cooling for a fractal design focus G

[Entityy]

So I'm getting a fractal design focus G because it's just about the only good airflow case that you can find around here that still has space for a DVD reader, which I unfortunately still need. My current case is some old case which is completely closed off except for the back. My xfx rx 580 8GB is literally dying there, to the point of reaching 89C and restarting the PC to avoid its death lol. Anyway, I want to get a mesh case to actually use my GPU, because I need a GPU, not a room heater.

specs:

CPU: i5-6500

GPU: xfx rx 580 8GB GTS XXX Black

PSU:750W

RAM: 2x4 hyperx fury 2400mhz

MOBO: Gigabyte Z270-HD3P

Now I have a few questions about this case's cooling. First of all, will the included 2x Fractal Silent LL Series 120mm fans be able to handle the intake properly? Second, I have some arctic exhaust fan in my case right now, bought it around 6 months ago so it's pretty new, can I keep that as an exhaust for the new case too? Also, is it worth it to add 1 or 2 top exhausts as well?

My only goal is to keep my rx580 at around 75C, not higher by any means, but lower is also welcome. Please give me some advice for cooling my new case

Here are the specs of the Fractal Silent LL Series fans that come with the case:

 

Size

120 x 120 x 25 mm

Fan Connector

3-pin

LED type

White / Blue / Red

Bearing

Sleeve

Number of blades

9

Rotational speed

1200 RPM

Noise level

24.8 dB (A)

Airflow (CFM)

41.8

Airflow (m3/h)

71.0

Static pressure

0.87 mm H2O

Fan input power

1.44 W

Fan max input current

0.16 A

Fan input voltage

12 V

Fan starting voltage

7 V

MTBF

>30,000 hours

Fan weight

96 g

Cable length

550 mm

[Stahlmann]

A little off-topic but i also need a DVD-drive from time to time. I didn't let that impact my case decision, as there are plenty USB powered DVD-drives for 15$ or so that you can plug in when you need to. I got one for 15$ off amazon.

[Entityy]

17 minutes ago, Stahlmann said:

A little off-topic but i also need a DVD-drive from time to time. I didn't let that impact my case decision, as there are plenty USB powered DVD-drives for 15$ or so that you can plug in when you need to. I got one for 15$ off amazon.

yeah but that would pretty much go off budget 

[Entityy]

uppp

[suedseefrucht]

On 11/27/2020 at 11:26 AM, Entityy said:

will the included 2x Fractal Silent LL Series 120mm fans be able to handle the intake properly?

I would add a rear exhaust fan and then it should be fine.
If you have some budget, you could get 140 mm fans so you can transport more air with less noise.
 

 

On 11/27/2020 at 11:26 AM, Entityy said:

I have some arctic exhaust fan in my case right now, bought it around 6 months ago so it's pretty new, can I keep that as an exhaust for the new case too?

If they are 120 mm fans, yes.

[Entityy]

6 minutes ago, suedseefrucht said:

I would add a rear exhaust fan and then it should be fine.
If you have some budget, you could get 140 mm fans so you can transport more air with less noise.
 

 

If they are 120 mm fans, yes.

I don't think the front of that case can fit 2x 140mm. What's your opinion on the included 120mm? Some reviews say that they move too little air

[suedseefrucht]

1 minute ago, Entityy said:

I don't think the front of that case can fit 2x 140mm

The website says, it can...
https://www.fractal-design.com/products/cases/focus/focus-g/black/

[Entityy]

1 minute ago, suedseefrucht said:

The website says, it can...
https://www.fractal-design.com/products/cases/focus/focus-g/black/

oh well, I don't think I will replace the front ones anyway, only if you think that they are too weak to bring enough air to my gpu

[Entityy]

https://www.fractal-design.com/products/fans/silent/silent-series-ll-120mm/white/ @suedseefrucht

[WoodenMarker]

On 12/3/2020 at 1:17 AM, Entityy said:

oh well, I don't think I will replace the front ones anyway, only if you think that they are too weak to bring enough air to my gpu

If you get a 140mm, the front fan can be moved to the rear for exhaust. 

You can reuse your current exhaust fan in the new case. Test for load temps before deciding on whether or not to buy additional fans. 

[Entityy]

12 hours ago, WoodenMarker said:

If you get a 140mm, the front fan can be moved to the rear for exhaust. 

You can reuse your current exhaust fan in the new case. Test for load temps before deciding on whether or not to buy additional fans. 

Thanks. However I have decided that I'm not going to sacrifice airflow and all the good stuff that comes with a newer case only for the DVD bay, so I am getting a normal case after all.

[Jason 57]

4 hours ago, Entityy said:

Thanks. However I have decided that I'm not going to sacrifice airflow and all the good stuff that comes with a newer case only for the DVD bay, so I am getting a normal case after all.

I had the same kind of issue. So I bought this:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07452Z3KH/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

that way I didn't need to buy another drive, just use my existing Blu-ray drive. 

I bought a Lian Li Lancool II Performance case. 

[WoodenMarker]

12 hours ago, Entityy said:

Thanks. However I have decided that I'm not going to sacrifice airflow and all the good stuff that comes with a newer case only for the DVD bay, so I am getting a normal case after all.

The Focus G is a fairly normal case and has good options for airflow. The main sacrifices it makes over more premium cases isn't airflow but the build quality and included accessories.