i realize that a new line of chips are just now coming out from intel, but i was curious what is the current fastest core2duo cpu that can run passive with no overclock on a scythe ninja revB?
is quadcore possible? (Q6600)
and if not then can it be made silent (slow running cpu fan?)
fastest core2duo cpu that can run passive on a ninja revB
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At the risk of repeating myself for the 100th time, a little bit of airflow (12cm @ 500 – 600 RPM) over the CPU heat-sink is good for the CPU and the motherboard and will be silent if the case is on the floor.
There are specialised situations where passive cooling might be a necessity but for a typical desktop it seems like a wasted effort. I say this because you mention quad cores although when the cheap 45nm quads arrive later this quarter I might have to eat my words. I’d still personally use a fan as I prefer lower temps if it costs me zero noise and a small amount of money.
There are specialised situations where passive cooling might be a necessity but for a typical desktop it seems like a wasted effort. I say this because you mention quad cores although when the cheap 45nm quads arrive later this quarter I might have to eat my words. I’d still personally use a fan as I prefer lower temps if it costs me zero noise and a small amount of money.