Cheap CPU Cooler

[lahdedah]

Can someone recommend me a good cheap CPU cooler for an Athlon XP? I'm reluctant to use the retail one because it's a bit of a sod to get on. Last time I used a retail HSF i slipped while applying extreme effort and damaged the mobo, so I'd like one that is relatively easy to install.

I do know there are two types of clip to apply the HSF, and I'm looking for a HSF which has the easier of the two clips to install.

I was looking at the Coolermaster Aero 7 Lite, does anyone know if this would be up to the job?

Thanks.

 

[o1die]

Should work fine. I just bought an 1800xp retail boxed cpu, and it came with a new design heatsink. This one has a 3 way hook on both sides, for secure fastening to the socket, and lower fan speed (about 3700 rpm).

 

[Zepper]

Look at the $12. shipped Speeze (Model 5F263B1M3) on newegg.com - read some of the buyer reviews! I use one and it's great! If you want about the same with a copper core, pick the Falcon Rock a little farther down the page for only $14. shipped!
.bh.
:moon:

 

[lahdedah]

Cool, thanks guys

 

[lnaComputer]

Link to Speeze site
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Specs:
Speeze CPU Fan Model 5F263B1M3 for AMD/Intel Socket A/370
Specifications:
Supported Socket type: 370/Socket A
Dimensions Heat sink :12VDC Fan : 74×74×47 mm (l × w × h)
80×80×25mm Bearing Ball bearing
Rated speed 2500 RPM +/-10%Rated power 1.56 W
Noise level 26.5 dBA Air flow 31.70 CFM at 2500 RPM
Features Aluminum fan frame CPU: Intel Pentium III ~ 1,4 GHz (FC-PGA2) Pentium III ~ 1,13 GHz (FC-PGA) Celeron ~ 1,8 GHz (PPGA) AMD : Athlon XP ~ 3000+ (Thoroughbred) Athlon XP ~ 2100+ (Palomino) Athlon ~ 1,4 GHz (T-Bird)Duron 1.3

 

[tomcas1]

Here's a good comparison of cpu coolers-
http://www.dansdata.com/coolercomp.htm