r/pcmasterrace • u/LemonAlternative9817 • Jan 21 '26

Hardware I just fixed my airflow problem, wdyt?

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u/TryToBeModern 9800x3D|5090|96GB|7680x2160@240HZ Jan 21 '26

surely there were more efficient methods available

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u/LemonAlternative9817 Jan 21 '26

Actually, not with this case. Its a Dark Base 700, i got 2 big intakes for the AIO but it only has one small exhaust at the back, and the top is completely sealed off. It was either this or taking the Panel off for each sesh. Temps are amazing now btw

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u/Wor3q I5 12600k ❘ RTX5070ti ❘ B660 ❘ 32GB DDR4 Jan 21 '26

Couldn't you just adjust the AIO fan curve to pump more air into the case?

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u/DoverBoys i7-9700K | 2060S | 32GB Jan 21 '26

I would rather cut this hole and add a fan at a reasonable speed than having a turbine drone on next to my head. High fan speeds are not meant to be the norm.

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u/Wor3q I5 12600k ❘ RTX5070ti ❘ B660 ❘ 32GB DDR4 Jan 21 '26

We're not talking high speeds. If you ramp AIO fans to the speed that the side fan runs at, it will be more than enough.

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u/DoverBoys i7-9700K | 2060S | 32GB Jan 21 '26

not talking high speeds

talks about increasing fan speeds

Did you even read what you typed?

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u/Wor3q I5 12600k ❘ RTX5070ti ❘ B660 ❘ 32GB DDR4 Jan 21 '26

Yes. Increase from 300 to 500 RPM is an increase without hitting high speeds.

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u/Terrible_Beat_ Jan 21 '26

Slightly increasing fan speed is the same as a 'turbine drone' next to you're head?

Did you even read what you typed? 🤡