HWLabs SR1-360 vs Feser

[JD]

I can't really decide between the SR1 and Feser 360 radiators. I assume either will suffice for my i7 920 @ 4.2/4.4GHz along with a "next-gen" graphics card. Whatever ATI's next card may be, or the Fermi/GF100. However I'm curious if either will perform noticeably better.

I doubt my MCR220 will cut it, which is why I'm looking to upgrade.

I'll be pairing it up with Gentle Typhoons @ 1450RPM.

[Dazmode]

You might want faster fans for what you're trying to it use for...

[JD]

Originally Posted by Dazmode

You might want faster fans for what you're trying to it use for...

I hate noise though...and ~1500RPM is already fairly audible.

And don't those Gentle Typhoons have pretty good pressure? At least that's what I've read on XS.

[aCid888*]

I own the Feser and it is one of the best 360's around and I do believe its a little better than the SR1.


To put it another way; I would buy it again if I was to buy new.....you need some decent fans though as the fins are pretty tightly packed.

[Dazmode]

Originally Posted by jdrom17

I hate noise though...and ~1500RPM is already fairly audible.

And don't those Gentle Typhoons have pretty good pressure? At least that's what I've read on XS.

Then consider 38mm or larger fans. The i7 runs quite hot. I have no problem with my HAF set up with 6 water blocks in the loop (see sig) @ 1300 rpm x6 fans , but I don't overclock. MCR220 could not handle even single i7 for me and was removed swiftly.

[aCid888*]

Delta's & Pana's are expensive......these may be perfect for you.

Scythe Ultra Kaze 120MM High Static Pressure Silent Fan 38MM 2000RPM 87.6CFM 32.9DBA - DirectCanada



Me, on the other hand...would much prefer these:

Scythe Ultra Kaze 120MM High Static Pressure Fan 38MM 3000RPM 133.6CFM 45.9DBA - DirectCanada

[JD]

Well the SR1 seems geared for low-speed fans, so I'm guessing that's more in line with what I want. My other choice was the XSPC RX360, but those seem a little harder to get. Least the SR1/Feser can be had in Canada.

And I'll agree, my MCR220 isn't holding up too well with my i7 920 right now. Gets close to 80C at times. I'm hoping a dual-pass 360 radiator will suffice with a GPU added as well. I'm not looking for the best temperatures, just within a decent range.

I still have a ton of voltage tweaking to do with my i7 anyhow. Trying for 4.2GHz now (210x20) without Turbo but with HT.

As for 38mm fans, there aren't really any quiet ones. I know there's 1000RPM Ultra Kazes, but those apparently make a ticking noise or something.

[Dazmode]

I have 3000rpm San Aces that slowed down to 1500 rpm and they are pretty good at noise level. Triebwerk pretty good too, but I couldn't fit them.

[JD]

Originally Posted by Dazmode

I have 3000rpm San Aces that slowed down to 1500 rpm and they are pretty good at noise level. Triebwerk pretty good too, but I couldn't fit them.

Triebwerks are too damn expensive. I know I own some Noctua's which were like $15 a fan, but ~$30 a fan is a bit insane.

And I know San Aces are good, but aren't they rather hard to find?

[Dazmode]

Yes, getting San Aces is pain.. waiting time 120 days...