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The YouTube video discusses the importance of selecting an efficient CPU cooler for improved performance, especially for non-K CPUs handling demanding workloads. Various coolers are tested to evaluate their thermal and noise characteristics, with recommendations for mid-tier coolers like the Noctua NH-D15S and ID Cooling SE224XT. The video emphasizes the balance between thermal performance and noise levels, guiding viewers on choosing a suitable cooler based on personal preferences and budget considerations. Specific coolers' fan speeds are analyzed to determine noise levels, with the conclusion favoring mid-tier coolers like the ID Cooling SE224XT for their effective balance of noise and thermal performance. For 12th generation CPUs with LGA 1700 fitment, a 120mm fan, four heat pipe tower cooler is recommended as a value sweet spot, with advice to prioritize CPU performance over cooler cost for a well-rounded system.
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In this part of the video, the presenter discusses the limitations of the stock Intel cooler for non-K CPUs. They highlight the need for a better CPU cooler for demanding workloads and enhanced performance. Various cooler options are tested, ranging from a basic stock cooler to high-performance options like the Noctua NH-D15S and Arctic Liquid Freezer 2 240mm AIO. The testing setup includes an Intel i5-12600 non-K CPU with different coolers to assess their thermal and noise characteristics. The presenter aims to help viewers choose the best CPU cooler for their PC based on performance and budget considerations.
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In this segment of the video, the focus is on testing the performance of different coolers in a PC build. The transcript highlights the results of running tests on various coolers using Cinebench R23 and 3DMark benchmarks. It shows that most coolers performed well except for the stock cooler that struggled with high temperatures. The Dark Rock 4 and ID Cooling SE224XT showed good thermal performance, with the Noctua NH-D15S being the best performer, maintaining the lowest temperatures. The importance of selecting a suitable cooler based on thermal performance and sound profiles is emphasized. The transcript also mentions the significance of prioritizing either temperature or noise depending on personal preference when changing fan curves.
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In this segment of the video, key points include analyzing fan speeds of various coolers to gauge noise levels. The stock cooler uses an 80mm fan spinning at over 3000 rpm, leading to loudness. The be quiet slim utilizes a 92mm fan at 2100 rpm maintaining an audible but acceptable noise level. The id cooling se224xt operates a 120mm fan at 1250 rpm, generating minimal noise. The Noctua and be quiet coolers with larger fans run at slower speeds (around 850 rpm), prioritizing quietness over ultimate thermal performance. All coolers, including the Intel stock cooler, maintained acceptable CPU temperatures during a 30-minute stress test, indicating their capability to handle heat loads efficiently. The conclusion suggests that a mid-tier cooler offers more flexibility in balancing noise and thermal performance, with the id cooling se224xt standing out for its simple design and effective performance.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses selecting a CPU cooler for a 12th generation CPU with LGA 1700 fitment. They recommend a 120mm fan, four heat pipe tower cooler as the sweet spot of value, providing good performance while keeping temperatures and noise low. They advise against more expensive coolers unless noise output is a top concern. A 240mm AIO is considered overkill but an option for aesthetic reasons. They suggest prioritizing CPU performance over cooler cost for a balanced system.