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Best CPU Cooler for i7-5930k overclocked

Hello,
Building a new Windows 7 system and I have a question about 2 CPU cooler options to go over an i7-5930K that I'd like to overclock.  I prefer to use the CM Hyper 212 EVO, but I'm not sure if it will provide enough cooling once the CPU is OC'd.  Another choice is the Noctua NHD15, a choice of some gamers that overclock.  So, which one would be the best choice for cooling?

The Noctua requires a back plate and the HAF 932 Advanced case that I'll be using dose have a hole under the CPU, but having used this case before, the hole doesn’t line up exactly under the CPU (hole's kinda small too) so even though PC Partpicker says they are compatible, I’m not sure and would love to know if anyone has used this case and the Noctua together.

Here's a partial part list:
OS: Win7 Pro 64bit SP1

CPU: Intel i7-5930k  

CPU Cooler #1: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO

CPU Cooler #2: Noctua NHD15 82.5

MOBO: ASUS ROG Rampage V Extreme/U3.1  

RAM: G.Skill Ripjaws  4x8gb DDR4 3000 This RAM is 40mm tall and will fit under the second fan, once it is moved up.

Case:  HAF 932 Advanced


Thanks,
Ana
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Thanks Merete,

Yes, this is a high air flow case with lots of openings in the top, back, front and one side.  it has a total of 4 case fans as well.  I've used this case for three builds and I love it and never had any heat issues in the past.  My only concern now was that I was hoping to overclock the CPU and wasn't sure if the Hyper 212 EVO would be the best choice for a cooler under those circumstances.  Thanks for clearing it up though, because I also like the EVO. I've used it in two other builds, its very easy to install and kept my CPUs well within their heat range tolerances.
Great we are both using the same cpu cooler, I love my new system and built it for the Steam game Skyrim while my older is still here on a KVMP switch... Am very happy with the Centurian.
All the best and glad to have helped.
Cheers