I know I didn't really answer your question about which is better. My answer is that both types of systems are good and bad, so you have to take their qualities and weigh them for yourself.
I just finished setting up the Swiftech kit, and to tell you the truth, I'm a bit disappointed. The radiator isn't nearly as strong as I know a heatercore would be. I think I'll try shrouding it. Also, this kit came with 1/4" tubing with quick connections. The kit specs call this tubing 3/8", but they are talking about the outer diameter. I want to upgrade to true 3/8" ASAP. I'm wondering about the quick connections that the kit came with, though. I don't know if I should just use adapters or take the plunge and start hacking up the connections in the kit so they can take 3/8" barbs.
As for your question about overclocking with a TEC, I don't have the Swiftech TEC assembly, and I haven't directly cooled a processor with a TEC before, but I have a 226 watt pelt, 15 volt 32 amp power source, and Athlon XP 1800 sitting in my closet that I have yet to unleash.
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