CPU_FAN and CPU_OPT are entirely different and serve distinct purposes in the context of a computer cooling system. CPU_FAN or CPU Fan Header is the primary 4-pin fan header on a motherboard, and it ...

Another common mistake is omitting the rear fan. This fan is one of the most important in the system because it sits in the ...

So I've been looking into cases for my new Ryzen build, and I've been through a LOT of dead ends, but for now, I have found what might be a decent option: the Thermaltake Suppressor F31. Yes, it rips ...

Recent high-end processors from the Raptor Lake Refresh and Ryzen 7000 series have made it extremely important to understand why users shouldn't settle for just any CPU cooler. Record-breaking ...

Razer is known for making PC peripherals, laptops, and — um — face masks, but the company now wants to be front of mind when you go to upgrade your PC. To that end, it has announced four new products, ...

You don't have a lot of clearance for the fan intake. I think noctua recommends pushing through the heatsink but in this case I would try sucking through so that you have more room for air intake- I ...

I've built in cases that move plenty of air on paper, yet still struggle with higher temperatures and louder fans because ...