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bobbagels

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That kit is fine for a basic CPU + single GPU (meaning no dual graphics cards) setup. Anything more than that, you need a better pump, and you'll want a better radiator.
 
I just installed that kit myself in the same case you have. You get 150W of dissipation / 120mm fan area. Your 360 will give you max 450W heat dispersal.

2600k = 95w non overclocked
single 580 = 240w non overclocked.
single 590 = 365w non overclocked.

So a single card with your CPU would be easy day, but the 590 puts you over. Over clocking them puts you close, but every setup I have seen with a 590 or dual cards has had a second 240 in the loop. The HAF X has the room for it, might as well if your going to go that route.
 
Like I said, never water cooled before, so please excuse my ignorance.
What do you mean by "had a second 240 in the loop"
What is that?
 
It's another way of saying a 2x120 radiator.

1x120 = 120
2x120 = 240
1x140 = 140
2x140 = 280
and so on.

Adding a second 240 radiator isn't necessary if you already have a 360 radiator for dual card systems. However, the RX360 radiator isn't particularly suited for dissipating large amounts of heat at lower noise levels.
 
Ok, I understand now.
I really intend on only using 1 video card.
For what I do thats fine. (i think, i game some, crysis and a few other games)
So I guess next week I am going to start to order with the kit I listed then?
 
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