Water Cooling Loop
Water Cooling Loop
Amen!
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I didn’t follow much regarding the XSPC block for the TR4 socket, but I remembered they kept their signature design elements with the detachable face/mounting plate. I also didn’t ask about the EX rads—if that’s correct, then you’re targeting the right temperatures with those fans. From what I understand, the Riing fans aren’t built for static pressure, and the rads aren’t mounted flush with the 140mm fans either. If you used pressure-optimized fans for the rads, you’d likely see improved temps, though with a bit more noise. That’s definitely true. Right now, I’m more satisfied with the temperatures after removing the top cover, and yes, those are EX360 rads. The only thing that bothers me is the response I got from Be Quiet. They said:
"Thank you for your patience. It seems our team is working on finding a better way to cool the case down. Please note this case was set for 'Silent'; therefore, during its construction we were focused on keeping it quiet. We are exploring mock-ups of parts to enhance cooling, but this testing will take time. In the meantime, removing the front panel could help improve airflow and keep things cooler. Stay tuned for future updates."
I can see why they’d have to examine the case design more closely—it’ll take some time. It was designed for 'Silent,' but in a way that sacrifices efficiency for silence. To be honest, even with the cover off, it’s still quieter than my last build, and the noise doesn’t change much. I hope they address this issue because Be Quiet cases are great, but there’s a major hot spot to fix. I found their suggestion of removing the front cover amusing—adding more air in front won’t solve the standing hot air problem up top...