Hey im buying a new computer and I was just wondering if I really need one because the processor im getting doesn't come with one. I don't overclock. Please inform me :D.
Yes! You have to have a cpu heatsink even if you are not overclocking or the CPU will burn up. If you are not overclocking you can use the stock heatsink and you will be fine, but if you are getting an OEM cpu that does not come with a heatsink they you must buy one.
Take a look at this video to see what happens when you remove the cpu heatsink:
You technically don't have to have one, we have a lot of computers in my place of business that I support and they just have one huge heatsink with a funnel to the rear exhaust fan to push the hot air out. Of course these are business class computers and a lot of users are not maxing them out. So if your buying a business computer like a Dell Optiplex then you won't need one. For playing games on, you would most definately need one.
You technically don't have to have one, we have a lot of computers in my place of business that I support and they just have one huge heatsink with a funnel to the rear exhaust fan to push the hot air out. Of course these are business class computers and a lot of users are not maxing them out. So if your buying a business computer like a Dell Optiplex then you won't need one. For playing games on, you would most definately need one. xXDrPainXx
It depends what processor- if its OEM then yes, but if its just a normal retail one it will come with its own heatsink which is fine if you are not overclocking (or overclocking very small amounts i.e 5-10%).
I think im gunna go with this http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835185125 now with this do I also need to buy thermal grease or does it come with it?
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