I'm trying to decide whether the Thermalright Phantom Spirit air cooler is sufficient for keeping my 9800X3D cool. I've heard that the 9800X3D might be a bit overkill paired with a 5070 GPU, but I'm really interested in future-proofing my setup. Here's my complete build for reference: [pcpartpicker link].
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Phantom Spirit is definitely strong enough! The 9800X3D will perform well, especially in competitive games.
Yes, the Phantom Spirit should be good enough for the 9800X3D. I don’t think it’s overkill either, but if you’re aiming for 4K gaming, you might reconsider and invest more in the GPU instead for a better overall experience.
I also use the Phantom Spirit with my 9800X3D, and it's a solid combo! No overheating issues at all here.
The Phantom Spirit is definitely more than enough to keep the 9800X3D cool. It doesn't run too hot, so you shouldn't run into any issues there. As for pairing it with the 5070, yes, it might be a bit over the top, and you could consider saving some cash by going with a 9600X and getting a more powerful GPU instead.
Totally agree! The 9600X paired with fast RAM could give you near 9800X3D performance, letting you invest in a better GPU without sacrificing much in gaming.
I've got a 9950X3D paired with the Phantom Spirit 120 EVO, and my temperatures are perfectly fine. Just make sure you have good airflow in your case. I'm using a Fractal Design Meshify 2 XL with plenty of fans, so it keeps everything cool.
Yeah, if you’re going for a more balanced build, a 9070XT with a 9600X could be a smarter buy.