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i9i9 12th cooler

MiguelMars
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‎02-06-2022 07:43 AM
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Hello
I want to know which cooling system is good for an i9 12900k. At the ark Page of Intel there is an information of PCG 2020A. I don't know If a fan with heatsink If enought or it is necesary a water cooling.
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Ivagin
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‎02-06-2022 12:08 PM
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It all depends on the method of using the computer. MSI provided this answer in its FAQ.

"If your Core i9-12900K system is used mainly for gaming, a premium air cooler might meet the demand. But if your system is for content creation, a 360mm AIO cooler such is strongly recommended."

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MiguelMars
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‎02-23-2022 03:34 AM
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I have found a water cooler with 420 mm fan. Especially maked for the 12th generation.
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