Which Air Cooler Should I Use with a Ryzen 7800X3D or 9800X3D and RX 9070 XT?
I'm planning a build with an RX 9070 XT, either a Ryzen 7 7800X3D or 9800X3D, and a Lian Li Lancool 217 case. I've been considering the Thermalright…
air coolers
Is an older, unused 120mm AIO cooler still worth buying?
My HP Omen is running hot, and I've seen people install Corsair H60 liquid coolers in similar systems. I found a supposedly brand-new H60 for $25, but it…
Are AIO Coolers Still Worth Using for CPUs and GPUs?
I'm planning my first full PC build in roughly 8–10 years, and I've noticed that newer builds seem to use fewer radiators and all-in-one coolers than I remember.…
Are AIO Coolers Still Worth Using for CPUs and GPUs?
I haven't built a complete PC in roughly 8–10 years, and while looking at newer builds, I noticed that GPU and CPU AIO liquid coolers seem less common…
Is the original Noctua NH-D15 enough for a Ryzen 9 9950X?
My brother is planning to buy a Ryzen 9 9950X bundle and is upgrading from a Ryzen 9 3900X. His current cooler is an older dual-tower air cooler…
How can I reduce the noise from my PC fans?
I've been using my computer build for some time, but the increasing noise from the fans has become really bothersome. I've already set up custom fan curves, yet…
Should I Stick with an Air Cooler or Switch to Water Cooling for My New PC Build?
I'm putting together a new PC with an RTX 5070 and a Ryzen 7 7800X3D in a Corsair 3500X case. Initially, I decided to use a Thermalright Phantom…
Is My CPU Overheating While Running Cinebench?
I'm testing a new CPU, the 9950x3d, for the first time using Cinebench and I'm hitting temperatures around 95 degrees during the full 10-minute run while clocking in…
What's the best way to apply thermal paste on an AM5 CPU?
I'm currently using a TM Phantom Spirit 120SE and I saw a video from Thermalright suggesting to use nine dots around the IHS when applying thermal paste. I've…
What's the Best CPU Cooler for Gaming and Future Upgrades?
I'm considering upgrading my CPU cooler and need some advice. I was initially looking at the Thermalright Aqua Elite V3, but I've heard it's not the best choice.…
Looking for a Quieter CPU Cooler than Liquid Freezer III Pro
I'm searching for recommendations for CPU coolers that are quieter than the Liquid Freezer III Pro. I'm open to both air and water cooling options, but I want…
Looking for Air Coolers with Fans on Top for My PC Build
I'm putting together a new PC and I'm not a fan of the traditional tower air coolers because they look pretty bulky. I really want to avoid AIO…
Best Air Cooler Alternatives for Ryzen 9 9950X3D?
I'm putting together a micro-ATX build with a Ryzen 9 9950X3D and really want to use an air cooler instead of an AIO due to their longevity and…
What's the Difference Between Thermalright Air Coolers?
I'm trying to get a handle on the different models of Thermalright Air Coolers because I see multiple lines and sub-names, and I'm a bit lost. I've come…
Is There a Better Cooler Than the Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE?
I'm on the hunt for a new CPU cooler because my current setup (Thermalright Phantom Spirit 120 SE) isn't cutting it for my Ryzen 7 9800X3D, especially when…