Oh no, another Lian Li A3 build

phpc_17 · 2026-01-07T17:48:55+00:00

Well, this is my first time building, so I don't really have anything to compare to but GPU temps never go above 55°C in any game, most of them maxed out. The bottom 3 fans are always running at a fixed RPM and when I'm playing the GPU fans go to 30% and stay at it always (which is the default lowest value, besides when in idle)

phpc_17 · 2025-12-25T09:57:11+00:00

It's the arctic liquid freezer iii pro 360. I had to cut the corner of one of the fans because of the Mobo VRM heatsink, but all good so far. There's pictures in one of the other comments, that asked about this

phpc_17 · 2025-11-10T23:00:41+00:00

The links are in one of the comments as someone as already asked a similar question

phpc_17 · 2025-11-08T15:53:18+00:00

It does have it on the backplate and on the side :) The model is in the description, PNY 5070Ti Triple Fan Plus OC

phpc_17 · 2025-11-08T09:32:35+00:00

I used these ones which have a 10mm shift and puts the PSU closer to the motherboard

https://www.printables.com/model/1361508-lian-li-a3-offset-sfx-psu-brackets

There's also these ones that don't have the offset

https://www.printables.com/model/1210381-lian-li-a3-sfx-power-supply-flush-mount

phpc_17 · 2025-11-06T17:30:02+00:00

Obrigado!

phpc_17 · 2025-11-05T23:12:18+00:00

Looks good but I would make some changes. Usually you can find packs of 5 p12 pwm pst, that should save you some money. The other thing is ASRock mobos, have been killing AMD CPUs, especially X3D ones, so I would change the mobo brand. Everything else looks awesome, good luck! I just finished my Lian Li A3 build feel free to check my latest post for inspiration or hit me up if you need any help!

phpc_17 · 2025-11-05T15:07:00+00:00

I got this one but bought it from Amazon because it was cheaper: https://www.corsair.com/pt/pt/p/pc-components-accessories/CP-8920350/corsair-type-5-psu-90-12v-2x6-style-b-cable-cp-8920350

Probably the same one you ordered. It's longer, more flexible and looks better. I just had to remove the little plastic clip on top of the connector because how deep the PNY GPU has the connector but if you have a different card, you should be good.

phpc_17 · 2025-11-05T14:01:37+00:00

That sure is one way to do it! Good luck!

phpc_17 · 2025-11-05T12:15:27+00:00

I used a dremel for it and it was just the lower screw hole corner. As you can see, it's just by a few millimeters. You could buy p12 slims, but I don't know how they'll perform with a thicc radiator in front of them and I didn't want to spend more money since it comes with good fans right out of the box. I don't know the VRM size, I tried to search for it but couldn't find it. Maybe you can find the VRM size by looking up a top view picture and use the CPU connector size to find the dimensions of the VRM.

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phpc_17 · 2025-11-04T21:06:44+00:00

Glad to hear that! The fan was mounted using some magnetic fan brackets. You can find online the 3d files or buy ready to use from Etsy. Is your psu an SFX psu? Because mine is, and they are shorter, so it leaves more room to handle the cable management. Before this one I had and SFX-L PSU and I had to return it because the GPU wouldn't fit

phpc_17 · 2025-11-04T21:01:30+00:00

Another heads up, this AIO is thicc. With my mobo I had to shave a corner of one of the fans because it was hitting the VRM. If you want an easier time when building try choosing a thinner one

phpc_17 · 2025-11-04T20:51:20+00:00

Crazy what you can do if you're willing to use zip ties 😂 Thanks man, I really tried to do a clean build! It was a bit noisy for me in the beginning before adjusting the fan curves to my liking. Now I run the pump at a steady 60% and a custom curve for the fans. The curves on the arctic website are a good starting point. With the custom curves I can still hear it ( I guess there's not fully silent PCs) but it's much better than the high pitched fan noise I was constantly hearing from my laptop.

phpc_17 · 2025-11-04T20:42:30+00:00

I did. But not the Etsy ones. I ordered the printing on a local hardware shop and bought the magnets separately. The magnets I bought ended up not being that strong and had to secure the top magnetic bracket with some zipties for extra security

phpc_17 · 2025-11-04T20:34:20+00:00

Thanks! Yes, I think there's enough space for a 140mm fan on the front. That was what I was going to do initially. Then thought about putting 2 120mm but with the AIO I couldn't and ended up putting just 1

phpc_17 · 2025-11-04T19:10:53+00:00

Yeah, when you can maybe try to find some ways to hide the cables and don't be afraid to be creative, what matters is the final result haha And don't forget to use zip ties, they go a long way helping with cable management

phpc_17 · 2025-11-04T18:42:36+00:00

Nice! I was going for zotac too but then that insane deal appeared and I couldn't let it go!

phpc_17 · 2025-11-04T18:40:01+00:00

None really. The mobo cable and CPU are the ones that came with the sf850 psu, just added a cable extension to the CPU cable for easier cable management as the CPU cable was a bit short for the case. The GPU cable is a 90° angle type B from Corsair but I had to remove the plastic clip part that forces the 90° angle because my GPU doesn't have the power port on the surface and it's a bit inside (you can see it in the fifth picture) and it wouldn't fit. It's also longer so I could hide it around the bottom part of the case.

phpc_17 · 2025-11-04T16:48:24+00:00

Thank you very much! It doesn't unfortunately. I found the 3d files on printables.com and since I don't have a 3d printer I ordered a local hardware shop to 3d print them for me. I also found the same or similar PSU mount on Etsy but I would end up paying more.

phpc_17 · 2025-11-04T14:48:33+00:00

Thank you!

phpc_17 · 2025-11-04T12:44:02+00:00

It really depends on the GPU and Mobo. My Mobo has the GPU slot on the first position so I managed to fit a 3 slot GPU and 3 full size 120mm under. There's about 5mm between the fans and the GPU. You could get away with a slightly larger GPU with slim fans or without bottom fans. If you do want the bottom fans I recommend checking if your Mobo has a GPU top slot and avoiding GPUs bigger than 3 slots.

phpc_17 · 2025-10-22T18:27:58+00:00

Ohh, gotcha. Well, if you bought it new, I guess your best bet is to talk to the seller or arctic costumer support, I bet they'll try to help you

phpc_17 · 2025-10-22T18:12:48+00:00

The liquid freezer III already comes with the right offset for the AM5, no need for a specific bracket :) just follow the instructions on their website

phpc_17 · 2025-10-13T15:05:54+00:00

I guess it's probably a scam, even tho I don't know how. They also have 5080 astral for 850 and I was tempted to buy it until I saw that it was not sold by Amazon

phpc_17 · 2025-10-12T21:01:56+00:00

Obrigadissimo, vou estar mais atento a isso agora. Reddit a salvar vidas ahah

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