looking for good cpu cooler recommendations for acer predator orion 3000

giovanni_messe

i have the po3-600(DCH) case and was looking for a good CPU cooler to replace the stock one and could do with some recommendations


(price doesn't matter)

GotBanned

THIS thread might give you the answer you are seeking.

I had PO3-620 (Intel 10th gen CPU, RTX 3070 etc.) and replaced the original cooler with Noctua's NH-D9L. Other models that are known to work are NH-L9x65 and NH-U9S (The last one might be the best as it is the heaviest.)

If the CPU bracket in your system is the same as in PO3-620, swapping coolers is easy. You don't even have to remove the motherboard. You can follow this guide posted HERE. Oh, and while doing it, and if you feel adventurous enough, I'd cut the mesh from the exhaust fan with a dremel.

Here's how I butchered my case to improve airflow. Of course the cases are different and doing this is not for the faint-hearted! ^^

giovanni_messe

this is the best picture i could find on my case

GotBanned

Could you open up your PC and take a pic of the insides? I'm curious to see what is inside. Thanks!

I have a strong hunch that the CPU bracket (the way how you attach your CPU HSF and motherboard) is the same as in the newer Predator models. If so, the four metal "pillars with screw holes on them" are 75mm apart.

Your CPU uses LGA1151 socket and 10th and 11th gen Intel CPUs use LGA1200. This shouldn't matter with Noctua HSFs I listed, because they can be used with both sockets. But I must underline this once more, Noctua HSF will work if the bracket is the same.

Anway, if I read correctly the post I linked to in my previous post, updating the cooler should be really easy.

EDIT/ADDITION: If you open your PC measure the distance from the mobo to the side panel. THIS might be one of the best options for an aftermarket cooler. It's height is 125mm with fan. Just make sure that there is enough space for RAM and other components around the CPU.

giovanni_messe

this is the only picture i have on hand, if its not good enough ill re open it later, also i would like to replace that clear rear plastic fan, if you have recommendations for that fan too that would be great

giovanni_messe

here is the pic

GotBanned

Looks like it's normal Intel bracket, so Noctua HSF should work just fine. Since I'm not familiar with your system, I can't guarantee that it will. Sorry!

As for the rear fan, I think what you have now is a 80mm fan. Can you measure it? Are there other mounting holes in the back, like in the picture I posted in other of your threads?

This is from the post I linked to earlier:
"I have also replaced both case fans the computer came with, adding a 92mm be quiet in the rear, and a noctua 92mm in the front. Both fans the computer came with were only 80mm! The rear is easily installed and fits perfectly. For the front fan unfortunately the air holes where the fan sits and pushes air inside the case were only intended and sized for a 80mm fan, so adding a 92mm fan here is kind of pointless. However, if you drill some holes it will improve cooling even more."

If there are mounting holes for a 92mm fan, I'd get either Noctua NF-A9 PWM (25mm thick) or NF-A9x14 (14mm thick). The former thicker one moves more air, but if you removed the metal mesh blocking the air, I bet the thinner fan would match it's thicker sibling's airflow with that restrictive mesh.

EDIT: the PSU is pretty close to the rear fan, but if there are mounting holes in the back, 92mm fan should fit. And maybe your current fan is already 92mm? Measuring will tell. ^^

giovanni_messe

alright ill let you know tommorow when i open it up and we can go from there

giovanni_messe

thanks for your help btw

billsey

Yes, IIRC they all have mounting holes for both 80mm and 92mm fans.