What is the safest distance my graphics card can be from my side intake fan?

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I want to buy a MSI 7870 to replace my exisitng graphics card but when fitted it will sit 1cm from my side intake fan. Is this too close?
 
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As long as it isn't touching then it isn't a problem. The problem is that your air flow in your case will be somewhat effected by your GPU. It will keep your GPU nice a cool but if it is your only intake fan the you have a problem. However if it isn't your only intake fan then you will be fine. In fact you may even be quite happy it will certainly keep your GPU cool.
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As long as it isn't touching then it isn't a problem. The problem is that your air flow in your case will be somewhat effected by your GPU. It will keep your GPU nice a cool but if it is your only intake fan the you have a problem. However if it isn't your only intake fan then you will be fine. In fact you may even be quite happy it will certainly keep your GPU cool.
 
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Thanks I thought it may affect the air flow. I do have another intake fan but its pretty poor and cools the Hard drive bays. Looks like ill have to get the Asus 7850, but I was trying to give the new card as much future gaming life as possible (at least 3 yrs) before I get a new rig.

 
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