CPU coolers

Which Cooler Should I Choose for a Ryzen 7 9800X3D?

I'm upgrading to an AM5 system with a Ryzen 7 9800X3D and need help choosing a cooler. I'm considering the Noctua NH-D15 G2, NH-U12A, or the LC1 240…

Is the NZXT T120 enough for a Ryzen 7 5800X, or should I get the Noctua NH-U12A?

I'm building a PC with a Ryzen 7 5800X and currently have two air coolers available: the Noctua NH-U12A, priced at about $45, and the NZXT T120, which…

Is an Eight-Year-Old 120mm AIO Cooler Still Worth Buying?

My HP Omen is overheating, and I've seen tutorials showing people install a Corsair H60 AIO cooler. I found a supposedly brand-new H60 for $25, but it appears…

What cooler should I get for a Ryzen 7 9800X3D?

I'm finishing up a few remaining upgrades after moving to an AM5 platform and upgrading my graphics card. My system now uses a Ryzen 7 9800X3D, but it's…

Should I replace my Ryzen 7 7700’s Wraith Prism with an Arctic Freezer 36?

I have a fairly basic Ryzen 7 7700 system and don't usually change settings or overclock. The included Wraith Prism cooler works, but it can be noisy, and…

Is the Arctic Freezer 36 a worthwhile upgrade from the Wraith Prism?

I'm using a Ryzen 7 7700 with the included AMD Wraith Prism cooler. I don't change settings or overclock, and the cooler keeps the CPU within its normal…

Best CPU, cooler, PSU, and storage choices for a €2,000 1440p gaming and productivity PC

I'm planning to build a PC in Serbia with a budget of around €2,000. It will be used for 1440p gaming, including Red Dead Redemption 2 at optimized…

What’s a good budget cooler for a Ryzen 7 5800X3D?

I'm currently using a Ryzen 7 5700X with the AMD stock cooler. Temperatures are usually around 45–85°C, although it occasionally gets hotter than I'd like. I'm planning to…

What’s the difference between these three Thermalright CPU coolers?

I'm comparing the Thermalright Burst Assassin 120 SE ARGB, Thermalright Assassin X 120 SE, and Thermalright Assassin X 120R SE. They all appear to be single-tower air coolers,…

What’s the difference between these Thermalright CPU coolers?

I'm comparing three single-tower Thermalright air coolers: the Burst Assassin 120 SE ARGB, the Assassin X 120 SE, and the Assassin X 120R SE. I'm mainly interested in…

What air cooler should I use with a Ryzen 7 5800X3D?

I recently upgraded to a Ryzen 7 5800X3D and am still using the AM4 platform because an AM5 upgrade is outside my budget right now. My current EK-AIO…

Is the Dark Rock 5 Enough for a Ryzen 7 9800X3D?

Has anyone paired a be quiet! Dark Rock 5, or another single-tower air cooler, with a Ryzen 7 9800X3D? I recently replaced an AIO with a Dark Rock…

Is a 360mm AIO Worth It If a Good Air Cooler Can Handle the CPU?

I'm putting together a new gaming PC and am having a harder time choosing a CPU cooler than expected. The processor I'm considering doesn't seem especially demanding, and…

Why Are So Many PC Parts Missing or Showing No Prices Right Now?

I was checking parts on PCPartPicker and noticed that many Thermalright CPU coolers had suddenly disappeared from normal U.S. retailer listings. They're still easy to find by searching…

Should I use an air cooler or an AIO for a Ryzen 5 5600X?

I'm planning to replace my Intel i5-9500 with a Ryzen 5 5600X. Would a regular air cooler be sufficient, or is it worth replacing it with an all-in-one…

Should I choose the Ryzen 7 7800X3D or 9800X3D for my gaming PC?

I'm upgrading from a Ryzen 5 7500F and currently have an RTX 4070 Ti Super, 32 GB of RAM, a Seasonic Gold 850W power supply, and a Thermalright…

What's the Difference in Performance and Noise Between Be Quiet Pure Rock 3 PRO and Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE for Ryzen 5 5600?

I'm curious about how the Be Quiet Pure Rock 3 PRO and the Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE compare in terms of performance and noise levels when used…