View Full Version : Is the Heatkiller backplate really worth it?
Brodel
05-26-2009, 02:39 PM
All my items are arriving tomorrow and I'm sure everyone is familiar with the desperation to build as soon as possible. Is the backplate highly recommended, or more of a precaution against bending the motherboard? If it's really really worth it, then I can order it and wait an extra day. If not then I can save some money and build tomorrow. :confused:
MomijiTMO
05-26-2009, 02:43 PM
I'd say yes.
[wait for someone with the block to confirm as I don't have it]
lennox
05-26-2009, 02:45 PM
IMO the backplate is worth it no matter what block you are using
Brodel
05-26-2009, 02:50 PM
okay, thanks. Is there any reason I couldn't use a 'standard' 1366 backplate like the one below, or should i spend a little more for the official one?
http://www.chilledpc.co.uk/shop/product_info.php?cPath=113_38&products_id=997
lennox
05-26-2009, 02:56 PM
I would go for the official one because the holes are threaded.
Brodel
05-26-2009, 03:50 PM
okay thanks, i didn't realise that. just ordered the official one.