I'm curious if the Thermalright Assassin X 120 Refined SE ARGB cooler can provide sufficient cooling for my build, which includes a Ryzen 7 5700X CPU and an RTX 5060 Ti GPU. Would appreciate any insights or experiences! Thanks in advance!
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I've been using the Thermalright Assassin X 120 with a 9600X, and it keeps things pretty cool. I think you'll be just fine with your setup!
Absolutely, it should work great for you! The Ryzen 7 5700X runs cooler than some models, so you shouldn't have any overheating issues at all. Plus, if you undervolt, you'll keep the temps even lower while maximizing performance! Definitely check out some tutorials on how to do that with your motherboard; it's a safe and easy process.
I'm running a 5800XT with just a stock Wraith Prism cooler, and it's doing fine without throttling, even if it can be somewhat noisy. The Thermalright cooler should be more effective, and you won't have any issues.
If you're leaning towards an AIO, I'd recommend at least a 240mm radiator. But since you're considering an air cooler, the Thermalright is solid, just on the budget side. I was torn between it and a Corsair Nautilus 240 RS myself, but it's a matter of preference!
I’ve got a Spirit SE with a 9800X3D, and it maxes out around 63 degrees under load. I’d say the Thermalright cooler should handle your setup well—your CPU runs cooler than mine!
Yeah, I know it's a budget cooler from a reputable brand. Just want to make sure I'm making the right choice between that one and an AIO!