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Jullion7
Junior Member
21
01-14-2021, 02:32 AM
#1
Approximate Purchase Timing:
This weekend / next week
Budget Range:
Around 2,500,00 € (~$2,900,00)
Usage of System from Most Important to Least:
Gaming / watching streams / Web
Are you purchasing a monitor:
No
Upgrade Components:
From scratch
Do you require an operating system:
No
Best Preferred Websites for Parts:
Germany-based retailers
Location:
Germany
Preferred Part Characteristics:
Affordable quality, quiet operation
Overclocking experience:
Uncertain, hasn't done it before
Multiple GPUs:
No
Monitor Resolution:
Supports 4K but I'm targeting 1440p gaming
Additional Notes:
Quiet/silent | minimal RGB effects needed | focused on upcoming titles (e.g., Witcher 4 / GTA IV, etc.)
And Most Importantly, Reasons for Upgrade:
My current PC is outdated
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 4.7 GHz 8-Core Processor
(€487.90 @ notebooksbilliger.de)
CPU Cooler:
Be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 5 CPU Cooler
(€86.89 @ Computeruniverse)
Motherboard:
Gigabyte B850 GAMING X WIFI6E ATX AM5 Motherboard
(€195.90 @ Amazon Deutschland)
Memory:
G.Skill Flare X5 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory
(€211.59 @ Proshop)
Storage:
Western Digital WD_Black SN850X 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD
(€149.99 @ Alza)
Video Card:
Sapphire NITRO+ Radeon RX 9070 XT 16 GB Video Card
(€808.79 @ Mindfactory)
Case:
Lian Li Lancool 207 ATX Mid Tower Case
(€94.88 @ Proshop)
Power Supply:
Be quiet! Straight Power 12 850 W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully Modular ATX PSU
(€173.89 @ Alternate)
Case Fan:
Noctua F12 PWM chromax.black.swap 54.97 CFM 120 mm Fan
(€26.90 @ Alza)
Case Fan:
Noctua F12 PWM chromax.black.swap 54.97 CFM 120 mm Fan
(€26.90 @ Alza)
Case Fan:
Noctua F12 PWM chromax.black.swap 54.97 CFM 120 mm Fan
(€26.90 @ Alza)
Case Fan:
Noctua A14 PWM chromax.black.swap 82.52 CFM 140 mm Fan
(€28.90 @ Alza)
Total:
€2429.03
Prices encompass shipping, taxes, and available discounts
Originally, I considered a different case (Meshify 3), but it was too large for my setup (52cm height / 20.47in width / 27cm depth). It fits but offers limited space at the top. The Lian Li Lancool 207 appears ideal for airflow and temperature control.
Specific concerns/questions:
- The cooler might be too loud for this case => searching for quieter options or shorter models
- Adding more fans could reduce RPM and noise – is that accurate? (Planning to use FanControl)
- Intake: 2x 140mm front / 2x 120mm bottom
- Exhaust: 3x 120mm top / 1x 120mm back
- Should intakes run at higher speeds than exhausts for better dust handling?
- The PSU size is 160mm – does this fit with the case?
- Any experience with a 160mm PSU and a Lian Li Lancool 207 setup?
- Also open to suggestions on quieter or more efficient parts, especially if 64GB RAM feels excessive for gaming, but I need room for other apps (I enjoy using Alt+Tab 😄)
)
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Jullion7
01-14-2021, 02:32 AM #1

Approximate Purchase Timing:
This weekend / next week
Budget Range:
Around 2,500,00 € (~$2,900,00)
Usage of System from Most Important to Least:
Gaming / watching streams / Web
Are you purchasing a monitor:
No
Upgrade Components:
From scratch
Do you require an operating system:
No
Best Preferred Websites for Parts:
Germany-based retailers
Location:
Germany
Preferred Part Characteristics:
Affordable quality, quiet operation
Overclocking experience:
Uncertain, hasn't done it before
Multiple GPUs:
No
Monitor Resolution:
Supports 4K but I'm targeting 1440p gaming
Additional Notes:
Quiet/silent | minimal RGB effects needed | focused on upcoming titles (e.g., Witcher 4 / GTA IV, etc.)
And Most Importantly, Reasons for Upgrade:
My current PC is outdated
PCPartPicker Part List
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 4.7 GHz 8-Core Processor
(€487.90 @ notebooksbilliger.de)
CPU Cooler:
Be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 5 CPU Cooler
(€86.89 @ Computeruniverse)
Motherboard:
Gigabyte B850 GAMING X WIFI6E ATX AM5 Motherboard
(€195.90 @ Amazon Deutschland)
Memory:
G.Skill Flare X5 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Memory
(€211.59 @ Proshop)
Storage:
Western Digital WD_Black SN850X 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD
(€149.99 @ Alza)
Video Card:
Sapphire NITRO+ Radeon RX 9070 XT 16 GB Video Card
(€808.79 @ Mindfactory)
Case:
Lian Li Lancool 207 ATX Mid Tower Case
(€94.88 @ Proshop)
Power Supply:
Be quiet! Straight Power 12 850 W 80+ Platinum Certified Fully Modular ATX PSU
(€173.89 @ Alternate)
Case Fan:
Noctua F12 PWM chromax.black.swap 54.97 CFM 120 mm Fan
(€26.90 @ Alza)
Case Fan:
Noctua F12 PWM chromax.black.swap 54.97 CFM 120 mm Fan
(€26.90 @ Alza)
Case Fan:
Noctua F12 PWM chromax.black.swap 54.97 CFM 120 mm Fan
(€26.90 @ Alza)
Case Fan:
Noctua A14 PWM chromax.black.swap 82.52 CFM 140 mm Fan
(€28.90 @ Alza)
Total:
€2429.03
Prices encompass shipping, taxes, and available discounts
Originally, I considered a different case (Meshify 3), but it was too large for my setup (52cm height / 20.47in width / 27cm depth). It fits but offers limited space at the top. The Lian Li Lancool 207 appears ideal for airflow and temperature control.
Specific concerns/questions:
- The cooler might be too loud for this case => searching for quieter options or shorter models
- Adding more fans could reduce RPM and noise – is that accurate? (Planning to use FanControl)
- Intake: 2x 140mm front / 2x 120mm bottom
- Exhaust: 3x 120mm top / 1x 120mm back
- Should intakes run at higher speeds than exhausts for better dust handling?
- The PSU size is 160mm – does this fit with the case?
- Any experience with a 160mm PSU and a Lian Li Lancool 207 setup?
- Also open to suggestions on quieter or more efficient parts, especially if 64GB RAM feels excessive for gaming, but I need room for other apps (I enjoy using Alt+Tab 😄)
)

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BernyTheMan
Member
180
01-14-2021, 04:10 AM
#2
You could consider Thermalright or Noctua for additional cooler options.
Your main reason for choosing 8 fans isn't clear without testing, but I'm curious if you prefer them regardless. Or perhaps you're not too concerned about the cost. The gap between 4 and 8 might actually be more noticeable in terms of temperature and sound than you think.
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BernyTheMan
01-14-2021, 04:10 AM #2

You could consider Thermalright or Noctua for additional cooler options.
Your main reason for choosing 8 fans isn't clear without testing, but I'm curious if you prefer them regardless. Or perhaps you're not too concerned about the cost. The gap between 4 and 8 might actually be more noticeable in terms of temperature and sound than you think.

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LeandroArtz
Member
138
01-14-2021, 11:59 AM
#3
Do you have any recommendations for coolers that operate quietly?
I found these models: Thermalright Burst Assassin 120, Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120, Noctua NH-D15S, Noctua NH-D15 (possibly a larger size), and a few others.
Any good ideas?
The possible reasons for the noise are:
1. more fans = lower RPM = quieter sound | thinking about using FanControl
2. increased airflow = cooler temperatures
Should I aim for fewer fans?
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LeandroArtz
01-14-2021, 11:59 AM #3

Do you have any recommendations for coolers that operate quietly?
I found these models: Thermalright Burst Assassin 120, Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120, Noctua NH-D15S, Noctua NH-D15 (possibly a larger size), and a few others.
Any good ideas?
The possible reasons for the noise are:
1. more fans = lower RPM = quieter sound | thinking about using FanControl
2. increased airflow = cooler temperatures
Should I aim for fewer fans?

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ShaneTV
Member
162
01-14-2021, 01:51 PM
#4
Peerless Assassin and Noctua D15 both carry strong reputations. It’s unclear how quiet the fans of the Assassin community are, but it might be possible to place a more subdued Noctua fan on the Peerless Assassin if needed. Increased numbers of fans generally lead to more noise. The extent to which you notice this depends on factors like your hearing sensitivity, case airflow differences, and your comfort with temperature changes. You’ll need to find a balance between temperature and noise levels. This trade-off is normal and unavoidable. Your own sensitivity and concerns about heat will likely influence your final choice. The Noctua fans tend to be quieter; you won’t perceive the same loudness difference as with 8 units compared to 4. The relationship between fan count, temperature, and noise might not be as strong as you expect. That’s why trying different options is recommended. You can also purchase any number of fans you prefer, though I have no idea how tight your budget is.
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ShaneTV
01-14-2021, 01:51 PM #4

Peerless Assassin and Noctua D15 both carry strong reputations. It’s unclear how quiet the fans of the Assassin community are, but it might be possible to place a more subdued Noctua fan on the Peerless Assassin if needed. Increased numbers of fans generally lead to more noise. The extent to which you notice this depends on factors like your hearing sensitivity, case airflow differences, and your comfort with temperature changes. You’ll need to find a balance between temperature and noise levels. This trade-off is normal and unavoidable. Your own sensitivity and concerns about heat will likely influence your final choice. The Noctua fans tend to be quieter; you won’t perceive the same loudness difference as with 8 units compared to 4. The relationship between fan count, temperature, and noise might not be as strong as you expect. That’s why trying different options is recommended. You can also purchase any number of fans you prefer, though I have no idea how tight your budget is.

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iTzMxritz
Member
61
01-14-2021, 08:41 PM
#5
I've owned my current PC for roughly 7 to 8 years now, and I'm planning to upgrade it. I want to be generous with the budget.
My goal is to lower the temperatures so the components last longer and avoid premature failure.
I think adjusting the fan count could help.
If I were using Noctua fans on the Peerless Assassin, wouldn't it make sense to opt for the NH-D15S instead?
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iTzMxritz
01-14-2021, 08:41 PM #5

I've owned my current PC for roughly 7 to 8 years now, and I'm planning to upgrade it. I want to be generous with the budget.
My goal is to lower the temperatures so the components last longer and avoid premature failure.
I think adjusting the fan count could help.
If I were using Noctua fans on the Peerless Assassin, wouldn't it make sense to opt for the NH-D15S instead?

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Talarane
Junior Member
15
01-27-2021, 02:55 PM
#6
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Talarane
01-27-2021, 02:55 PM #6

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xXDuckManXx
Member
68
02-02-2021, 08:20 PM
#7
PCPartPicker Teilenliste
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 4.7 GHz 8-Kern Prozessor
(€487.90 bei notebooksbilliger.de)
CPU-Kühler:
be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 5 CPU-Kühler
(€86.89 bei Computeruniverse)
Motherboard:
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI ATX AM5 Motherboard
(€234.11 bei Amazon Deutschland)
Speicher:
G.Skill Flare X5 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Speicher
(€211.59 bei Proshop)
Speicherlaufwerk:
Crucial T500 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Festplatte
(€149.99 bei Amazon Deutschland)
Grafikkarte:
Asus PRIME OC GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 16 GB Grafikkarte
(€879.00 bei Computeruniverse)
Hülle:
Lian Li LANCOOL 216 ATX-Mitteltower-Hülle
(€87.34 bei Amazon Deutschland)
Stromversorgung:
be quiet! Pure Power 12 M 850 W 80+ Gold Zertifiziert Vollmodular ATX Stromversorgung
(€134.90 bei Amazon Deutschland)
Gesamt:
€2271.72
Preise beinhalten Versand, Steuern und Rabatte bei Vorliebe
Erstellt von
PCPartPicker
2025-06-21 14:04 CEST+0200
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xXDuckManXx
02-02-2021, 08:20 PM #7

PCPartPicker Teilenliste
CPU:
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 4.7 GHz 8-Kern Prozessor
(€487.90 bei notebooksbilliger.de)
CPU-Kühler:
be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 5 CPU-Kühler
(€86.89 bei Computeruniverse)
Motherboard:
MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI ATX AM5 Motherboard
(€234.11 bei Amazon Deutschland)
Speicher:
G.Skill Flare X5 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) DDR5-6000 CL30 Speicher
(€211.59 bei Proshop)
Speicherlaufwerk:
Crucial T500 2 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME Festplatte
(€149.99 bei Amazon Deutschland)
Grafikkarte:
Asus PRIME OC GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 16 GB Grafikkarte
(€879.00 bei Computeruniverse)
Hülle:
Lian Li LANCOOL 216 ATX-Mitteltower-Hülle
(€87.34 bei Amazon Deutschland)
Stromversorgung:
be quiet! Pure Power 12 M 850 W 80+ Gold Zertifiziert Vollmodular ATX Stromversorgung
(€134.90 bei Amazon Deutschland)
Gesamt:
€2271.72
Preise beinhalten Versand, Steuern und Rabatte bei Vorliebe
Erstellt von
PCPartPicker
2025-06-21 14:04 CEST+0200

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goolst2003
Member
217
02-03-2021, 01:42 AM
#8
It looks like you've adjusted several components in your build.
The case choice is mainly influenced by temperature and airflow needs.
The Lancool 207 received positive feedback on these aspects, which helped me decide.
The Dark Pro 5 worked with the Meshify 3 case, but it was too large for my space.
Thanks for the feedback.
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goolst2003
02-03-2021, 01:42 AM #8

It looks like you've adjusted several components in your build.
The case choice is mainly influenced by temperature and airflow needs.
The Lancool 207 received positive feedback on these aspects, which helped me decide.
The Dark Pro 5 worked with the Meshify 3 case, but it was too large for my space.
Thanks for the feedback.

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Robx_33
Member
141
02-04-2021, 05:20 PM
#9
Check out the Deepcool coolers. The AK620's height isn't clear. Also, the Noctua NH-D12L is a short dual tower model at 145mm; it's shorter if needed.
https://www.guru3d.com/review/noctua-nh-...ler-review
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Robx_33
02-04-2021, 05:20 PM #9

Check out the Deepcool coolers. The AK620's height isn't clear. Also, the Noctua NH-D12L is a short dual tower model at 145mm; it's shorter if needed.
https://www.guru3d.com/review/noctua-nh-...ler-review

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sammie3001
Junior Member
46
02-05-2021, 02:59 PM
#10
You should consider getting a Nvidia graphics card if you plan to stream.
Optimize your OBS settings for the best possible stream quality.
www.nvidia.com
https://geizhals.de/?cat=gra16_512&xf=98...TX+5070+Ti
RTX 5070 Ti 16GB
This setup features sound-dampening side panels.
https://www.antec.com/product/case/flux-se
https://geizhals.de/antec-flux-se-0-7613...64627.html
Antec Flux SE €144,99
Produced by Seasonic.
https://www.montechpc.com/century-ii-850w
https://geizhals.de/montech-century-ii-g...83857.html
Montech Century II Gold 850W ATX 3.1 €94,90
This board offers improved VRM and audio codec options.
TUF GAMING B850-PLUS WIFI｜Motherboards｜ASUS USA
ASUS TUF GAMING B850-Plus WIFI: Military-grade motherboard with AMD Ryzen™ support, PCIe 5.0, WiFi 7, USB 20Gbps, and enhanced cooling for optimal performance.
www.asus.com
https://geizhals.de/asus-tuf-gaming-b850...81526.html
ASUS TUF Gaming B850-Plus WIFI €226,78
Quiet operation.
https://www.bequiet.com/en/cpucooler/5599
https://geizhals.de/be-quiet-pure-rock-p...27452.html
Be Quiet! Pure Rock Pro 3 €41,50
Includes SSD with DRAM cache.
https://www.msi.com/Storage/SPATIUM-M480...0-NVMe-M.2
MSI Spatium M480 Pro 2TB starting at €259,00 (2026) | Preisvergleich Geizhals Deutschland
✔ Price comparison for MSI Spatium M480 Pro 2TB ✔ Reviews ✔ Product details ⇒ Capacity: 2TB (approximately 1862.65GiB or 1.82TiB, more info available) • Design: Solid State Drives (SSD) ✔ Testimonials ✔ Affordable purchase
geizhals.de
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO 2TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD €148,99
https://geizhals.de/g-skill-flare-x5-sch...03771.html
G.Skill Flare X5 DDR5-6000 64GB (2x32GB) CL30 €206,60
And for a budget-friendly choice.
https://geizhals.de/amd-ryzen-7-7800x3d-...72867.html
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D €345,98
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sammie3001
02-05-2021, 02:59 PM #10

You should consider getting a Nvidia graphics card if you plan to stream.
Optimize your OBS settings for the best possible stream quality.
www.nvidia.com
https://geizhals.de/?cat=gra16_512&xf=98...TX+5070+Ti
RTX 5070 Ti 16GB
This setup features sound-dampening side panels.
https://www.antec.com/product/case/flux-se
https://geizhals.de/antec-flux-se-0-7613...64627.html
Antec Flux SE €144,99
Produced by Seasonic.
https://www.montechpc.com/century-ii-850w
https://geizhals.de/montech-century-ii-g...83857.html
Montech Century II Gold 850W ATX 3.1 €94,90
This board offers improved VRM and audio codec options.
TUF GAMING B850-PLUS WIFI｜Motherboards｜ASUS USA
ASUS TUF GAMING B850-Plus WIFI: Military-grade motherboard with AMD Ryzen™ support, PCIe 5.0, WiFi 7, USB 20Gbps, and enhanced cooling for optimal performance.
www.asus.com
https://geizhals.de/asus-tuf-gaming-b850...81526.html
ASUS TUF Gaming B850-Plus WIFI €226,78
Quiet operation.
https://www.bequiet.com/en/cpucooler/5599
https://geizhals.de/be-quiet-pure-rock-p...27452.html
Be Quiet! Pure Rock Pro 3 €41,50
Includes SSD with DRAM cache.
https://www.msi.com/Storage/SPATIUM-M480...0-NVMe-M.2
MSI Spatium M480 Pro 2TB starting at €259,00 (2026) | Preisvergleich Geizhals Deutschland
✔ Price comparison for MSI Spatium M480 Pro 2TB ✔ Reviews ✔ Product details ⇒ Capacity: 2TB (approximately 1862.65GiB or 1.82TiB, more info available) • Design: Solid State Drives (SSD) ✔ Testimonials ✔ Affordable purchase
geizhals.de
MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO 2TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD €148,99
https://geizhals.de/g-skill-flare-x5-sch...03771.html
G.Skill Flare X5 DDR5-6000 64GB (2x32GB) CL30 €206,60
And for a budget-friendly choice.
https://geizhals.de/amd-ryzen-7-7800x3d-...72867.html
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D €345,98

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