Hey everyone! I'm really struggling with the noise levels of my PC. The fans get way too loud for no clear reason, especially when waking it from sleep mode. I noticed that the CPU temperature spikes up to 70°C, and even though I set the CPU fans to run at full speed, it still takes too long for the temperature to come down. I have an AMD Ryzen 7 7700X along with a be Quiet! Dark Rock TF2 cooler and a Fractal Design North case. Some folks say the cooler should be fine, while others think it might not be adequate for the 7700X. I've worked in quieter environments with multiple PCs running, so it's frustrating that mine is so loud. What should I do to resolve this?
3 Answers
You should definitely take a look at your fan curve settings in the BIOS. Setting the fans to only hit full speed at a higher temperature, like around 95°C, can really help reduce noise during normal use. If your CPU isn't too hot, the fans can run slower and quieter.
First off, consider reapplying thermal paste to your CPU; that can really help with heat transfer. Even though your PC is relatively new, thermal paste can degrade over time, and it’s a good maintenance step to take. The cooler itself should be fine for your setup.
It’s true; a proper thermal paste application can make a difference. You might want to do it anyway, just to ensure it's applied correctly.
Sounds like your cooler is adequate for the Ryzen 7 7700X. Just adjust the fan curve so the fans don't ramp up unless necessary. Make some tweaks in the BIOS to ensure they stay quiet until the CPU really needs cooling.
I've seen your curves, and they look good! Just fine-tune them a bit, and you should notice a significant drop in noise.