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GPU block recommendation

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d_roas

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I'm adding a GPU cooler to complement the following:


Alphacool NexXxos XP CPU block

Alphacool NexXxos Xtreme 240 radiator

Alphacool AP1510 pump

Tubing is 8x10mm, and the run is very short.

Some test numbers on the pump here:

http://www.liquidluxx.de/cms/artikel.php?action=show&id=43&seite=3


I'm thinking that a comparatively low restriction block is a good idea, mainly because my CPU block is not. I've eliminated the Alphacool GPX and Aqua Twinplex based on this idea, plus the GPX is Germany only and I want to avoid ordering overseas.

So how do these choices sound:

Maze4 - Available everywhere, G1/4" threads so I can easily add 8x10mm compression fittings.

Innovatek Graph-O-Matic Rev3 - Only $32, no extra fittings necessary (also avoiding the possibility of being shipped the wrong fittings). My only issue with this one is that there's hardly any test data on it, I've found a few irrelevant German links... but thaaaat's about it. I would really like to hear comments from those of you who have experience with this block.

Performance is somewhat of a concern here, I plan on building a new rig soon, and I o/c. Admittedly I like the Euro gear, but I have NO problem going American (or other) if it's going to net better results. Something with G1/4" threads is also a plus... e.g., the Asetek GPU cooler is nice, but I can't confirm the thread size.

I am open to any comments, corrections, other suggestions, etc. Bsically I'm just looking for something that's going to work optimally with the above setup.
 
The maze 4 and the MCW60 (my preferred choice) perform very well.

Those are my recommendations :).
 
Thanks Arcygenical. Right now I'm leaning towards the maze4.

On another note... I DID find the GPX-A in stock at razetek.com, anyone ever heard of these guys? They seem to stock a ton of Alphacool.
 
i have a maze4 gpu block on the way. recommended here on [H].
 
"Maze4 - Available everywhere, G1/4" threads so I can easily add 8x10mm compression fittings."

i dont think the maze4 is g1/4 i think it is ntp 1/4 or something like that.... but I am 90% sure its not G1/4
 
Well, I ended up with a a GP2X-A from Razetek, those guys rock and they stock all kinds of Alphacool. Same day shipping and excellent packing.

Dropped my load temperature by 30c, which is pretty signifigant IMO. The block does appear to be pretty restrictive, and I had to use a 90 (for now anyway), unfortunately... BUT, my CPU temperature is maybe 1c higher than before, so I'm not too concerned. ;)
 
i dont think the maze4 is g1/4 i think it is ntp 1/4 or something like that.... but I am 90% sure its not G1/4
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It is DEFINITELY G1/4".
Pre 2005 they were 1/4" NPT
2005 they were 9/16-18 UNF
2006 they moved to G1/4"
 
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