Do I just need a CPU fan if my case comes with fans?
Posted by WiseEpicurus@reddit | buildapc | View on Reddit | 11 comments
This is my first build so excuse the dumb question. I just bought the case below:
MONTECH XR, ATX Mid-Tower PC Gaming Case: https://www.amazon.com/Mid-Tower-Pre-Installed-Full-View-Wood-Grain-Interface/dp/B0D5PHHCK5
Are these fans decent enough? I'll just need a fan for the CPU, correct?
If it matters I'm building around a 7900gre GPU and a ryzen 7600 CPU. Thanks!
TheMagarity@reddit
The non X 7600 works just fine with the stock cooler.
Smelly_Old_Man@reddit
With this case you don’t need extra fans. If you feel like your PC is running a little hot or a little loud you can always add or swap fans later.
So all that’s left is find a fitting cpu cooler.
WiseEpicurus@reddit (OP)
I saw someone in a YouTube video put a fan under their GPU within this case. If I were wanting to go the extra mile at some point (i just want to be within my budget for the time being), do you think that would be worth doing?
Smelly_Old_Man@reddit
That could be worth it if your gpu ends up running hot, but I don’t think I’d be necessary if you get a gpu with a good cooler to begin with.
WiseEpicurus@reddit (OP)
Appreciate it. I have bought the monitor, case and PSU so far. I will complete it in January and look forward to my first build!
Smelly_Old_Man@reddit
Good luck and have fun!
n7_trekkie@reddit
those fans are enough. you CPU comes with a fan, but you may replace it if you want it to be quieter and cooler
WiseEpicurus@reddit (OP)
Yes I am going to get an Assassin x120. I figure it's worth it over the stock CPU cooler and will fit within my budget. Thanks.
tybuzz@reddit
The 7600 CPU comes with a CPU fan. It's not great, but will work. Would be worth getting an inexpensive thermalright tower style cooler instead, imo, if only to keep noise down. The Assassin X120 is less than $20 and significantly better.
WiseEpicurus@reddit (OP)
That's the exact one I was going to get. Thanks.
dweller_12@reddit
You need a CPU cooler. The Ryzen 7600 retail boxed CPU comes with a cooler in the box that is sufficient for it. But you can buy a much better cooler for around $15-20.