I'm planning to upgrade from an R7 9700X to an R9 9900X3D and I need some help deciding on the best liquid cooling solution for this new setup. I'm currently using the Liquid Freezer III 360 (non-pro) and I'm curious if I should stick with it or consider other options. If budget isn't a concern, which liquid cooler would provide the lowest temperatures? I've done some research and came across a few coolers that have good temperature ratings: the Liquid Freezer III Pro 360, Lian Li Galahad II LCD 360, Lian Li Galahad II Trinity Performance 360, and the ROG RYUJIN III 360 ARGB Extreme. I have a Fractal North XL case, which can accommodate a 360mm radiator on top, and I'm wondering if a 420mm radiator in the front would be a more efficient configuration. Unfortunately, I can't get custom tubing where I am, which is a bummer as I would have preferred that option. Any suggestions?
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Honestly, your current Liquid Freezer III 360 is probably fine as it is. It should handle the R9 9900X3D without any issues. Upgrading might not give you as much of a temperature drop as you think. Did you have any specific temperature goals in mind?
Really? I thought I’d need something more powerful to keep up with that upgrade!