Reddit reviews CORSAIR Hydro Series H105 AIO Liquid CPU Cooler, 240mm Thick Radiator, Dual 120mm PWM Fans

Here are the specs:

Type|Item|
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CPU | Intel Core i7-4820K 3.7GHz Quad-Core Processor
CPU Cooler | Corsair H105
Thermal Compound | Prolimatech PK-1 5g Thermal Paste
Motherboard | Gigabyte GA-X79-UP4 ATX LGA2011 Motherboard
Memory| Corsair Dominator Platinum 2133MT/s C9 4x 4gb
Storage | SAMSUNG 840 EVO 250GB
Storage | SAMSUNG 840 EVO 250GB
Case | Corsair Graphite 760T in White
Power Supply | Corsair RM1000 80+ Gold
Operating System | Microsoft Windows 8.1 Professional (64-bit)
Monitor | Asus PB278Q 27" 2560x1440 PLS
Monitor | Asus PB238Q 23.0" Monitor
Keyboard|Filco Ninja Majestouch-2 w/MX browns
Keyboard | Keycool 84 (white body) w/MX black
Keyboard | KBT Pure Pro 60% w/MX blues
Keyboard|KBT Pure 60% w/MX reds and blue LEDs
Keyboard|Leopold FC660M (gray keycaps) w/MX greens
Keyboard| KBT Pure 60% w/MX whites
Mouse | Mionix Naos 5000 Wired Laser Mouse
Video Card| XFX 290 DD Black edition
Video Card| XFX 290 DD Black edition
Headphones| AKG K702
Headphones| Beyerdynamic DT990 Pro 250Ohm
Headphones | Beyerdynamic DT770 Pro 250Ohm
Headphone stand| Woo Audio HPS-HB
Headphone stand| Just Mobile Aluminum
Microphone|Samson Meteor Studio Mic
DAC| Schiit Modi
AMP|Schiit Magni
Speakers|JBL LSR305 5-inch Two-Way Pair
Fan| 3x Corsair SP120 Quiet edition PWM
Fan| 3x Corsair AF140 Quiet edition
Router|Netgear AC1750 R6300v2
Modem|Motorola SB6141 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem
Custom Cables|Made by /u/Lavins

Big thanks to Corsair for sponsoring most of this rig.

Here's the review of the case I released a couple of days ago

-89.89

If you already have a windows 10 license, they are already associated with your log in, you no longer have to buy a new copy of windows for a new pc build.


-18.89

You don't need a DVD/CD drive anymore. everything is digital download. My case doesn't have a slot for a media drive anymore.

The motherboard is good BUT!!! consider switching to a 500 gb M.2 integrated memory module they are 6 times faster read and write speeds than the SATA alternative, allowing you to load ableton and the operating system far faster, reducing start up times for operating system and ableton. Your motherboard can fit 2 of these modules, and up to 6 of your old HDDs. As a tip, you should stop trusting traditional HDDs after 5 years. Mark their estimated "born on date" and destroy them after moving their contents to new drives before that time is up.

The extra ram slots, probably won't matter as you are already getting 16bg ram. 32gb is sort of overkill right now. good choice on the ram.

Only other thing I would consider changing is the CPU cooler, the smaller fans tend to run higher speeds and more dB, which can be annoying during audio playback. I would recommend a Corair Watercooler this build with a 500 gb m.2 and corsair water-cooler is $100 cheaper than your current build, and allows you to maximize your overclocking potential while minimizing load times, and only at the expense of 500gb reduced capacity on your main storage drive, which isn't important, as you have plenty of other expansion options later when that becomes an issue.

Glad you like it!

Ah, you bought the CM Quickfire Rapid too? Here's where you can get a replacement top panel in case you want to keep the original.
It wasn't difficult. I've done more difficult paint projects. Just gotta be patient. r/mechanicalkeyboards has some awesome guides on modding mech keyboards (especially the Quickfire Rapid).

It's a Corsair H105 that I got for 99 USD. I thought about getting the NZXT Kraken X61 but it's more expensive (139 USD) and isn't as reliable. Plus, the H105 has 3 rings for you to paint. ;)

You going for a white/black theme too?

EDIT: Formatting

Jealous of your build already.

That'll last for quite a while.

You can save some money, there's a great deal on the Corsair HX 850 for only $109.99.

Only thing is it's semi-modular if you care about that.

EDIT: Holy cow, all sorts of deals: Here's a H105 for $99

Do you think it would fit with this https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HKEI3EY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

radiator on the front too?

Would you recommend it?

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00HKEI3EY/ref=noref?ie=UTF8&psc=1&s=computers

Will a Liquid Cooler for Am3 fit in an AM3+ Socket. Specifically http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HKEI3EY/ref=twister_B0128CE0JE?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

EDIT: Linked the H105 meant H100i

What about an h105. I can only have a 240mm and I believe this is the same series


https://www.amazon.com/Corsair-Radiator-Advanced-Lighting-CW-9060031-WW/dp/B00HKEI3EY?th=1&psc=1

*edit: looks like it's not for am4 sockets. Not sure if there's an adapter or not

Thanks for replying Brad,

Do you think three fans (2 in front pushing and 1 pulling on the top) will still do a single digit change in temperature? Or should I buy a AIO watercooler for the GPU?

Edit: Even with a more agressive fan curve my temp is still at 82c, 95% fan speed running at 82c. Same as default fan curve.

(tested with PUBG)

Edit 2: Can I watercool my gpu with a NZXT Kraken G12 mount + Corsair H105 240mm liquid cooler?

NZXT Kraken G12 GPU Matte Cooling Black (RL-KRG12-B1) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06ZYHRMYP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_QPjTAbYSJZHXG

Corsair CW-9060016-WW Hydro Series H105 Extreme Performance Liquid CPU Cooler https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HKEI3EY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_TQjTAbAKMKEH8

I was kind of considering this one. Thoughts?

Could be one of these:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Corsair-CW-9060016-WW-Extreme-Performance-Liquid/dp/B00HKEI3EY/ref=sr_1_8?s=computers&ie=UTF8&qid=1550932319&sr=1-8&keywords=corsair+hydro+series+dual

https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA0AJ3V19656

What about just a watercooled processor, like this?

Why not a liquid cooled system for a similar price to your CPU cooler?

https://www.amazon.com/Corsair-CW-9060025-WW-Radiator-Advanced-Lighting/dp/B00HKEI3EY?th=1