For many folks, the most beautiful sound that a PC can make is no sound at all. How close can Tom's Hardware get to a zero-decibel configuration and still lend up with a compact, functional machine capable of mainstream gaming, without breaking the bank?
Temperatures Under Full Load
Temperatures Under Full Load
The ambient temperature while we tested was 22 degrees Celcuis (72 degrees Farenheit). Using a general-purpose computing application helped us tax the platform completely. A gaming workload allowed us to shave 8 to 10 degrees Celsius from our worst-case readings.
Bottom Line So Far
Thermals shouldn't be a problem so long as your air conditioner is working in the middle of summer. But just in case, let's look at what it takes to install an almost-silent fan.
Stay On the Cutting Edge: Get the Tom's Hardware Newsletter
Get Tom's Hardware's best news and in-depth reviews, straight to your inbox.
Igor Wallossek wrote a wide variety of hardware articles for Tom's Hardware, with a strong focus on technical analysis and in-depth reviews. His contributions have spanned a broad spectrum of PC components, including GPUs, CPUs, workstations, and PC builds. His insightful articles provide readers with detailed knowledge to make informed decisions in the ever-evolving tech landscape
