I'm building a new PC and need some advice on the best cooler for my Intel Core i5-10400. Any suggestions? I've been looking at the Enermax Liqmax III 360 and Noctua NH-D15.
Top Coolers for Intel Core i5-10400?
Started by mrnate900 on July 09, 2024
The Enermax Liqmax III 360 is great! It's a top pick for liquid cooling, and it has excellent reviews. There's also an article on TechReviewer that talks about it Choosing the Best CPU Cooler for Intel's Core i5-10400.
That sounds awesome, but I'm not sure if it'll fit in my case. Can you tell me more about the Noctua NH-D15?
The Noctua NH-D15 is a fantastic air cooler. It's one of the best dual-fan air CPU coolers out there. I've been using it for a while and haven't had any issues.
Yeah, but keep in mind that air coolers can get pretty noisy compared to liquid ones like the Enermax Liqmax III 360.
Good point! I hadn't thought about that. What about size? Will either of these fit easily into my case?
Both the Enermax Liqmax III 360 and Noctua NH-D15 should fit in a standard ATX case, but you'll want to measure your case dimensions to be sure.
Thanks for the info! I'm leaning towards the Enermax Liqmax III 360 now. Do you know if it's worth it to go with the premium version?
Yeah, the premium version of the Enermax Liqmax III 360 has some extra features like better lighting and a higher TDP, which can be nice for gaming.
That being said, the standard version should still work great for the Intel Core i5-10400.
Ultimately, it comes down to personal preference and your budget. If you want the best performance and don't mind spending a bit more, go for the premium version. But if you're on a budget, the standard version will do the job just fine.
Great advice! Thanks everyone for helping me out. I think I'll go with the Enermax Liqmax III 360 premium. Have a good one!