Radiator/loop component selection for 5960x OC in a Fractal R4

[StrategyFreak]

Hey forum members,

I'm putting together a 5960x build inside a Fractal R4, and I was wondering how many radiators I'd need if I'm planning on overclocking the processor to 4.6-4.7 GHZ range, and I'm willing to bump the voltage up a little higher than usual for these overclocks in order to achieve this.

As for parts, I currently have an Apogee XT waterblock, 2x 220 mm rads, and a MCP-655 pump, as well as a set of Gentle Typhoons I've been saving for this occasion lol. Since I was only planning on watercooling the processor, I'm wondering if it's possible to run an overclocked 5960x with just 1 220 mm rad instead of two, or maybe with a 120 mm rad added on. That would free up the other rad for other purposes, but I want to be conservative with this and I'd definitely include it if its necessary to get the thermal headroom necessary to overclock this beast of a processor.

Thanks!

 

[jaymz9350]

How thick are the rads and are you planning on placing it up top or in the front?

 

[StrategyFreak]

I'm planning on placing them on top if possible. 34 mm thick.

 

[StrategyFreak]

Any recommendations?

 

[Lochekey]

What radiators as you using exactly I'm not familiar with any 220mm rads?

Sorry I missed this thread earlier.

 

[StrategyFreak]

Sorry, I meant 240x120mm rads (radiators for 120mm fans). For this loop, I've got the Swiftech MCR 240mm radiator and an XSPC 240 mm rad. Tubing is 1/2 inch ID.

Was wondering if this was overkill for 5960x overclocking. I'd like some thermal headroom, but maybe just having a 240 and 120 mm rad might be enough for that, allowing me to save the 240 mm rad for another build.