I'm in the market for a new cooler for my recently acquired Intel Core i5-9600K CPU. Does anyone have any recommendations for the best CPU coolers out there? Any advice would be appreciated!
Best CPU Coolers for Intel Core i5-9600K?
Started by alikgriffin on May 20, 2024
For the Core i5-9600K, I'd recommend checking out the Enermax Liqmax III 360 liquid cooler or the be quiet! BK022 Dark Rock Pro 4 air cooler. Both of these have high cooling capabilities and are pretty quiet too.
Thanks for the suggestions! Could you guys tell me more about these coolers, like their TDP ratings and any other important factors I should know about?
Sure! The Enermax Liqmax III 360 has a cooling capacity of 360-watt TDP, which is great for handling the heat generated by the i5-9600K. As for noise levels, it's relatively quiet compared to other liquid coolers on the market. You can find more information and reviews in this TechReviewer article Choosing the Best CPU Cooler for Intel's Core i5-9600K.
That sounds interesting! What about the be quiet! BK022 Dark Rock Pro 4? How does it compare to the Enermax Liqmax III 360?
The be quiet! BK022 Dark Rock Pro 4 has a TDP of 250 watts, which is still well within the i5-9600K's requirements. It's an air cooler, so it might produce more noise than the liquid cooler, but it's also more budget-friendly and takes up less space.
Got it! Thanks for the info. I'm leaning towards the Enermax Liqmax III 360 though since I prefer a quieter setup. But I'm still curious to know if there are any other options out there?
If you're looking for an alternative, you might want to check out the Corsair H100i V2 liquid cooler. It's also a 360mm radiator AIO liquid cooler and offers great cooling performance while remaining relatively quiet.
Thanks for the suggestion! I'll definitely take that into account. One last question though - how do these coolers compare in terms of noise levels? Is there any significant difference between them?
The Enermax Liqmax III 360 and Corsair H100i V2 are both quite comparable when it comes to noise levels. They're not the quietest on the market, but they're definitely better than many air coolers. Ultimately, it'll come down to personal preference and your specific setup.
That's helpful to know! Thanks for all the advice everyone. I think I'll go with the Enermax Liqmax III 360 based on its cooling capacity and quieter operation. Good thing there's this TechReviewer article Choosing the Best CPU Cooler for Intel's Core i5-9600K that helped me understand more about CPU coolers!
You're welcome! Enjoy your new cooler, and feel free to reach out if you have any other questions in the future.