Consider placing the CPU and GPU radiators either in the intake or exhaust positions.
Consider placing the CPU and GPU radiators either in the intake or exhaust positions.
I'm looking for advice on how to position the fans and radiators inside my nzxt h440 case for best airflow. I have a 240mm radiator for the CPU and intend to add a 120mm AIO cooler for my 1080. Should I place both radiators at the top/back as exhausts or put them in the front as intakes? Any suggestions would be helpful!
I developed this and tested it myself, and the best cooling comes from putting radiators on the front (intake). Since the intake air will be much cooler than inside the case, placing them there won’t cost you anything. Just make sure to put exhaust fans to pull heat away from other parts like the RAM and motherboard. P.S., is this your computer? It looks great.
I developed this and tested it myself, and the best cooling comes from putting radiators on the front (intake). Since the intake air will be much cooler than inside the case, placing them there won’t cost you anything. Just make sure to put exhaust fans to pull heat away from other parts like the RAM and motherboard. P.S., is this your computer? It looks great.
Makentox :
I developed this idea and tested it myself, and the best result comes from putting radiators at the front (intake). Since the intake air will be significantly cooler than inside the case, placing them there won’t cause any issues. Just make sure to install exhaust fans to remove heat from other parts like the RAM and motherboard.
PS, Is it your computer? It looks great.
That’s what I was thinking. You might just keep the 140mm fan in place and move the radiator forward.
And here’s another picture with it installed.
I have more questions about this configuration. How significant will it be to raise case temperatures when both rads are positioned ahead? Also, does the filter in front limit temperatures if rads are placed there? My main worry is placing rads beneath the pumps, since I’m aware that’s generally not advised. I’m unsure if it’s possible to have both rads in front without one being below its pump.