Fan filter airflow reduction?

[Episko]

Hello,

 

I'm looking at purchasing some fan filters to reduce my computer's dust intake and I was curious as to everyone's experience on the subject.  

 

I have heard some negative feedback regarding filters (reported difference of +10-20 degrees C on some hardware), but I also understand dust being the ultimate killer of cooling.  My place is definitely more dusty than normal with 2 dogs and lots of foot traffic.  

 

I dont want to dampen my performance if filters are going to increase my temps by that much of a margin.  I would like peace of mind regarding dust, but I have no problem with regularly cleaning my hardware if that means I need to go filterless.

 

I'm going to be purchasing some higher end hardware and OCing my CPU with a 240mm AIO liquid cooler, also going to be running a 1080ti.  Will have a phantom 530 case with 2x140mm and 4x120mm cougar fans (going for positive pressure of course).  I'm also not too concerned about noise levels.

 

The filters I was considering are pretty basic:  https://www.amazon.com/eBoot-Filter-Computer-Cooler-Dustproof/dp/B01N6BFVKO

 

What are your opinions/experiences with fan filters??  Thanks!

 

 

 

[knightslugger]

High Static Pressure fans are required for filtered intake.

[Episko]

1 hour ago, knightslugger said:

High Static Pressure fans are required for filtered intake.

The fans I plan on getting have a pressure rating that is reportedly close to or equal most advertised high pressure fans.  I'm not too worried as long as they push what they say they can.

[MadModder]

Considering your environment I would definitely use filters. I've tried with, and without, and I guarantee it's much easier to clean a filter than all your fan blades, etc. Just clean them often, as it doesn't take a lot of dust, or pet hair to begin to restrict your air flow.