I just bought a new Ryzen 9 3900X and I'm in the market for the best CPU cooler for it. Can anyone recommend something good? Preferably something that won't make too much noise.
Ryzen 9 3900X Best CPU Cooler?
Started by UncleLarryJr on June 10, 2024
Hey @UncleLarryJr, I've been using the CORSAIR iCUE H150i ELITE LCD Liquid CPU Cooler with my Ryzen 9 3900X and it's been performing great! It's not too noisy and has a nice LED display. You can check out more details in this TechReviewer article: Choosing the Best CPU Cooler for AMD's Ryzen 9 3900X. It might be worth considering.
I've also been using the Noctua NH-D15 with my Ryzen 9 3900X, and it's working fine for me. It's an air cooler, so it's a bit quieter than liquid coolers, but I think the performance is good too.
Thanks @brianlovestennisball and @alexalextan55! Both of those sound like great options. I'm leaning more towards the liquid cooler because of the LED display, but I'm also a little concerned about maintenance. Any tips on that?
Maintenance for closed-loop liquid coolers like the CORSAIR iCUE H150i is pretty easy. Basically, you just need to ensure the coolant doesn't get contaminated and keep the fans and pump clean. You can do this by periodically flushing the system with distilled water. It's not too much of a hassle, and it ensures your cooler stays in good shape.
That's good to know @BvShadow. I think I'll go with the CORSAIR iCUE H150i then. Thanks for all the help!
No problem @UncleLarryJr, happy cooling! And if you have any questions or run into issues, feel free to ask.
Yeah, don't hesitate to reach out if you need help. Enjoy your Ryzen 9 3900X!