Super Fans for CPU's

The stock fan will suffice if you just want a fan that works. However if you want a nice and quiet computer, or want to do a lot of OCing, an aftermarket heatsink is needed.
 
diduknowthat said:
The stock fan will suffice if you just want a fan that works. However if you want a nice and quiet computer, or want to do a lot of OCing, an aftermarket heatsink is needed.
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So you're saying that if I want to OC my E8400 3.0 to 3.5 or so, that I will need to throw on that third party fan to prevent overheating?
 
Computer_Freak said:
Isnt the E8400 at 3Ghz?

well its not bad, but if youll OC, itll help alot...
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Yes, the E8400 is 3.0. But I want to clock it at 3.5 without overheating or anything. But I just don't think I would need a third party fan for it.

I turn my computer off when I'm not using it (for periods of time) so I don't leave it running all day. I figure that would lower the need for a third party fan.
 
the temps will rise radically, within 1- 5 minutes its fully heated....

Look, it will help alot, and youll get a better OC...

Ive OCed from 2.13Ghz to 2.5Ghz with a stock HSF, with a slight (1 degree) temp increase (i never raised the voltage...)
 
Where do you look to check the temp on the CPU? Do I have to download a program to do so or is there a way to monitor it through BIOS or Windows?
 
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