000 CL28
I have storage sorted out with a 2TB Gen 4 NVMe, a 2TB HDD, and a 256GB SSD for Windows. What I still need are:
- A CPU cooler
- A case with good airflow and included fans
- A reliable PSU
I have a budget of around **£200–£250** for these three components. My main priorities are good thermal performance, reliability, value for money, and ideally, no need for additional fans. I'm open to either air cooling or AIO depending on what you think works best for this budget. What would you recommend for the best combination of cooling, quality, and price available in the UK right now? Thanks!
1 Answer
For your build, I'd recommend this setup:
- **CPU Cooler:** [Thermalright Frozen Prism ARGB Liquid CPU Cooler](https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/product/7Phv6h/thermalright-frozen-prism-argb-704-cfm-liquid-cpu-cooler-frozen-prism-360-black-argb) - £63.60
- **Case:** [Montech XR ATX Mid Tower Case](https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/product/fc88TW/montech-xr-atx-mid-tower-case-xr-b) - £49.99
- **Power Supply:** [Montech CENTURY II 1050 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply](https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/product/yJkqqs/montech-century-ii-1050-w-80-gold-certified-fully-modular-atx-power-supply-century-ii-1050w) - £99.98
That's roughly **£213.57** which fits your budget! You'll get solid cooling and good airflow.
I was considering the ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 360—how does that compare?