I'm upgrading my PC and need some suggestions on an AIO cooler to use with my 9800X3D to keep the temperatures cool during gaming. I have a Corsair Crystal Series 680X mid-tower case, which means I can only fit a 240mm or a 280mm AIO. Unfortunately, I can't go for a 360mm AIO at the front since it would block my GPU. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated!
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You should be fine with any decent AIO. I've got a Peerless Assassin on my 9800X3D in a D31 case, and it never goes above 75°C even under heavy load. Brands like Kraken, Liquid Freezer, or EK Nucleus should work well too since the 9800X3D runs cooler than my old 13700K.
Totally agree! Those 13th and 14th gen CPUs run hot. I'm using an i5 14600K and it gets super toasty, even with a top-notch air cooler and good airflow. I've tried undervolting, but it's still hitting 96°C at full load!