I just got a new PC with an Intel i7-9700X and a GeForce 5070 Ti, housed in a P101 Silent case. The CPU cooler is a Coolleo Etian P60T Symphony VR 2 ARGB. Since I received it from a PC store, I've noticed that the CPU fan is really loud, almost like a jet engine, and I've only been using it for basic tasks like browsing with Chrome and watching movies on VLC. The rear fan also isn't spinning. I tried lowering the CPU fan curve in the BIOS to 40-50% until it hits 70°C to reduce the noise, but now the CPU temperature fluctuates between 75°C and 86°C without even gaming. Does this indicate a cooling issue?
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Intel CPUs can run pretty warm, but yours shouldn’t be reaching those temps while just doing light tasks. Have you tried reapplying thermal paste? If your fans are maxed out just to keep cool, that usually means there’s a problem with the cooler or the thermal paste wasn't applied correctly. It might be a good idea to take it back to the store and explain what's going on.
If you're hitting 60°C in the BIOS, it likely points to issues in your cooling setup. Things to check include the thermal paste quality, whether the heatsink sticker was removed, or if the cooler is mounted properly. You might want to open it up and check for any mistakes, though taking it back to the store could be safer since they built it.
I didn't build it myself, they did at the shop. I'm torn about whether to take it back or try fixing it myself.
The P101 Silent is known for having poor airflow, which can lead to overheating especially with stock coolers. Try removing the side panel and see if that helps lower the temps. If it does, it's likely more about the case than the cooler itself.
I picked this case for its silence, but it's funny how it's making my PC sound like a jet!
Yeah, it sounds like you definitely have a cooling problem. It could be due to inadequate thermal paste application, poor mounting of the cooler, or maybe they even left the protective plastic cover on your cooler. Definitely worth checking out.
What case and cooler are you using? Those temps do seem a bit high, but if you're in a warmer climate, it might not be surprising. Also, check your cooler to see if it's properly mounted and if airflow is adequate in your case.
My cooler is the Coolleo Etian P60T and the case is the Antec P101 Silent.
Yeah, it’s the Coolleo Etian P60T and the Antec P101 Silent case. Should I go back to the store?