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Colton Reyes

Colton Reyes

Staff Writer

Focuses on CPU cooling, comparing air coolers and all-in-one liquid coolers on noise, clearance and thermal headroom.

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Articles by Colton Reyes

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Upper Class Air vs AIO Build Breakdown

Upper Class Air vs AIO Build Breakdown

This breakdown covers an upper class 1440p and entry 4K build centered on the Ryzen 7 9700X and RX 9070 XT. We analyze each part, cooling choice, compatibility and three ways to scale the build.

Colton Reyes Oct 16, 2026
Mid Class 1440p Build Breakdown

Mid Class 1440p Build Breakdown

This breakdown covers a mid class 1440p gaming PC centred on the Ryzen 5 9600X and RTX 5070, with part by part analysis. You get compatibility checks and three scaling options for different budgets.

Colton Reyes Oct 14, 2026
Mid Class Air vs AIO Build Breakdown

Mid Class Air vs AIO Build Breakdown

This air cooler versus aio for a mid class gaming pc build breakdown covers a 1440p focused Intel and RTX 5070 parts list. You get a part by part analysis, compatibility guidance and three ways to scale the build.

Colton Reyes Oct 12, 2026
Choosing Cooling for 9800X3D

Choosing Cooling for 9800X3D

Wondering if your cooler can handle a 9800X3D? This guide gives you a simple framework for choosing CPU cooling based on noise, clearance, and case fit.

Colton Reyes Oct 8, 2026
240mm AIO for 9800X3D Guide

240mm AIO for 9800X3D Guide

Wondering if a 240mm AIO can handle the Ryzen 7 9800X3D without throttling or excess noise. This guide breaks down how to evaluate fit, mounting and airflow for your build.

Colton Reyes Oct 6, 2026
Choosing a Cooler for 9800X3D

Choosing a Cooler for 9800X3D

Wondering is the Noctua NH-D15 G2 enough to cool a Ryzen 7 9800X3D? This buying guide gives you a clear framework to match cooler size, noise, and clearance to your AM5 build.

Colton Reyes Oct 4, 2026
Is PA120 Enough for 9800X3D?

Is PA120 Enough for 9800X3D?

Wondering if a dual-tower air cooler can handle the Ryzen 7 9800X3D? This guide gives you a simple framework to match cooler size, airflow and case clearance to your AM5 build.

Colton Reyes Sep 29, 2026
9800X3D Cooler Buying Guide

9800X3D Cooler Buying Guide

Learn whether the Ryzen 7 9800X3D runs hot and how to pick the right air or 360mm liquid cooler for your AM5 case, noise target, and clearance.

Colton Reyes Sep 27, 2026
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