So, do you get an Intel processor and get an Intel cooler as well or do you have to buy two? Well, this depends on which model you’re looking for. There are six different types of processors from the entry-level Celeron to the top-of-the-line Core i7 in Intel’s processor lineup. Each type has a minimum and a recommended clock speed, the number of cores it can handle, its TDP (Thermal Design Power), and much more. That being said, all processors also come with their own cooling accessories as they require higher wattage than a general-purpose processor. In this blog post, we will take a look at whether or not you need an Intel cooler with your new CPU.
Do Intel CPUs come with Intel Coolers?
Yes, Intel CPUs come with coolers. Sometimes, the cooler is sufficient and other times a better cooler may be necessary. The best way to determine if a better cooler is necessary is to consult with an expert in the field.
What’s The Difference Between A Cpu Cooler And A Fan?
- A CPU cooler is a device that cools the processor by transferring heat away from the processor to an external liquid cooling system or air-based cooling system. The heat is transferred via a thermal transfer material (usually copper) between the heat-sink, which is attached to the processor, and an external liquid cooling or air-based cooling system.
- A fan is a fluid-driven moving part that uses energy to create a flow of air into and out of an enclosure. The fan can be used as part of a PSU (power supply unit), CPU cooler, radiator cooler, etc.
- A heatsink is just like it sounds: it’s metal that sits on your processor and transfers heat away from it but also cools the metal by sitting next to it rather than directly touching it when cooled.
- Fans can come in many different shapes and sizes; some are small and quiet, while others are large and noisy. However, they all have one thing in common: they run on electricity (either AC or DC).
- There are three types of fans: voltage regulator fans, current control fans, and brushless fans. Voltage regulator fans control their speed based on voltage input; current control fans control their speed based on current input; while brushless fans do not use any kind of current control or voltage regulation mechanism at all! Their speed depends only on how much power they receive from the power supply unit (PSU).
Tower-Based CPU Coolers:
- Tower-based CPU coolers are the most common type of CPU cooler and come in both air-based cooling systems and liquid cooling systems. The tower-based CPU cooler usually comes with a fan and a heat sink. The heat sink is usually attached to the processor, with the fan placed on top of it.
- Air-based coolers use a fan to blow air across a radiator (a metal tube). The air blown across the radiator is then cooled by the metal in the radiator as it travels through it. Air-based coolers are generally quiet as they don’t make any noise when they are operating. However, they can get noisy when they start to overheat as more air has to be pumped through them in order to keep them cool.
- Liquid cooling systems use liquid to transfer heat away from your processor, which is then cooled by a heatsink attached to your processor or on top of your processor (depending on where you place it). Liquid cooling systems can be either air-based or water-based; however, water-based coolers tend to cost more than their air-based counterparts. Both types of liquid cooling systems have their advantages and disadvantages; some people prefer one over the other depending on what works best for their system.
Fan-Based CPU Coolers:
- Tower-based CPU coolers are large, heavy, and can be quite loud. However, they are also very powerful and can cool CPUs down to the lowest possible temperature. They often come with a liquid cooling system (LC) or air-based cooling system (AB).
- Fan-based CPU coolers are small, lightweight, and quieter than tower-based CPU coolers. However, they do not come with an external liquid cooling system or air-based cooling system (AB). Instead, fan-based CPU coolers can be mounted directly onto the motherboard itself to provide their own heat removal mechanism.
- All tower-based CPU coolers require a PSU to power their fans; however, all fan-based CPU coolers do not need a PSU to function!
- A tower cooler will usually have several fans attached to it; however, a fan cooler will usually only have one fan attached to it!
- Tower-based CPU Coolers have a large surface area
Flexible Socket Stem CPU Coolers:
The below table shows the best CPU coolers for Intel Core i5/i7 processors. These CPUs come with their own cooling accessories as they require higher wattage than a general-purpose processor. In this blog post, we will take a look at whether or not you need an Intel cooler with your new CPU.
- A liquid CPU cooler is a device that sits inside your computer’s case and is filled with either water or glycol. These coolers are usually placed inside of your case, but some models can be mounted to the motherboard.
- A radiator-based CPU cooler is a device that sits on top of your processor and uses heat pipes to transfer heat from it to the cooling fluid that’s being circulated around it.
- A water-based CPU cooler is a device that sits inside of your computer’s case and uses water as its cooling fluid. The most common types of water-based coolers are all-in-one (AIO) coolers and water-block (WB) coolers. All-in-one (AIO) coolers are single units that include both the pump, reservoir, and radiator; while water blocks are separate units that sit on top of your processor and pump flow through tubing into the block where they then flow through radiators to transfer heat away from the processor.
- Water cooling systems use pumps, reservoirs, tubing, radiators, fans, grommets, etc., to circulate water in order for it to transfer heat away from components (such as your processor).
- Water blocks are special types of heat sinks made up of metal plates that direct heat pipes into them so they can absorb heat from a component such as your processor. Most blocks have only one type or two types of heat pipes depending on the type of CPU you have.
- A water-cooling system is a system that uses water cooling to transfer heat away from a processor and keep it cool.
- A water-block (WB) cooler is a device that sits on top of your processor and uses water as its cooling fluid. The most common types of water-based coolers are all-in-one (AIO) coolers and water-block (WB) coolers. All-in-one (AIO) coolers are single units that include both the pump, reservoir, and radiator; while water blocks are separate units that sit on top of your processor and pump flow through tubing into the block where they then flow through radiators to transfer heat away from the processor.
- Water cooling systems use pumps, reservoirs, tubing, radiators, fans, grommets, etc., to circulate water in order for it to transfer heat away from components (such as your processor).
- Water blocks are special types of heat sinks made up of metal plates that direct heat pipes into them so they can absorb heat from a component such as your processor. Most blocks have only one type or two types of heat pipes depending on the type of CPU you have.
- A radiator is a device that’s used to take liquid cooling fluid and push it out through tubes into an area where it can transfer its thermal energy away from
Conclusion
Choosing the right CPU cooler is essential to keeping your PC cool and prolonging its lifespan. With so many different styles and manufacturers out there, it can be challenging to make the right choice. Thankfully, this guide has provided the necessary information to assist you in making an informed decision. Whether you’re looking for a tower or fan-based CPU cooler, a flexible socket stem model, or even a liquid cooler, this guide has tips and advice to assist you in finding your ideal solution.
