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    Part Any aftermarket backplates for the MSI B550i? PLan to use with an IS-60 Evo

    thank you both! i might have to go with another cooler as I will be changing to an AIO eventually
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    Part Any aftermarket backplates for the MSI B550i? PLan to use with an IS-60 Evo

    I bought the MSI B550i without knowing about it's unusual backplate design. I really want an IS-60 Evo but the mounting is really off-putting for me. Are there any aftermarket options?
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    Log Black Ridge with dual Noctua fans or Noctua L-12S?

    Thanks guys! I'll be going with this setup
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    Log Black Ridge with dual Noctua fans or Noctua L-12S?

    I'm building an air cooled Meshlicious because I'll be taking a lot of flights next year. What would be better regardless of price?
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    2nd PC build ever and I fall into the SFF rabbithole.

    Hey, I'm a graphic designer and multimedia student. I've built a PC before but I decided to go SFF because I'll be migrating soon. Bought a Ghost S1 Taobao clone and currently shitting my pants because I'm unsure of my clearances, I think I'll be going SFF for the rest of my life. I have joined...
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    Discussion First SFF build, not sure what cooler to get. Any ideas?

    Went with the L12-S but if it ends up not fitting, I'll get a BS3!
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    Discussion First SFF build, not sure what cooler to get. Any ideas?

    Oh wow, that’s way more than the other two coolers. I think I’ll go with the L12S with a Chromax fan swap for best performance and aesthetics. I just hope I dont get any DOA parts haha. Thank you so much!
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    Discussion First SFF build, not sure what cooler to get. Any ideas?

    Yes, I have Corsair Vengeance LPX sticks so i think they fit? I actually had the Big Shuriken 3 in there because I liked how it looked as well. I guess L12S is the best choice, wonder how much better it would be with more heat pipes. Would you recommned anything aside from the 3 I mentioned...
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    Discussion First SFF build, not sure what cooler to get. Any ideas?

    I have a Kevcase v1.2 which fits a Noctua L12S without bending. I've been having a hard time choosing between the L12S, Big Shuriken 3, Blackridge, or something else? I'm willing to replace fans in the non Noctua coolers with Noctua Chromax fans as well. What could give me the best performance...