EK 4870x2 Waterblocks are up

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08-14-2008, 06:04 AM
lyl

EK 4870x2 Waterblocks are up

I hate to do it, but I just know how much XS loves the new EK block pron. Heres the 4870x2 full cover block that appears to be released today! Eddy got these out faster than I thought

They appear to be in stock, too

http://ekwaterblocks.com/shop/images/4870X2-Acetal.jpg

http://ekwaterblocks.com/shop/images/4870X2-Nickel.jpg

http://ekwaterblocks.com/shop/images/4870X2.jpg

http://ekwaterblocks.com/shop/images/4870X2-Back.jpg

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Technical data:
- dimensions of copper base: 206 x 118,5 x 8mm
- dimensions of acrylic top: 207 x 119,5 x 8mm
- threads: 4 x G1/4
- fittings size: optional
- weight: 970 g
08-14-2008, 06:08 AM
biggles1

"Blocks will be available after 20.8.2008"
08-14-2008, 06:23 AM
lyl

Ah, didnt see that part. Thanks.
08-14-2008, 06:48 AM
disruptfam

Put me down for 1 please!!! hot

http://ekwaterblocks.com/shop/images/4870X2-Nickel.jpg

nice work eddy out so fast!
08-14-2008, 06:53 AM
gxavier

MM hot. These new cards are tempting.... maybe 2 of them in crossfire! But then I'd have to buy another board :/
08-14-2008, 06:56 AM
disruptfam

and a 30" monitor...
08-14-2008, 07:05 AM
lyl

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Originally Posted by disruptfam

and a 30" monitor...

For reals... 4870x2 CF is barely showing to be useful performance gains anyway. (atlesat from what ive seen+heard)
08-14-2008, 07:31 AM
Kaldor

Yeah, to really push a a pair of 4870X2's you would need a 30" monitor and have to have every graphic option maxxed. Theres been a few reviews out there that show high resolutions plus lots of eyecandy (AA, etc) really puts the 4870X2 in a league of its own.
08-14-2008, 07:47 AM
gxavier

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Originally Posted by disruptfam

and a 30" monitor...

Like my dell 3007WFP? :D
08-14-2008, 08:03 AM
dethred

Would two MCR220 radiators even cool this in a loop with a Q6600 at 3.6ghz/1.4v?
08-14-2008, 09:50 AM
Captain Zero

I'm buying 2 HD4870X2's in the next day or two (need to finalize the rest of my build) and I haven't found any decent WC options for these. ASETEK is supposed to have something out but can't find them anywhere. Who or what is 'Eddy' so I can order a couple of these?
08-14-2008, 09:52 AM
Broken

Quote:

Originally Posted by Captain Zero

I'm buying 2 HD4870X2's in the next day or two (need to finalize the rest of my build) and I haven't found any decent WC options for these. ASETEK is supposed to have something out but can't find them anywhere. Who or what is 'Eddy' so I can order a couple of these?

EK waterblocks.
08-14-2008, 09:54 AM
Captain Zero

Yeah thanks, found 'em. Good grief, 2x is going to be well over $350 USD w/shipping.
08-14-2008, 09:58 AM
MrMojoZ

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Originally Posted by Captain Zero

Yeah thanks, found 'em. Good grief, 2x is going to be well over $350 USD w/shipping.

Sorry, no one buying 2 4870x2s gets to complain about prices. :shakes:
08-14-2008, 10:08 AM
gxavier

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Originally Posted by MrMojoZ

Sorry, no one buying 2 4870x2s gets to complain about prices. :shakes:

Quote for truth!

two x2's = 1200 dollars. whats another 350 for full cover blocks?

If 350 is too much, just strap on four mcw60s! :rofl:
08-14-2008, 10:15 AM
shabranigdo

I belive their are ram chips on the backs of the cards, how are those cooled with the EK blocks, is there some kind of backplate?
08-14-2008, 10:24 AM
lyl

There are EK backplates for other cards, so I dont see why not
08-14-2008, 10:27 AM
zlojack

The 3870 X2 block had backplates, so I would imagine that will be the case with these.
08-14-2008, 11:22 AM
RADCOM

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Originally Posted by Captain Zero

Yeah thanks, found 'em. Good grief, 2x is going to be well over $350 USD w/shipping.

your $5000+ rig will appreciate it and yes I am jealous lol :up:
08-14-2008, 11:44 AM
gabe

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Originally Posted by gxavier

Quote for truth!

two x2's = 1200 dollars. whats another 350 for full cover blocks?

If 350 is too much, just strap on four mcw60s! :rofl:

Actually four MCW60's will fit quite well. But I don't want to hi-jack this thread. so we'll start a new one about the subject matter.
08-14-2008, 11:52 AM
gxavier

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Originally Posted by gabe

Actually four MCW60's will fit quite well.

If I had one or two of those cards, i'd totally do it! I've never been a fan of full cover blocks anyways that end up being useless after you invest in a new card.
08-14-2008, 11:58 AM
roofsniper

wasn't there some concern about cooling the plx chip that 2 mcw-60s couldn't do?
08-14-2008, 12:09 PM
gxavier

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Originally Posted by roofsniper

wasn't there some concern about cooling the plx chip that 2 mcw-60s couldn't do?

Nothing that a small heatsink and mini-kaze couldn't handle, i'm sure. You could plug the kaze right into the stock cooler pins!
08-14-2008, 12:18 PM
roofsniper

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Originally Posted by gxavier

Nothing that a small heatsink and mini-kaze couldn't handle, i'm sure. You could plug the kaze right into the stock cooler pins!

hmmmm i still haven't seen any pics of anyone doing that on a 3870x2 or a 4870x2 yet is there any around here?

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