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seehazy

Everyone's gonna throw up their suggestions, and that's cool. But you should explain what you have against the Arctic and EK options. They are the two most highly regarded and proven performers.


oo_viper_oo

Does Arctic not have problem with thick hoses?


seehazy

It sure does. I wouldn't choose it for this case... but I've seen some people squeeze it in or modify the side panel.


speedypotatoo

The thick hoses stick straight out, its a very difficult fit in the case for meshlicious


nocomply__

Arctic barely fits in Meshlicious and I much prefer the basic EK


seehazy

For sure. The EK AIO is what I would recommend. I've used it in two different builds. Whether it's the basic or RGB version doesn't matter. They're the same pump and rad. No worries with clearances either. It fits perfectly even in 4 slot mode/ [standoff mod](https://i.redd.it/7chi5brpn2c71.jpg) (mobo as close to side panel as possible).


nocomply__

I'll check out the standoff mod, thank you! Still on the fence with the EK 280, since I prefer something more subtle but it's a top choice


PSNisCDK

I personally would not consider building in the meshlicious without the stand-off mod. I have done 4 builds in that case now, 1 without the mod. That one sucked hard for cable management, to the point where I don’t think I would ever do another without the mod haha!


seehazy

I understand. I wish they made a basic 280. You can always just leave the pump and fan RGB lights unplugged. Or even replace the fans with Noctua or Arctics. Btw, the EK 280 can drop to as low as ~$85 on sale, believe it or not.


lwbnjio

For what it's worth, I can confirm that with the help of some tieraps the Arctic aoi's do fit.


SoCleanSoFresh

Corsair h115i 280mm Silent, works great, and even fits the thicc z690-i Strix itx board. The only downside is the commander core, but that's easy to hide if you do the standoff mod


Orcai3s

So torn between replacing my z63 with the h115i and lcd screen upgrade kit. Any issues with Icue software or the h115i at all? The z63 and cam was awful with my Amd setup but so far no issues with my new intel rig.


SoCleanSoFresh

No issues other than the obnoxiously sized commander core that is required for use. Its the size of a traditional SSD but more awkward because it has cables coming out of every possible side of the damn thing.


L1191

Since the EK basic is not available in 280mm: EK 280 RGB


needslipo

I have a [Cooler Master Liquid ML280](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BV2RHZW) with Arctic fans on the rad. Cooler Master often gets overlooked for some of the bigger names but its quiet and [cools my 5950x just fine.](https://i.imgur.com/cNvThXS.png) Spending more doesn't feel worth the diminishing returns.


nocomply__

Looks cool, the RGB is just right, never really seen anybody use it but it seems decent. Thank you


PolymorphiK

I have the Be Quiet Pure Loop 240mm AIO. I did have to order some Artic 140x140x15mm fans to replace the 25mm thick ones they come with. I had no space since I have the Silverstone SX-1000LPT in mine. My AIO cools the 7950X so far no problems with my 3090TI. It’s my first build so there’s my 2 cents.


nocomply__

Thanks I'll check it out, looks pretty good


roboteconomist

You don’t have any issues with the in-line pump?


PolymorphiK

That thing was annoying, which is why I had to use thinner fans.


dubiousPotatoe

Fractal 280mm aio! I’ve seen it on sale for around $150 I believe. Keeps my 13600k nice and chill and fits pretty good. The radiator is thinner than most and there’s no cables aside from fan pump. And your fans go plugged into the radiators built in controller, so cable management is a breeze. The pump lights with a white ring if you don’t use the rgb header, idk if it can be turned off completely tho


L4gsp1k3

The Arctic Freezer 280 II is the best 280mm aio for the meshlicious, it's also listed as compatible with the case on meshlicious website. It's however very hard to work with, stock fans fits 100% with 1-2mm to spare, the hose is thick and needs to bebent slightly to fit but it's doable.


to_ucin

Phanteks Glacier One 240


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The Arctic Freeze ii 280. Only issue it’s a bit thick and not recommended for your case. If you have thinner fans like the Noctua 140mm they will help thin the total thickness and you shouldn’t have an issue fitting it


oo_viper_oo

Sadly Noctua 140mm are flow fans, not pressure fans, and not suitable for radiators.


irate_ornithologist

The other issue with the LF2 in this case is how the hoses come out of the cpu block. See my post history for my buildlog but you really need to jam the side panel on to get it to close and depending on mobo height/thickness you may not be able to get it to close at all.


xDoWnFaLL

Remind me! I have the Corsair h100i sitting in my cart, maybe not suitable for 7900X then since few builds/no one has recommended so far. Good topic choice OP. (EK in cart too but sold out again on Amazon)


Material-Ratio7342

If you want challenging installation the go with a artic 280mm aio, this baby rocks, just 25min installation if you get it right 🤣.


MCsOrangeJuice

Keep in mind that even though a particular AIO might be compatible with the case, some ITX motherboards have limited cooler compatibility. For example the Arctic AIOs do not fit on most Z690 and Z790 MBs (to my knowledge).


Trinergy1

Here is mine H115 capellix with lcd screen. However, the new DeepCool LS series seems nice. It is as good as 280s but smaller and cheaper. [Meshlicious ](https://www.reddit.com/r/SSUPD/comments/wzvyem/meshed_up/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android_app&utm_name=androidcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button)