Opteron HSF?

[AdamMT1618]

What would be the best HSF for an Opteron 170?

I don't want to WC, but I want something really good on air.

Thanks.

 

[Meuge]

Depending on your budget, Thermalright XP-90 ($27) or SI-120 ($45)

 

[VStrom]

IMHO the SI-120 is much better - even for the extra $ (what's $20 anyway). It sits higher so there is no clearance issues and it keeps the radiating heat further away from your components. Slap a 12CM Panaflo L1A or M1A fan on there and you got yourself some decent air cooling. I used it with good results on my Opty 175 prior to moving to H20. In fact, when my second 175 comes in it's going in my backup rig with the SI-120.

 

[Steve]

Thermaltake Big Typhoon.

 

[fierydemise]

Scythe Ninja is one of if not the best air cooler on the market