cpu block choice?

Conaway · 06-19-05, 10:32 PM

i like both these blocks, but they are tested at different psi.

http://www.dangerdenstore.com/produc...&cat=19&page=1
this one is tested up to 85 psi

http://www.performance-pcs.com/catal...0411ebbab8de30
and this one to 25 psi

what do you guys think? do you think the test pressure is that big of a deal? which one do you prefer?

xcuriousgeorge · 06-19-05, 10:48 PM

as far as i know, 25 psi is more pressure than you would ever put on the block in a watercooling loop. shouldn't be anything to worry about. at least i haven't heard anything about the swiftech blocks leaking...

i can't tell you which block i prefer, as i haven't tried either of the two personally (yet). both seem to have a good reputation here. but if you go with the RBX, it's probably a good idea to get the brass top so you don't run the risk of the lucite cracking

Conaway · 06-19-05, 10:53 PM

i was figuring that there would never be that much pressure on the system. my comparision was that my bike tires contain just a bit more pressure, so it seems like that would be alot.
good point about the lucite too, thanks.

CCUABIDExORxDIE · 06-20-05, 06:32 AM

the 6002 is a better block, in everything but SUPER high flow situations. depending on which setup you plan on going for, a super highflow setup, or a lower flowing setup, which is probably the choice for most people, then the swiftech block is a better choice.

Conaway · 06-20-05, 11:49 AM

i ended up going with the swftech block.

chunkeymunkey25 · 06-20-05, 11:54 AM

The 6002 design is just about impossible to leak anyways, and it performs much better than the RDX even at really low flow rates, and it's only 2 barbs, so good choice. I'm pretty sure I've seen the 6002 cheaper elsewhere, but it might have only saved you a few bucks, so no need nto cancel your order unless you really want to.

blt111 · 06-20-05, 12:45 PM

even though the swifty is really good, it completely ruins the looks of your rig (IMHO). it's simply hideous but i know most people put performance before looks... i would personally go with the tdx (not just because i have one). looks great and performs well. the extra couple degrees you might gain from the swifty just doesn't have enough real world benefit for me to consider it. you might squeeze an extra mhz out of your cpu but so what? i have a tdx with a 2x120 thermochill and i can get my p4 2.8 perfectly stable at 3.5 (1.7V) at about 40C load (guessing since the bios actually reads 30C at load which cant be right since it's 30C in my study). the 3 barbs of the rbx are just a hassle. just my opinion

CCUABIDExORxDIE · 06-20-05, 12:54 PM

well, in some cases, 2-3ºC can be the difference between 2.7ghz and 2.8ghz. whcih can be the difference between a good oc and a better oc.

Bugsmasher · 06-20-05, 01:07 PM

I had both and to be honest the mechanics of installation and removal alone make me favor the 6002 over the RBX. Kick in the price benefit (you can actually find the 6002 for right at $40 many times depending on which chip you are using) as well as the fact chances of leaks are much lower due to the 6002's construction...

I had and used the RBX for a long time and it was a solid performer. It allows you to tinker using the various jets that are available as well as it does look great.

I would say that both blocks are solid performers although the Lucite top over time made me nervous so I ended up springing for the Brass top which brought the total to $52 for the WB and $15 for the Brass Top or $67. $40 for the 6002 or $67 for the RBX...the cheapskate in me screams for the 6002

Conaway · 06-20-05, 04:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blt111

even though the swifty is really good, it completely ruins the looks of your rig (IMHO). it's simply hideous but i know most people put performance before looks... i would personally go with the tdx (not just because i have one). looks great and performs well. the extra couple degrees you might gain from the swifty just doesn't have enough real world benefit for me to consider it. you might squeeze an extra mhz out of your cpu but so what? i have a tdx with a 2x120 thermochill and i can get my p4 2.8 perfectly stable at 3.5 (1.7V) at about 40C load (guessing since the bios actually reads 30C at load which cant be right since it's 30C in my study). the 3 barbs of the rbx are just a hassle. just my opinion

doubtful, but the input was noted.

Conaway · 06-20-05, 04:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CCUABIDExORxDIE

well, in some cases, 2-3ºC can be the difference between 2.7ghz and 2.8ghz. whcih can be the difference between a good oc and a better oc.

thank you, point clearified.

Conaway · 06-20-05, 04:12 PM

i've already bought everything, so thanks for the input.

http://www.ocforums.com/showthread.php?t=394200

06-19-05, 10:32 PM	Thread Starter #1
Conaway Registered Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Atlanta, Ga. USA	cpu block choice? i like both these blocks, but they are tested at different psi. http://www.dangerdenstore.com/produc...&cat=19&page=1 this one is tested up to 85 psi http://www.performance-pcs.com/catal...0411ebbab8de30 and this one to 25 psi what do you guys think? do you think the test pressure is that big of a deal? which one do you prefer?
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06-19-05, 10:48 PM	#2
xcuriousgeorge Registered Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Oregon, US	as far as i know, 25 psi is more pressure than you would ever put on the block in a watercooling loop. shouldn't be anything to worry about. at least i haven't heard anything about the swiftech blocks leaking... i can't tell you which block i prefer, as i haven't tried either of the two personally (yet). both seem to have a good reputation here. but if you go with the RBX, it's probably a good idea to get the brass top so you don't run the risk of the lucite cracking
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06-19-05, 10:53 PM	Thread Starter #3
Conaway Registered Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Atlanta, Ga. USA	i was figuring that there would never be that much pressure on the system. my comparision was that my bike tires contain just a bit more pressure, so it seems like that would be alot. good point about the lucite too, thanks.
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06-20-05, 06:32 AM	#4
CCUABIDExORxDIE Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Keystone Lightville, MA	the 6002 is a better block, in everything but SUPER high flow situations. depending on which setup you plan on going for, a super highflow setup, or a lower flowing setup, which is probably the choice for most people, then the swiftech block is a better choice.
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06-20-05, 11:49 AM	Thread Starter #5
Conaway Registered Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Atlanta, Ga. USA	i ended up going with the swftech block.
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chunkeymunkey25 Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: CA	The 6002 design is just about impossible to leak anyways, and it performs much better than the RDX even at really low flow rates, and it's only 2 barbs, so good choice. I'm pretty sure I've seen the 6002 cheaper elsewhere, but it might have only saved you a few bucks, so no need nto cancel your order unless you really want to. __________________ X2 Toledo 3800+ @ 2.55 MSI K8N Neo2 FX w/ a dozen extra Ramsinks here and there 2x512 Patriot @ 2-2-2-5 6800nu @ 425/875 12x6 w/ homemade Ram/Vreg sinks 1.020 TB of pr0n space Water: Lapped 6002, Maze4 GPU, bored DD-MAG rev 1, some old heater core, in a Super Lanboy
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06-20-05, 12:45 PM	#7
blt111 Mastering in Physics Join Date: May 2004 Location: London	even though the swifty is really good, it completely ruins the looks of your rig (IMHO). it's simply hideous but i know most people put performance before looks... i would personally go with the tdx (not just because i have one). looks great and performs well. the extra couple degrees you might gain from the swifty just doesn't have enough real world benefit for me to consider it. you might squeeze an extra mhz out of your cpu but so what? i have a tdx with a 2x120 thermochill and i can get my p4 2.8 perfectly stable at 3.5 (1.7V) at about 40C load (guessing since the bios actually reads 30C at load which cant be right since it's 30C in my study). the 3 barbs of the rbx are just a hassle. just my opinion
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06-20-05, 12:54 PM	#8
CCUABIDExORxDIE Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Keystone Lightville, MA	well, in some cases, 2-3ºC can be the difference between 2.7ghz and 2.8ghz. whcih can be the difference between a good oc and a better oc.
	QUOTE Thanks

06-20-05, 01:07 PM	#9
Bugsmasher Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Oklahoma City, Ok	I had both and to be honest the mechanics of installation and removal alone make me favor the 6002 over the RBX. Kick in the price benefit (you can actually find the 6002 for right at $40 many times depending on which chip you are using) as well as the fact chances of leaks are much lower due to the 6002's construction... I had and used the RBX for a long time and it was a solid performer. It allows you to tinker using the various jets that are available as well as it does look great. I would say that both blocks are solid performers although the Lucite top over time made me nervous so I ended up springing for the Brass top which brought the total to $52 for the WB and $15 for the Brass Top or $67. $40 for the 6002 or $67 for the RBX...the cheapskate in me screams for the 6002 __________________ System - AMD Opteron 165, ATI X1900XT, 2G (1Gx2) G-Skill PC3200, Asrock 939 DualSATA2, Raptor 74G Sata 16meg 10k drive, SB Audigy2 ZS Watercooling Setup - MCP600, T-Line, Home-made Monster Reservoir, MCW6002, Fedco 2-199 w/home-made shrouds in a push/pull config, 4 Sanyo Denki 120mm beasts (undervolted to 7), 7/16"ID-5/8"OD MasterKleer tubing
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06-20-05, 04:12 PM	Thread Starter #12
Conaway Registered Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Atlanta, Ga. USA	i've already bought everything, so thanks for the input. http://www.ocforums.com/showthread.php?t=394200
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