Closed Loop + GPU?

[GrandPixel]

Can a GPU be added to the loop of a closed loop CPU cooler?

 

[Kenmitch]

The soon to be released Swiftech H220 allows add ons it looks like. Out of box it's ready to go but has the option to add another rad, gpu coolers etc....Available end or the month it looks like.

http://www.swiftech.com/h220.aspx

Best option always is a DIY system tho with water.

 

[GrandPixel]

My problem with custom water cooling systems is that there are so many random components out there and it's difficult to figure out what to buy. With closed loop you have like 10 options from the major sellers, and you can find reviews with performance figures, and then compare prices and make a choice.

 

[dma0991]

There are WC kits that makes things a lot easier, eliminates the trouble of selection but doesn't make it any easier when it comes to assembly and maintenance. As for the closed loop, they come from 2 major manufacturers, CoolIT and Asetek. The ones sold are usually rebadged or slight alterations made to differentiate it as a new product which usually has similar performance.

The Swiftech H220 is as close as it comes to a custom loop as it is a lot easier to add in a GPU in the loop. Had seen a mod done on a Corsair H50 but it is far more difficult to do so as it requires total replacement of the tubing and an addition of a reservoir.

The other option is to have them run on separate loops by using Arctic Cooling's Accelero Hybrid which only cools the GPU. Expensive and not to elegant approach but it doesn't cause any warranties to be voided.

 

[Kenmitch]

I understand I guess....The above linked one gets the option to add on at a later time but is also ready to use out of the box. Most likely gonna be the easiest all in one to add onto.

What cpu do you plan on cooling? GPU? Which case do you have?

 

[GrandPixel]

I have a Cooler Master Elite 335 case, $29 free shipping a few years ago, and a decent case although I would like to get an NZXT Source 210 Elite (white). CPU is 2600K currently at 4.2 and 1.325v, it isn't stable at 4.5 even with 1.4+ volts (I think I got a dud). GPU is a Geforce 660 TI, not overclocked (yet). Nothing crazy but I do like to overclock and keep everything cool, as well as find a cooling solution that I can use in future builds (like a good power supply, case, etc)

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811119161
http://www.swiftech.com/h220.aspx

If you watch the videos on the swiftech h220 product page it looks like a pretty great product, they manufacture their own pumps now and this one is 6 watts which is about 5 times more powerful than the competition (should be verified). I kind of wish the radiator was a bit bigger though, 2 x 140 or 3 x 120.

 

[Kenmitch]

I have a Cooler Master Elite 335 case, $29 free shipping a few years ago, and a decent case although I would like to get an NZXT Source 210 Elite (white). CPU is 2600K currently at 4.2 and 1.325v, it isn't stable at 4.5 even with 1.4+ volts (I think I got a dud). GPU is a Geforce 660 TI, not overclocked (yet). Nothing crazy but I do like to overclock and keep everything cool, as well as find a cooling solution that I can use in future builds (like a good power supply, case, etc)

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811119161
http://www.swiftech.com/h220.aspx

If you watch the videos on the swiftech h220 product page it looks like a pretty great product, they manufacture their own pumps now and this one is 6 watts which is about 5 times more powerful than the competition (should be verified). I kind of wish the radiator was a bit bigger though, 2 x 140 or 3 x 120.

Reason I brought up the Swiftech H220

Your current case won't be compatable, your selection of a new one may also not be compatable as it doesn't have much upper room for fans, rad. Looks kinda tight up top but may be able to mount the rad to top of case and have fans in push from bottom??? Would need to do some research to see I guess.

Picking out a case is the hard part I guess. You need to find something that you like the looks of and something that comes with 2 120mm's up top that look compatable with a rad.

Viewing images of cases the best way is to look at the rear of the case. Look at the MB i/o plate cuttout as it'll show you the upper edge of the motherboard. You'll want about 2 inches or so of case for a thinner rad like the one with the Swiftech kit, you'll want about 3 inches or so for a thicker rad. Width can also play a part as the wider the case the further the fan mounts will be from the MB....As long as the fans are centered of course!

Good luck on your adventure!

 

[GrandPixel]

any new products competing with the Swiftech H220?

 

[aigomorla]

you can not add a gpu block to an AIO.

So basically if the pump is sitting on top of the CPU... except the H220, it is highly inadvisable for you to add a gpu block.

 

[Aikouka]

any new products competing with the Swiftech H220?

Honestly... not really. At least from what I've seen, most radiators are still being made out of aluminum where the Swiftech H220 is made out of copper. As we all know, copper is more expensive, but is also better conductor (not the best term for heat displacement, but you know what I mean...).

Swiftech does make a simple water cooling kit called the H2O-x20 Edge HD (x = 2 or 3 -- the number of fans). It comes in two varieties: 2x120 and 3x120 and in either black or white. To be clear, it isn't an all-in-one, but rather a very simplistic/compact/minimal water cooling kit. What they do is combine the radiator, pump and reservoir into one unit. In looking up water cooling stuff, I've seen similar units from other companies as well. The nice thing about those units are that you can easily add something to the loop, because it's still just a normal water cooling loop.

 

[MrK6]

My problem with custom water cooling systems is that there are so many random components out there and it's difficult to figure out what to buy. With closed loop you have like 10 options from the major sellers, and you can find reviews with performance figures, and then compare prices and make a choice.

Most water cooling parts have reviews and roundups comparing them. The problem with AIO coolers is they don't have the cooling capacity to deal with the extra load from a graphics card. There are some AIO that can be modded to be strapped to a GPU, but again, a lot of these don't have the necessary cooling capacity for higher end GPU's anyway (and you'd have to find space in your rig to mount up a second AIO cooler). My advice is do it once and do it right and build a custom water cooling unit that does what you need. A simple loop for the CPU and a single GPU is relatively easy to design, build, and operate. IMO, AIO's are a gimmick and generally aren't even as good as high end air coolers despite being noisier.