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I remember the XSPC Raystorm Neo fared pretty well too. It's what I chose for the two threadripper builds I had.
I don't recall issues with the Heatkiller
Yeah, I know. I saw that too.Yeah, it's too bad the main page went down so we can't refresh our memories.
The internet archive seem to have nabbed the first page of the reviews, but the subsequent pages (where all the data was) are lost to history.
Anybody recall if there were any appreciable differences between the versions of the IV Pro? Black Copper--Pure copper--Acrylic, Acetal ect
Full metal ones are usually a tiny bit better but not that much better in order to get it over one with a plastic top imo.
That's why I did the XSPCHeatkiller and XSPC did the best with 2990WX.
Yeah that is a fair point, I've had some acrylic blocks crack before myself.I usually get the all metal ones, not because of temps, but because I feel more confident with the inlet and outlet threads cut in metal
Considering going back to AMD. Likely a 3900X system and will have to buy another block unless there's an AMD adapter. Is the Heatkiller IV the best performing or close to it?
I would be tremendously surprised by that. Any data to back up that statement?Apparently the Optimus block beats is by a good margin.
I would be tremendously surprised by that. Any data to back up that statement?
There's a test vid by perf pcs. Lemme find it again.
I don't see any data in the vid.
I think most blocks are going to perform within a few degrees of eachother unless there is a huge change in wb design. All blocks are currently using really similar designs, pretty much a jet and microfins.
You'll only see a huge discrepancy with glaring design flaws (ala ekwb threadripper block)
There's a test vid by perf pcs. Lemme find it again.
I have a hard time believing that data is solid and I have had a lot of time with HK and Optimus products. Not buying into a 6 to 7C delta. I think there are some variable issues in that testing. That said, I have found Optimus products to be worth every cent, so I think you can buy from them with confidence.
Just placed the order for the 3900X, mobo and NVME. now to find the HK IV in stock somewhere...or Optimus--I'll have to compare
Optimus said on OCN that both foundation and signature have the same cold plate design.
https://www.overclock.net/forum/61-water-cooling/1733810-optimus-waterblock-16.html#post28264826
Yeah, the lack of a back plate with the Optimus leaves me apprehensive. Boards do bend over time when subject to heat and pressure.
After this little fiasco, I don think I'd ever buy one without a backplate unless the mainboard already had something there.
For AM4 it does not use a backplate.Ordred the Optimus Foundation. I'm assuming the cpu back plate that comes with the mobo is used with it. Asus Crosshair Hero VIII
For AM4 it does not use a backplate.
Yes you have to remove it to install optimus am4 block. https://i.shgcdn.com/2fcdb538-29db-...t/auto/-/preview/3000x3000/-/quality/lighter/AM4 boards already have backplates.
Yes you have to remove it to install optimus am4 block. https://i.shgcdn.com/2fcdb538-29db-...t/auto/-/preview/3000x3000/-/quality/lighter/
Now there's a peculiar setup. Does not compute! If I got one, I'd probably mod the stock backplate.
Necro, but my next kit will be a dual 180 in a Torrent with a Heatkiller IV AM5 7950X... My only dilemma, the NH-U12A that's on it now is doing really well...Removing the back plate is a no go. Will mod as well.