Is RAM Clearance a Problem with the Thermalright Phantom Spirit?
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CoolCoder123
Hey everyone! I'm building my first PC specifically for 1440p gaming and I'm trying to finalize my parts list. You can check it out here: https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/ZTGqnp. My main worry is about the airflow and RAM clearance when using the Thermalright Phantom Spirit cooler. I've heard you can move the front fan up a bit to make room for the RAM, but that seems like a bit of a hack to me. Would it be better to just swap out the Phantom Spirit for something like the Thermalright Aqua Elite 360 V3 AIO? I want to stay within budget while still getting the best performance and cooling I can. I'm also thinking of adding three intake fans at the bottom, but I'm open to any advice or suggestions you all may have. Thanks!
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Moving the fan is a decent option; I've done it on my 9800x3d without any issues. But if that doesn’t sit right with you, yeah, just consider going for a different cooler. There's plenty of good ones out there without the clearance fuss.
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It looks like you're using low-profile RAM, which should work fine without needing to shift the fan around too much. I had some TG Delta RGB RAM that was pretty tall, but now I'm using a G.Skill low-profile kit that fits perfectly. Just double-check how tall your RAM sticks are!
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