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Air cooling or water cooling, which one to choose?
Both air coolers and all-in-one liquid coolers have their respective advantages and disadvantages. We have summed them up for you in this guide to help with your buying decision.
Which AIO radiator size should I choose – 420, 360 or 240mm?
Which AIO Radiator size is right for you? 360, 240 or 420? Discover which model offers the best possible performance-to-noise efficiency for your setup.
How should I set up my NL-LC1 radiator fans (push, pull or push-pull)?
Whether you've just purchased or are about to purchase our NL-LC1 radiator, you're probably wondering how to position the fans in your build for the best results...
Where should I install my AIO radiator (top vs. front/side)?
Many modern tower-style PC cases allow liquid coolers to be installed in more than one position (top, front or side of the case). This article explains their pro's and con's.
Should I use the NL-ACF1 auxiliary cooling fan?
The NL-ACF1 is an optional auxiliary cooling fan for NL-LC1 liquid coolers that provides extra airflow to near-socket compontents such as VRMs, M.2 SSDs or RAM.
NL-LC1 series AIO coolers’ pump speed profiles explained
The NL-LC1 series’ pump comes with an integrated mode switch that makes it possible to choose between three settings (Quiet, Balanced and Manual).
The Fractal Design Ridge and the story of “less is more“
05/05/2026
Discover the best Noctua CPU cooler and GPU setup for the Fractal Design Ridge case. See how a custom duct and removing extra case fans unlocks SFF performance.
Antec Flux Pro Noctua Edition: Recommended example fan curves
17/03/2026
Discover three recommended PWM fan curves for the Antec Flux Pro Noctua Edition and compare the test results for the Quiet, Balanced and Performance profiles to optimise your PC.
Should I add extra fans to my Antec Flux Pro Noctua Edition?
Adding more fans to the Antec Flux Pro Noctua Edition is not recommended, but two upgrade paths are worth exploring if you prioritise low temperatures over maximum quietness.
What’s the best arrangement of Sx2-PP fans (PPA & PPB)?
Whether you've just purchased or are about to purchase our Sx2-PP fan sets of the G2 fan series, you're probably wondering how best to position them in your build...