Which configuration should we use for the fans?
Which configuration should we use for the fans?
This configuration tells you how fans interact with each other. Push means one fan moves air to another, while pull means it does the opposite. For your Phanteks Enthoo Luxe radiator setup, you should arrange the fans so that they work together effectively.
Push or pull settings generally describe the fan's direction relative to the heatsink of a cooler. When the fan directs air onto the heatsink to dissipate heat, it is "pushing" the air directly against it. Conversely, when it removes warm air from the heatsink, it is "pulling" the air away. If a shroud is present, pulling can sometimes enhance cooling effectiveness.
Iver Hicarte :
Could you clarify what this setup means for the fans?
Push or pull refers to how air moves through the system. This configuration affects fans by directing air either into the radiator from outside or pushing it down, depending on the fan placement.
OH! For your Phanteks Enthoo Luxe case, if you place your radiator on top, you should mount fans in the attic above it—using them to draw air in and push it through the radiator. Alternatively, you can have fans on top pushing air into the case or on the bottom pulling it out.
Never use preheated case air for cooling; it can cut efficiency by up to half.
The Luxe with a 3 x 140mm radiator handles high loads like 6700k and 1070 efficiently.
Push or pull settings generally describe the fan's direction relative to the heatsink of a cooler. When the fan directs air onto the heatsink to dissipate heat, it is "pushing" the air directly against it. Conversely, when it removes warm air from the heatsink, it is "pulling" the air away. If a shroud is present, pulling can sometimes enhance cooling effectiveness.
Georgy is right. "PULL" indicates the fan draws air through the radiator, positioning the exhaust on the opposite side from the radiator.
A push-pull setup uses fans on both sides moving air in the same direction, but this is often discouraged since the second fan adds little benefit.
*CPU temperature tends to be LOWER when air flows into the case (bringing cooler air into a warmer space), though I don’t advise it because:*
a) liquid cooling usually suffices, and
b) heating the internal case can cause problems like throttling in graphics cards.
You might want to use PCPARTPICKER to locate liquid coolers. A 240mm radiator with two fans side by side works well for an i5/i7 quad-core "K" series if you plan to overclock.
If the CPU isn’t overheating like an i5-4590, i5-6500 or lower, a cooler such as a Cryorig H7 could be better.
You’re allowed to use a 240mm radiator (120mm, 140mm available) on top. Up to 360mm in front is possible, but I prefer a larger fan.
The Corsair H105 is a solid choice, though the radiator is quite thick—check compatibility:
http://pcpartpicker.com/product/Ld3RsY/c...w9060016ww
Some coolers are noisier than needed. I favor models that keep the fan at around 800 RPM or less, ensuring quiet operation and adequate cooling.
It's helpful to discover such options. On low power settings the fans operate quietly enough for most CPUs. An i7-4770K ran at 4.2GHz with 80°C, which is the maximum I’d accept. The i7-4790K stays cooler; I’d stick to its default 4.4GHz if available, since voltage changes greatly impact temperature. Skylake performs well as well. Here are some additional cooler suggestions: Among these, the Kraken 61 seems to offer good value. You should install the CAM software, though some users skip this step.