The R7 5800X3D is designed for optimal cooling performance.
The R7 5800X3D is designed for optimal cooling performance.
Noctua U12s work fine, though that detail isn't crucial... solid case cooling and PBO are key for better performance. If you're worried, try setting PBO to -10 and check the results; you probably won't need it all the way to -30. Also, I'm currently using PBO off, and during gaming I usually see around 50-60°C max. That means I don't need it. My CPU/GPU stays in that range most of the time. Still, give it a shot with PBO enabled. Edited June 5, 2023 by Mark Kaine – typos included.