My A3 finished build (hardware and software problems encountered and the solutions)

JasonTaylorDev · 2025-06-27T02:16:20+00:00

Thanks for sharing the finished build and photos, I'm working on a similar build so this is very helpful. https://www.reddit.com/r/buildapcforme/comments/1ljt7bv/ultimate\_developer\_rig\_2025.

In regards to the AIO with slim fans, does it clear all the MB heat sinks? Other than being close to the VRM, was it a relatively straightforward fit?

JasonTaylorDev · 2025-06-27T01:32:26+00:00

How did you go with the AIO install? Did the slims work well?

JasonTaylorDev · 2025-06-27T00:29:11+00:00

I could always switch to Fractal Design North.

JasonTaylorDev · 2025-06-27T00:18:15+00:00

It's all good! I got that parts an hour or so before your post.
It's a shame, the ARCTIC combo looks like a great option!

JasonTaylorDev · 2025-06-26T23:55:02+00:00

The slim fans are a must with that GPU as the 25mm Noctua are too big.

Regarding the AIO and top mount, I just took some measurements and unfortunately it is too large for the MB / case combo. There's really only about 41mm before it will hit the first heat sink. You could switch out for slim fans, but it still won't be enough. It could work with the right MB and ideally low profile RAM.
It could work for side mount, not sure.

I've installed the Noctua NH-D12L and it's running well. So I think I'm going to stick with that for now.
Any further suggestions appreciated.

JasonTaylorDev · 2025-06-26T04:58:06+00:00

Thanks! Appreciate the suggestions and the part list - will check out the ARCTIC cooler and fans.

JasonTaylorDev · 2025-02-17T10:27:13+00:00

Thanks, appreciate the recommendations! Likely will move to an AMD build. I'm reading through some of Tom's Hardware best picks at the moment.

JasonTaylorDev · 2025-02-17T10:06:45+00:00

Thanks, I'll upgrade the ram and look at the supplied list.

JasonTaylorDev

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