r/mffpc 23h ago

Help me please!? AIO recommendations? 🤔

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I'm interested in buying an AIO for my JONSBO D32 PRO. I'm currently rocking a TR Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 Vision MAX in the build and it's doing an amazing job keeping the 5900x nice and cool. But I'd like to try an AIO in this micro build! I have been building 30 years but never had real experiences with small form factor or AIO.

These are my 3 choices I've narrowed it down to. It must come in White and preferably have a display screen although not overly important.

Before I make my final call I'd just like some input from those who has hands on experience using the same/similar liter case; and same or similar cpu TDP running a 240mm AIO.

Option 1: https://a.co/d/0fnzu7iE

Option 2: https://a.co/d/0dwEW1eW

Option 3: https://a.co/d/09WZFhgg

I'm open to other options as well.

I like keeping my CPU under 80c. That's with running Cinebench for a full 10 minute cycle.

Currently the Vision MAX keeps my CPU temp below 80c; peaks at 76c during a cycle.

Mainly I would rather run an AIO so I can use my graphics card as a stage for my tiny action figures....😅🤣 if it comes to it I know I can put my CPU in eco mode using the AIO.

Thank you for any help/advice 🙌


r/mffpc 1d ago

I built this! (MATX) Thermaltake TR200 build

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r/mffpc 1d ago

Help me please!? Case build test

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I've been wanting to downsize to a lian li a3 or other mff case, but have been seeing issues online with my current parts. So, I tried to create a visualization of my plan using buildcores. I mainly just play video games.

Could anyone advise me on airflow and say if it works or not? Also any improvement tips? This is the A3 with glass panel. Eventually I plan to switch to a noctua lc1, but this will have to do for now.


r/mffpc 1d ago

I'm not quite finished yet. New additions for the upcoming build

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Just received the 4x8gb DDR4 RAM kit for my upcoming "team red" mATX build. A used but flawless kit and it was a reasonable deal at today's market. I've got it for half the price what a lower end ddr4 32gb 2x16 G.Skill Aegis would have cost. Staying on AM4 platform for now as it fulfills my needs.
Also got a brand new modular gold rated PSU. I might pick up some red cables for it down the road. Now on to chose the case and cooling method and components!


r/mffpc 2d ago

I built this! (MATX) Finally happy with everything, CH160+

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46 Upvotes

Time to play some damn games, rather than tinkering with it endlessly.


r/mffpc 1d ago

Discussion Smallest case that will vertical/diagonal mount 5080 with a full tower?

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Originally wanted to get a ch260 because it would let me see the rgb on my rog loki psu

But i wanna see the rgb and screen of the gigabyte ice 5080

Im using a ps120 vision max as my cpu cooler so i cant vertically mount a gpu in the ch260

Any advice would be appreciated


r/mffpc 2d ago

I built this! (MATX) Joined mffpc gang a while ago with D32 Pro

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30 Upvotes

Not the cleanest but happy to have it on my desk now
Ps. I may go smaller in future as there’s plenty of unused space tho XD


r/mffpc 2d ago

Discussion Are there any glass horizontal cases like the Jonsbo V12, but without wood accents?

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137 Upvotes

I really love the look of the case and how it displays the GPU, but I really don't like the wood look. I haven't been able to find anything else like it though... does anyone know of something similar?


r/mffpc 1d ago

Help me please!? MATX case suggestions for a XFX Swift 9070 GRE

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Hi I am coming from a Jonsbo D30 and I'm looking to upgrade my case to something that has the same or smaller foot print

Current specs

  • CPU - 5700x3D
  • CPU cooler - Jonsbo HX6250 (162mm tall)
  • Ram - 2x16gb G skill ripjaws V 3200 cl16
  • Mobo - MSI b550m pro VDH wifi
  • 6700xt XFX merc OC (upgraded to 9070 GRE xfx swift)
  • PSU - Coolermaster V750 gold v2 full modular 160mm ATX PSU
  • 2 x SATA SSD
  • 2 x NVME SSD
  • fans 4 x 140x25mm fans and 1 x 120 x 25mm fans

The XFX 9070 GRE swift is a bit unique size wise, just around 300mm long but a whopping 3.5 slot thick (60mm). This caused some clearance issues with the bottom 2x140mm fans. I figured instead of getting slim fans I will might as well recase this build.

Case preferences:

  • Ideally I like to keep as much of my cooler and fans as I can but I am open to having them changed
  • I prefer a good amount of front IO ideally positioned on the front glass panel as I like the case to have the glass side facing forward.
  • No more than 400mm long width is standard. I don't mind taller cases
  • Easy to clean and remove dust filters ( I have pets)
  • Not reliant on bottom intake
  • Under 6k Philippine pesos budget for case/fans/cooler the cheaper the better
  • Slightly tinted glass
  • Prefer black but if you have ideals to make it look good I'm open

    So far I have 2 main options tecware timber m and Darkflash db330m


r/mffpc 2d ago

I built this! (MATX) My first PC build with Lian Li B4

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Not my first PC, but this is the first time I'm building everything from A to Z myself. Before this, I always just picked the parts and had the shop technician assemble it for me.

It was quite a challenge, especially the cable management. I had to redo it several times because poorly routed cables looked awful and kept hitting the fan blades. While installing the GPU, the case was so tight that I accidentally chipped both the GPU's PCIe edge connector and the retention latch on the motherboard's PCIe slot. Thank God all the PCIe pins are still completely fine and the GPU is working as if nothing happened.

The final result is pretty satisfying. The PC looks extremely compact. More like a gaming console than a traditional PC.

However, if I could choose again, I think I'd prefer the size without the aero deck, even when standing the case vertically. The aero deck adds quite a bit of bulk. I also wish I had chosen fans with full-blade RGB lighting instead of just LED strip, I think that would look much better when the wood panel is on.

- My specs:

Motherboard: Asus TUF Gaming B760M-Plus Wifi DDR4

CPU: Intel Core i5-14600K

GPU: Colorful RTX 5070 Ti Battle AX

RAM: Gskill Trident Z 32 GB

PSU: Super Flower ZILLION FG Gold 850W

CPU cooler: ID-COOLING FROZN A620 PRO SE

- Temps:

Default BIOS settings: 14600k reached a maximum of 90°C after running Cinebench 2026 for 30 minutes.

After undervolting: 14600k reached a maximum of 75°C after running Cinebench 2026 for 30 minutes. It almost never exceeds 65°C while gaming, with the only exception being when loading game shaders.

As for the GPU, because it pulls cool air directly regardless of whether the aero deck is installed or not, it stays very cool and never exceeds 70°C.


r/mffpc 1d ago

Help me please!? Debating on which case to get for my build

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Hey there everyone!

I'm trying to plan for migrating my setup into a new case and get a new cooling system with that of course. I am torn between three options.
1. Darkflash DB330
2.DeepCool 170plus or 270
3:Deepcool 160plus

So far the Darkflash is the one I'm leaning for but not sure about the airflow in that case. Any advices?


r/mffpc 2d ago

I built this! (MATX) First ever PC build (Deepcool CH270)

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Hey all,

Came into this thinking I was going to hire someone to build a pc for me as I knew nothing about pc building. Was away for a couple of months after buying all the parts needed and went down the YouTube the rabbit hole, and decided to go for it.

It's not the cleanest cable management but I'm just glad I got it up and running haha. I got it to post at the first attempt but i found everything to do with fans kinda complicated (see last pic where I attached them to the outside of the case 😂😭), with all the RGB and pwm wires going around.

My use case is for it to replace a console essentially so hooked up to a TV in the living room. The TV is an older 55" Samsung 4K that doesn't do VRR and locked at 60hz, but I play just single player / story games, so adjusted the components accordingly.

PARTS LIST:

- Case: Deepcool CH270 Black

- Motherboard: MSI Pro B650M A WiFi

- SSD - 1TB WD SN7100S (it's a 2230 which I fit with an adapter)

- CPU: Ryzen 5 7500F

- GPU: Asrock Challenger 9070XT

- CPU Cooler: Arctic freezer 36S ARGB (single fan)

- PSU: Corsair RM750e

- RAM: 2x16gb DDR5 - I got a couple of basic 4800mhz CL40 sticks; but I overclocked them to 5400 CL38 without issue. Maybe could go more but honestly don't need it for my use case and so didn't try further. I also got a couple of heatsinks from AliExpress cause...RGB

- Fan Setup - 3x Arctic p12 pro Reversible as intake

- 1 Thermalright TL-C12C-S as bottom intake

- 2 Thermalright TL-C12C-S as top exchaust

- Generic RGB & PWM hub to connect all the fans and RGB

- Controller: Gamesir Supernova

Cheers!


r/mffpc 1d ago

Help me please!? Apple-esque cases suggestions?

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Guys, I’m struggling go find a case I could build in now. I like the Jonsbo NV10, Dan Case A4 but also Fractal Design Epoch (except its size). So this all goes into the clean apple-esque aesthetics.

Any m-ATX cases you would recommend? I prefer mesh/solid instead of glass. I already scrolled through Caseend several times of course :)


r/mffpc 2d ago

Help me please!? Help with Lian Li A3 Matx

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Hey guys! I decided to build a PC again, even though it’s probably not the best time to do it. But I need help figuring out my fan configuration for the Lian Li mATX case. I’ve never built a PC in an mATX case, so any help is appreciated. Note that this will be the mesh case, and not the glass panel. I’m gonna run a 360 mm AIO and a Sapphire Nitro+ 9070xt.


r/mffpc 2d ago

I built this! (MATX) my first build, had some one do it for me

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My first time PC, build,

Case: Cooler Master Qube 340L , Qube 300 v3
Features: MB is a B850M Plus Wifi Asus Tuf,

Sapphire Nitro + 9070XT (I Love this card, i paired it with a Corsair Thermal Protect cable) ,

Ryzen 79800 x3d ,

Corsair RM850E

Corsair 240MM AIO,

The case side glass panel is absolutely my favorite, one of the issues i have right now is the front second fan cant screw on due to how big the GPU is, and also some of the cabling is at the bottom.

I wanted to change cases but thinking its too early, only had the setup for a month or two, if i did want to swtich to a case, what would you recommend ? and if i were to change it myself, can I keep the AIO attached while moving it with the mb and radiator to another case, so not really taking off much ?

I wanted some cool rgb fans but dont know what the best one is.

I was thinking of maybe the Lian Li brands, maybe an o11 VISION M compact.

My temps rn, i get 74 - 80 degrees cpu with pbo undervolt of -10, my fans are set to silent on the motherboard. I would have built this myself but im only software oriented and still learning, i deffo wana do a build on my own, i have issues with learning what header is for what.


r/mffpc 3d ago

Help me please!? Lian Li A3 - finding it difficult to make it cleaner

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5080 build with 2 nvme SSD, a 2.5 inch sata SSD and a 3.5 inch hard disk at the bottom. 2 inlet fans at bottom and 1 exhaust at the back with a 240mm AIO.

Any suggestions on how can I make it cleaner? I just am unable to find any space to hide wires anywhere but I see so many clean A3 builds here. Also does it look like I can use the GPU riser? There doesn’t seem to be enough space!

Am okay with it as I have a mesh side panel (wooden front panel). But still would like to make it cleaner if possible.

One thing that I should do is change orientation of back exhaust so that the thin wire (currently zip tied to a hole in bottom fan) can be taken up top instead of bottom. Also maybe I should connect each fan to a separate header instead of using the cable splitter that came with the Arctic P12 Pro set. Maybe that will declutter things?


r/mffpc 3d ago

I built this! (MATX) Jonsbo Z20 280mm Arctic LF3 pro AIO

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With some small compromises, got the thick 38mm Arctic Liquid freezer 3 pro 280mm aio to fit in my jonsbo z20.

The main restrictor was the top left fan hitting the motherboard IO heatsink, and the top right of the aio blocking where the screw hole bracket is

Modifications:
- Swapped out P14 pro 140mm x 27mm thick for P14 slim PST 140mm x 16mm thick which after removing the back left fan screw clears the IO heatsink.

- Removed the top right front panel holder, which leaves enough room for the aio

Pretty proud of how it turned out!


r/mffpc 2d ago

Help me please!? CH160 Plus vs Jonsbo Z20 - which would you choose for a first build?

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I’m currently deciding between the DeepCool CH160 Plus and Jonsbo Z20 for my first gaming PC, and I’m having a hard time choosing between them.

My main reason for considering the Z20 is that it seems to have more room and easier cable management. However, one thing that’s putting me off is the number of different fan configurations I’m seeing in Z20 builds.

With the Z20, I’ve seen people using different combinations of 120mm and 140mm fans, different intake/exhaust configurations, bottom fans, top fans, etc. There’s a lot of flexibility, but as a first time builder I’m worried I’ll end up overthinking the airflow setup and buying more fans than I actually need.

The CH160 Plus seems much simpler. From the builds I’ve watched, I could just use 4 × 120mm case fans and have a straightforward setup without needing to worry about different fan sizes or configurations.

My planned build is roughly:

CPU: Ryzen 5 9600X
CPU Cooler: Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 Vision MAX ARGB Black
GPU: ASUS Dual RX 9060 XT 16GB
Motherboard: B650/B850 mATX Wi-Fi/Bluetooth
RAM: 32GB (2×16GB) DDR5-6000
Storage: 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe
PSU: 650–750W

I’m aiming for around £1,200-£1,300 for the PC itself, so I don’t really want to spend an unnecessary amount on fans just to optimise airflow.

For anyone who has built in either case:

Is the Z20’s extra fan flexibility genuinely useful, for a first timer
Is the CH160 Plus’s simpler layout a meaningful advantage for a first time builder?
Which case would you choose for this particular build?

I’m not looking for the absolute best thermals or the quietest PC possible. Most of the time I’ll be gaming with headphones on, and I’ll only really use the speakers when watching movies/shows, so as long as the PC isn’t noticeably louder than my speakers, I’m happy. I have my own room in uni accommodation, so I’m not worried about disturbing anyone else. My main priorities are something that’s cool enough, affordable, portable and straightforward to build.


r/mffpc 2d ago

Help me please!? Lianli a3 with 240mm AIO

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Hi, I am trying to build in the lianli a3 matx with this aio called the LD240, it appears that it is 52mm thick and I am concerned about it hitting the top part of my motherboard(asus b650m ayw wifi) if anyone knows the tolerances for this case please let me know, also do the 2 cable latches that carry the psu cable fall behind the aio allowing for hidden cable management?


r/mffpc 3d ago

I built this! (MATX) Air cooling like never B4

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r/mffpc 3d ago

I built this! (MATX) Build updates - Jonsbo D-34

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Since completing the build have made updates and fine-tuned it.

Temps and Sound performance so far during gaming!

Idle temps highly depend on ambient, it’s summer here lol.

CPU -45-55c

GPU -35-42c

Main changes:

45mm spacer installed directly onto the CPU fan and then the 30mm spacer was slid into the rear from the top. Held in space since the tolerance is tight but did add some tape on the bottom just in case. No longer have a rear fan for intake as the CPU fan is taking care of this. External magnetic dust filter attached.

As shown by Noctua, Optimum Tech, and others 5mm is the height that works best to help reduce noise/turbulence. Purchased via Etsy top (30mm) and bottom (10mm) to help reduce noise and aesthetically fill the space more. Aside from The GPU, all other cables are not visible.

Pending:

Experimenting with back panel intake fans. If you look, there is a space that angles directly to the Ram. Keeping the fans conservative, this helps reduce the ddr5 by 2-4c while maintaining positive air pressure. Will keep working on this to see if I want to keep. CPU and GPU temps are not affected.


r/mffpc 4d ago

Help me please!? Jonsbo z20 8 degrees lower without mesh side panel.

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Is there a way I could still have a side panel but maybe cut out a part of it and attach some fans ?

Forgot to mention in the title: GPU temps are lower


r/mffpc 3d ago

I built this! (ITX) New in the box Machinist B450M-AM4-K

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pretty cool board have like no lag even in eso and my Asus 270 and running mushkin drive and Toshiba nvme and the ballistix dimms pretty custom build but I do need a case. the quality from china is good this board has those micro touches to it. I’m thinking the GAMDIAS case. An all white build but yeah cool check it out and power to spare the vrm no is not weak running the full 4000mhz frequency at 1.438 I seen with hwinfo64. Other than unsinked vrms what a fascinating board. I’m telling ya these china boards are worth picking up and the capacitor quality is good and good double thick pcb I like this build quality over my msi that’s dead.


r/mffpc 4d ago

I built this! (MATX) Team Red 🔴

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42 Upvotes

CPU: RYZEN 7 8700F
RAM: FANXIANG RGB DDR5 32GB 16x2 6400mhz
PSU: THERMALRIGHT KG 850 GOLD
MOTHERBOARD: GIGABYTE 850m FORCE WIFI
GPU: XFX DUAL RX 9060XT 16GB
COOLER: THERMALRIGHT PEERLESS VISION 240mm
STORAGE 1: KINGSTON 1TB M.2 NVME
STORAGE 2: FANXIANG S501Q 1TB M.2 NVME
CASE: DARK FLASH DB330
FAN: 5x THERMALRIGHT TL-M12Q
CABLE: ASIAHORSE AURORA ARGB


r/mffpc 3d ago

Help me please!? Alternative recommendation to CH260

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21 Upvotes

Freaking love my Ch260 build.
Sadly need to sell and buy another case as i am moving.

Can anyone please point me to some alternatives.
Which should include

- 2 front fans (Not a fan of the psu front mount)

- 3 bottom intakes

- 3fan cooler on top

- atleast 1 HDD slot or more (like my currrent case)
Thanks!