What should I do to optimize and learn about my new high-end PC?
I'm getting back into PC gaming after spending the last several years focused on raising a family. I recently bought a high-end system with a Ryzen 9850X3D, Gigabyte…
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Is a 12-Fan PC Setup Excessive?
I currently have 12 case and radiator fans: three on top, three on the right, two on the bottom, one on the left, and three attached to a…
Is a 12-Fan PC Build Excessive?
I currently have 12 case and radiator fans: 3 on top, 3 on the right side, 2 on the bottom, 1 on the left, and 3 attached to…
How many case fans do I need for a quiet PC?
I'm trying to make my PC as quiet as possible. I replaced the original case fans with three Be Quiet! Pure Wings 3 120 mm fans—two intake fans…
Can I run my AIO fans from a SYS_FAN header instead of CPU_FAN1?
I built this PC two days ago, and the fans on my Liquid Freezer 3 Pro 360 were stuck around 3000 RPM regardless of the BIOS settings. Updating…
How can I reduce noise and fan revving in my new compact PC build?
I recently assembled a PC in a Lian Li A3 case with a 9800X3D, 9070 XT, and a 240 mm AIO. Because the RAM is about 2 mm…
How can I reduce fan noise and revving in my new PC build?
I recently ordered parts for a compact PC build in a Lian Li A3 case, using a Ryzen 7 9800X3D with an AIO cooler and a Radeon RX…
How should I configure my case fans before I install a GPU?
I'm putting together my first PC and will be using integrated graphics until I can afford a dedicated GPU. The Lian Li Lancool 207 includes two front intake…
Why does my GPU and CPU run hotter on Fedora than on Windows 11?
I'm running Fedora 44 with KDE Plasma and comparing its temperatures with the same hardware on Windows 11. I configured LACT and CoolerControl, making sure CoolerControl does not…
Why does Fedora run hotter than Windows 11 on the same hardware?
I'm running Fedora 44 with KDE and comparing it against Windows 11 on the same system. I configured LACT and CoolerControl, making sure CoolerControl does not manage the…
How can I estimate my PC’s noise level before building it?
I'm planning a new gaming PC and would like to get an idea of how loud it will be at idle and during gaming before buying the parts.…
Are 45–55°C idle temperatures and loud fan spikes normal for a Ryzen 9 9950X3D with a 360mm AIO?
I recently finished a build with a Ryzen 9 9950X3D, an ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 360, and an MSI MAG Tomahawk WiFi MAX motherboard. At idle, the…
How Can I Make My i7-14700KF Cooler Quieter?
I recently bought an Intel Core i7-14700KF that came with a Cooler Master Elite Liquid 240 AIO cooler. After installing it, I noticed the fans occasionally ramp up…
What’s the most cost-effective way to make my 5800X3D PC quieter?
My system has a Ryzen 7 5800X3D cooled by a Thermalright Peerless Assassin with its included fans, a Radeon RX 9070, and a Cooler Master MasterCase H500. The…
What fan curves should I use for an AIO push-pull PC build?
I copied a PC build I liked, but I'm not sure how to configure the CPU, radiator, case, and GPU fan curves. The system uses an AIO cooler…
What Are the Safe Temperature Ranges for a 4070 Super?
Hey everyone! I'm trying to figure out if the temperatures on my RTX 4070 Super are safe. I'm currently using the base driver fan curve without making any…
How Can I Optimize My PC's Fan Control for Better Cooling?
I'm trying to find the best way to optimize the fan curves for my PC cooling setup, but I'm a bit lost on where to start. Noise isn't…
Is a CPU temperature of 35 degrees Celsius normal when idle?
Hey, I'm pretty new to PCs, so please bear with me! I've got an AIO cooler, the Ryujiin Extreme 360, and I'm noticing that my fan is running…
How to Reduce Noisy Fans in My New PC Build?
I recently built a new PC with a Define R7 chassis, featuring 3 Fractal Design X2 GP-14 fans, a Ryzen 9900X processor, an RTX 4080 graphics card, and…
Are my CPU idle temperatures of 46-48°C normal for a Ryzen 9 9800X3D?
I just wrapped up my new PC build and I'm feeling a bit stressed about the temperatures I'm seeing. My setup includes three Noctua A12x25 fans as intake,…