I've noticed that the side panels of my PC get really hot while I'm gaming. I have an AIO cooler mounted on top of my case, and I've heard that can make things warm up there. However, it's the side panels that are concerning me. Is there anything I can do to help with this issue without significantly increasing the noise level? I'm wondering if my GPU, a 7900XTX, could be the cause of this heat.
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As long as your CPU, GPU, motherboard, and RAM temperatures are within safe limits, the heat from your side panels shouldn't be a huge worry. They won’t melt or anything! Just make sure you've got good airflow in your case. One tip is to add more case fans; you can run them at lower speeds to keep the noise down while ensuring good air circulation. Check your fan settings to optimize for both performance and quiet operation.
What are acceptable temps for these components? My CPU hits 70°C while gaming, and my GPU is at 55°C, but using a thermometer, my case temp is reaching 90°F.