ARG! Too many freaking choices!

[garndawg]

OK, so the problem:

I'm upgrading from a 2009 system (775 socket). I had decided on a i5-4690k and AsRock Z97 Killer m/b and turned to finding a decent cooler.

So here's my problem.

I'm using an HTPC case, the Silverstone LaScala LC17, that will take a cooler up to about 100mm in height. But I can't find an air cooler in that size that has reviews for moderate overclocking.

First, I _must_ keep this case, for various reasons. So, the choice...

Is there a cooler out there that would work for me? I was almost set on the Noctura NH-L12. I'd be doing only moderate overclocking as watercooling and the like is just beyond my patience level.

Or does this case/cooler combo completely box me in and I should back off the 4690k and get a different chip and abandon o/c altogether?

Thanks in advance, folks.

 

[EXCellR8]

Typically lower profile cpu coolers aren't good choices for overclocking. Probably due to the fact that the fans are mounted atop and not to the side. You might be able to get away with something like the NH-L9X65 but even that isn't recommended for overclocking. With a good thermal compound though you might be able to squeeze a little more power out of the CPU.

I'd opt to just get the 4790k and not overclock but it's up to you...