Determine which size offers the better choice by comparing 120mm and 240mm options.
Determine which size offers the better choice by comparing 120mm and 240mm options.
I own an R5 1600 with a blower 1070, both moderately overclocked (1.35v to the CPU) in an NZXT S340 Elite. I'm currently using a Cryorig H7 which is performing well for my CPU with temperatures in the 60s under load. The GPU cooler isn't doing enough. Without modifying the firmware, my main option is an NZXT G12 with an AIO. If I proceed, I'd like to maintain consistency by adding another AIO to the CPU as well.
My planned case includes a Corsair H100i v2 (240mm) at the front and a Corsair H80i v2 (120mm) at the back, plus a single 140mm fan at the top for exhaust. For this configuration, I'm considering running the 120mm to the GPU and the 240mm to the CPU. For appearance, I'd prefer the CPU to use the 120mm and the GPU to run on the 240mm. Are these configurations better than the current one? Does it really make a difference?
First I'd move your only fan to the back for better airflow. I'd set the 240mm to the GPU and the 120mm to the CPU. This should help keep both components cool.
First I'd move your only fan to the back for better airflow. I'd set the 240mm to the GPU and the 120mm to the CPU. This should help keep both components cool.