Hi!
I'm looking to build a powerful workstation, primarily to be used used for data analysis and numerical simulations, but dabbling in machine learning (deep-learning neural networks) and some CAD/3D rendering. I'll be running Linux, and prefer open-source drivers (i.e. AMD GPU).
A key priority is noise level - I want something that will be completely silent under 'normal' use. Don't mind fans winding up when it's cranking, but I don't want to hear it under routine loads (e.g. CPU @ 50-70%).
I'm looking for advice on cooling solutions, power supplies and cases.
Build so far:
CPU: Ryzen 9300X (possibly 3950X)
Motherboard: Asus Pro WS X570-ACE
GPU: Radeon VII (mainly for the 16gb VRAM... though keeping an eye on Navi23 rumours)
RAM: 2x 16gb 3200 ECC (brand-agnostic)
Storage: 1TB Samsung 970 EVO Plus (boot drive) + 2TB [other SSD] (storage). Don't want RAID - I have v regular network backups, so less concerned about drive failure.
Advice Wanted:
1. Cooling: I want something that will run at low RPMs under normal loads. No particular prejudice re. AIO vs. air-cooled, but leaning towards air-cooled for simplicity. Considering either a Be Quiet! Dark Rock Pro 4 or a Noctua NH-D15 at the moment - would either of these be a better, given my scenario? Or are there any particular AIOs I should be considering?
2. Case: What's a good quiet case that will accommodate all of this? Preferably a full-ATX tower with space for future expansion. Would a Be Quiet! Dark Base Pro 900 be a good choice? Or are there better 'quiet' cases out there?
3. Power Supply: I have no opinions here, and haven't had much luck finding info 'quiet' power supplies. I'm thinking something over-powered - i.e. room for expansion, and won't be running at capacity so quieter!
Thanks very much in advance!
