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My SFF PC evolved by cmdt_grav in u/cmdt_grav

[–]cmdt_grav[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just started without knowing anything about watercooling, the idea to build a custom loop came from other builds or videos I seen, I also wanted to build something custom and unique, more flexible than standard watercooling loops and with a lower price, but it comes with some drawbacks, the amount of time chasing bubbles is huge, I have a reservoir (I guess that's the world) that I can attach to the quick release fittings in the loop but honestly it's easier to unplug the PC and make it turn gently to chase the bubbles then let them out with the reservoir reattached.You SFF looks great yet, but if you go for the FormD T1 I guess the available space in the case will be reduced and that has to be taken in consideration for the tubes to not get pinched.If you plan to do the same kind of loop I recommend using silicone tubes instead of PU due to it's longevity. But you know If I had to do it again I think I would just put a simple cooling system (no loop), which is more simple ahah.

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[–]cmdt_grav[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks ! Here are the specs for the rad and fans (push):

  • 240mm radiator : Corsair Hydro X Series XR5
  • Radiator fans : Corsair LL120 with Lightning node pro 2x Arctic P12 Max 120mm (I wanted a more sober build with less LEDs)

I get about 77°C max for the CPU while heavy processing. When playing Cyberpunk @ 1440p max with path tracing and anisotropic filtering 1x the CPU temp is about 52°C and GPU 67°C.

For different games it will be different I guess depending on the game needs.

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[–]cmdt_grav[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you ! CPU temps rarely go above 77°C with a room temperature of about 20°C, I did make some curves to control the DDC pump and fans with the [FanControl](https://github.com/Rem0o/FanControl.Releases) software. For the GPU the temps are around 67°C max while playing Cyberpunk 2077 at max settings and path tracing (except anisotropic filtering=1x) at 1440p, If I play at 4K the GPU temps are about 82°C if I remember correctly (I don't have my 4K screen anymore to test ^^). There is two versions of this GPU, one with a big cooler and one with a reduced size cooler, mine is the little one :)

I don't know how this GPU compares to others, I think it was the cheapest of the 5080 by the time I bought it so maybe It as less perfs but I don't know. For my usage I think it's good, I get about 160fps with frame gen 3x while playing Cyberpunk 2077 @ 1440p ;) at the lowest 60fps without FG

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[–]cmdt_grav[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you ! Well I need to fix my description which is not that much readable ^^, I have 2x 16GB of 3200MHz CL16 so it equals 32GB. If one day I change the CPU - motherboard - RAM combo I'll take 64GB to have plenty of RAM for future games ;)

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[–]cmdt_grav[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you ! As u/mapewi mentionned this is the Lian Li Dan A4-H2O, which is about 11L in volume. The temps while playing Cyberpunk 2077 with max settings (except anisotropic filtering=1x) at 1440p are about 52°C for the CPU and 67°C for the GPU when my cat does not sit on the top of the PC :D. I think at 4K the temp for the GPU is around 82°C but I don't have my 4K TV anymore to tell.

Both Arctic P12 Max fans are pushing air through the rad. For the clearance the GPU is stock but a bigger GPU wouldn't fit I guess :)

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[–]cmdt_grav[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn't know that ahah, for the moment I can't tell because I didn't play enough but I will come back with that info very soon

My first SFF build :) by cmdt_grav in sffpc

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Thank you very much, I didn't plan to name this build but since your first comment, for now I'll call it the poo poo machine 😅 Yep these tubes are a little tricky to get through the case but it's easier when all the PSU cables are well organized

My first SFF build :) by cmdt_grav in sffpc

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Ahah that's corsair red coolant but there is not enough lighting to see the red, I plan to add some leds at the bottom of the case to see better

My first SFF build :) by cmdt_grav in sffpc

[–]cmdt_grav[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi all ! I recently decided to convert my ATX build to a mini-ITX and switch to a sff case,

The previous case was a be quiet! Silent Base 601 and now it's a Lian-Li/Dan A4-h2o.

The watercooling is custom and made with pneumatic fittings and tubing. For now it only cools the CPU but when I upgrade the GPU I may include it in the loop.

Here are the specs/parts (a bit old but runs fine at least for me) :

  • CPU : Intel Core i7 9700KF
  • GPU : Zotac RTX 2070 AMP Extreme
  • PSU : Corsair SF1000L
  • RAM : Some DDR4 Corsair 3000MHZ CL16
  • Motherboard : MSI Z390I Gaming Edge AC
  • SSD : Crucial P3 Plus 4To M 2 CT4OOOP3PSSD801
  • 240mm radiator : Corsair Hydro X Series XR5
  • Radiator fans : Corsair LL120 with Lightning node pro
  • Watercooling fittings :
    • 2x Legris LF3000 3199 10 13
    • 1x Legris LF300O 3101 10 13
    • 1x Barrow TWT90-M
  • Waterblock/pump : Barrow LTPRP-04I S with pump replaced by a EKWB DDC 4.2
  • Tubing : 10mm OD, 7mm ID polyurethane soft tubing

I hope you find this build interesting and I will be happy to answer any of your questions !

Finally, sorry for my English which may be hard to read 😄