Hey everyone! I'm in the process of upgrading my PC and could use some feedback on my plan and a question about fan setups. Here's what I currently have and what I'm planning:
**Current Setup:**
- Case: Antec GX330
- CPU: Ryzen 7 3700X
- Cooler: Arctic Freezer 34 Esports Duo
- GPU: Sapphire RX 480 8 GB
- Motherboard: ASUS TUF Gaming B550M-Plus
- RAM: Corsair Vengeance LPX 2x16 GB 3200 MHz
- PSU: Corsair RM750 (2019 model)
- Storage: 2x SSD NVME, 2x HDD 3.5 inch
**Planned Upgrades:**
- Case: Corsair FRAME 4000D RS ARGB (to be purchased)
- CPU: Ryzen 7 5800X (already bought)
- GPU: ASUS Prime 5070 Ti 16GB SFF (already bought)
My goal is to game comfortably at 1080p and eventually 1440p with decent thermals and manageable noise levels. By the way, I've also bought a Corsair 600W PCIe 5.0 12VHPWR type 4 PSU cable to power the 5070 Ti without using an adapter.
Now, for the fan setup: The 4000D RS comes with 3 RS120 ARGB fans as intake. I want to add 3 more RS120s: 1 for rear exhaust and 2 for top exhaust, giving me a total of 3 intake fans and 3 exhaust fans. Each RS120 fan is rated at about 0.4 A. However, my motherboard only has 2 PWM fan headers rated for 1 A max. I'm looking at using a Noctua NA-FH1 hub powered by SATA for this.
Here are my questions:
- Is it okay to connect all 6 case fans to a single header/hub so they follow the same PWM curve?
- Would it be better to have separate PWM curves for intake and exhaust fans?
- Should I consider purchasing different case fans, like the Arctic P12 Pro, instead of the RS120s if I'm not too concerned about RGB?
Thanks for any help you can offer!
3 Answers
Definitely a good move upgrading to the 5800X and 5070 Ti! As for the fan setup, running all six fans off one hub is totally fine as long as your hub is rated for it. Typically, it's easier to control everything under one PWM curve. But, if you want to keep things cooler, you might want different profiles for intake and exhaust.
If you don’t care about RGB, I recommend grabbing Arctic P12s or even Noctua fans—they're a bit higher priced but last forever and perform beautifully!
It's generally okay to connect multiple fans to a single header/hub as long as the maximum current draw doesn't exceed what's rated for that header. You're looking at 0.4 A per fan for 6 fans, which totals 2.4 A, so you'll want to ensure your hub can manage that. Usually, hubs are designed for this, but do double-check the specs to be safe! Using a single curve for all fans often works well for balanced airflow, but separating the intake and exhaust can give you finer control if you're seeking optimal thermal performance.
As for fan choices, Arctic P12 Pros are solid and quieter compared to the RS120s if you're not into the RGB look!
Just a heads up about your PSU connections: It's crucial to make sure your cables are compatible. Mixing cables can lead to issues, even within the same brand. It's good you've checked Corsair's compatibility chart. Always best to err on the side of caution! Good luck with your setup!
Absolutely! Safety first with PSU cables. Always better to do your research before plugging things in!
Yeah, I agree! The Arctic fans are known for being efficient and very quiet. Plus, they're not too pricey. Definitely a good call if RGB isn't a priority for you.