We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Keeping your computer cool is essential for optimal performance. When a PC starts to overheat, the processor frequency will drop (thermal ...

Air versus liquid has been debated for decades within PC hardware circles. Both have merit, and can be incredibly effective if implemented properly with quality components, but one implementation of ...

If you’re building or tuning a PC with an AIO (all-in-one) liquid cooler or a custom water cooling loop, it’s tempting to assume that running your pump at full speed all the time ensures the best ...

I made a decision about 13 years ago — air cooling isn’t for me. I picked up AMD’s FX-8150, assuming I could use the bundled cooler without too many issues. I was wrong. It was obnoxiously loud, even ...

Whether you're new to building your own PC or a seasoned veteran, you likely argued with yourself about whether you should go with an air cooling system or a liquid one. You want the best available ...

Every PC needs some kind of cooling mechanism to transfer heat away from the processor, at which point you'll need to choose between air cooling and liquid cooling. As a PC enthusiast who builds my ...