Like the title says, I really want a new Lian Li PC-V354 case. I also want a Cooler Master Hyper 212 plus. It's cheap and does a dang good job.
The only problem I'm afraid of is clearance. The spec sheet for it says 158.5mm. On newegg, reviews say anywhere from 5-7 inches. The case I want has an external width of 245mm. As a reference, the new A04 case, also by Lian Li, is 188mm wide. Will I be ok with this HSF in my system?
If not, what coolers with a lower profile would suit? I don't want to spend more than I have to. I love the price point of the 212+. I also want something quieter than stock and better performing, for a decent OC. In the end though, if I have to choose, I'd rather compromise on cooling capacity than noise.
For reference, here is a pic of the inside of the case with a Cooler Master TX3 HSF (138mm) installed, next to a standard atx power supply.
http://www.vortez.co.uk/contentteller.php?ct=articles&action=file&id=5170
Thanks in advance Anandtech.
The only problem I'm afraid of is clearance. The spec sheet for it says 158.5mm. On newegg, reviews say anywhere from 5-7 inches. The case I want has an external width of 245mm. As a reference, the new A04 case, also by Lian Li, is 188mm wide. Will I be ok with this HSF in my system?
If not, what coolers with a lower profile would suit? I don't want to spend more than I have to. I love the price point of the 212+. I also want something quieter than stock and better performing, for a decent OC. In the end though, if I have to choose, I'd rather compromise on cooling capacity than noise.
For reference, here is a pic of the inside of the case with a Cooler Master TX3 HSF (138mm) installed, next to a standard atx power supply.
http://www.vortez.co.uk/contentteller.php?ct=articles&action=file&id=5170
Thanks in advance Anandtech.
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