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Someone made a copper gaming PC Frankensteined out of an old blowtorch and other assorted parts and is 'just going…
A Reddit user named Old-Mate-Fetus has created an elaborate custom copper PC build, notably incorporating a repurposed vintage Primus blowtorch as a reservoir. The unique, artsy design weighs nearly 20 kg and features high-end components like an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Ti.
Noctua's fan-strapped gaming mouse is very well engineered but it's even more niche than you think
The Pulsar Feinmann F01 Noctua Edition is a unique and well-engineered gaming mouse featuring a built-in fan for cooling, competitive-level specs like a 42,000 DPI sensor and 8,000 Hz polling rate, and a distinctive honeycomb design. Despite its solid build and innovative cooling feature, its high price, 73g weight, and poor battery life make it a niche product that may not justify the cost for many gamers.
"This is precisely why it’s so important to take actual measurements" - Noctua discovers over 50 PC cases with false cooler clearance details: "every millimetre can count"
Noctua has identified that over 50 PC cases have inaccurate CPU cooler clearance specifications published by manufacturers. The company's research found that while some cases offer more space than advertised, others have less, potentially leading to compatibility issues for builders. Noctua has launched a database to help PC builders verify cooler compatibility, especially for small form factor systems where every millimeter counts.
I test a lot of liquid coolers and this one absolutely crushes the rest
The Noctua NL-LC1 is presented as the best liquid cooler tested, excelling in quiet operation and high-end performance, particularly with demanding processors. Despite its top-tier cooling capabilities and advanced noise-dampening technology, it comes with a significant price premium, making it a poor value option compared to competitors like the Arctic Liquid Freezer III Pro 360.
Noctua shows off 'custom-built torture-test rigs' for testing fans, and now I'm afraid of ever setting…
Noctua has developed custom 'torture-test rigs' to rigorously test the durability of its fans, specifically for use in the Feinmann F01 Noctua Edition gaming mouse. These tests simulate extreme conditions, including rapid sideways movements and repeated drops, to ensure the fans can withstand gamer usage. The results indicate the fans are surprisingly resilient, surviving hundreds of thousands of cycles and numerous drops with minimal issues.
Cooler Master's latest cooling innovation works wonders for the V8 Ace
The Cooler Master V8 Ace 3DHP is an exceptional single-tower PC cooler that rivals dual-tower performance thanks to its innovative 3DHP technology. While it excels in thermal management and offers an easy installation process, its high price point and car-inspired aesthetic may not appeal to all users. It competes strongly with high-end coolers like the Noctua NH-D15 G2 but offers less value than more affordable options like the Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE.
Hardware Reviews
This article features reviews of various PC hardware components, including the Noctua NL-LC1-42 420mm AIO Liquid Cooler and the TRYX STAGE ARGB 360mm cooler. It also mentions a review of the UPERFECT BE173BU monitor.
Control Issues
Pulsar and Noctua have launched the Feinmann F01 Noctua Edition gaming mouse, featuring a built-in fan designed to help with sweaty palms. This peripheral aims to enhance comfort during extended gaming sessions.
Hardware Reviews
This article features reviews of various hardware components, including Noctua AiOs for CPU, GPU, and SSD cooling, highlighting their performance. It also includes a review of the Asus TUF Gaming A18 laptop.
Hardware Reviews
This article contains reviews for several PC hardware components, including the Razer Soma Chroma Gaming Chair and the Noctua NL-LC1-36 360MM AIO Liquid Cooler. The chair is noted for its RGB lighting despite limited adjustability, while the cooler is a 360MM AIO liquid cooler.
Hardware creator makes hat that is both a 'functioning art piece' and also uses a Noctua fan to deliver…
A hardware creator named Mike has developed a "functioning art piece" in the form of a hat that incorporates a Noctua fan for personal cooling. The 3D-printed hat features a chimney structure with a 120mm fan powered by power banks, designed to combat heatwaves. Mike plans to iterate on the design, potentially upgrading to a more powerful fan and exploring aesthetic modifications.
Hardware Reviews
This article provides reviews for several pieces of PC hardware, including the Noctua NL-LC1-360 AIO CPU Cooler by KitGuru and the AQIRYS LUNA White Gaming Headset by MADSHRIMPS. It also briefly mentions Sony earbuds.
Hardware Reviews
This article provides reviews for various hardware components, including the Noctua NF-A12x25 G2 chromax.black Series case fan, the Silicon Power Golden Series High Endurance 256GB microSDXC Card, and an ASUS ROG keyboard. The reviews cover different aspects of each product's performance and features.
Hardware Reviews
This article provides reviews for various PC hardware components, including the Noctua NL-LC1-24 liquid cooler, the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni Hi-Res Wireless Gaming Headset, and the Melgeek Real81 keyboard.
Noctua finally made an AIO cooler, decades into making some of the finest PC fans and CPU coolers around
Noctua has announced its first All-In-One (AIO) liquid CPU coolers, the NL-LC1 series, available in 240mm, 360mm, and 420mm radiator sizes. These new coolers maintain Noctua's signature beige and brown color scheme, marking the company's expansion into a new product category after decades of producing PC fans and air coolers.
Hardware Reviews
This article compiles reviews for Noctua's NL-LC1 series of liquid coolers, specifically the 240mm and 360mm models, from hardware review sites Guru3D and Vortez. The content focuses on the performance and features of these CPU, GPU, AIO, and SSD coolers.
Noctua's AIO liquid cooler is here but hooo boy is it expensive
Noctua has released its first AIO liquid cooler, the NL-LC1, developed in collaboration with Asetek. The cooler features Noctua's fans and a noise-absorbing pump cover, aiming for quiet operation. Despite its premium features, the NL-LC1 comes with a high price tag, with the 360mm version costing $250.
Thermal paste annoyances could be a thing of the past if Noctua and AMD have anything to say about it, but here's why I'd stick with it for your CPU upgrade this summer
Noctua is developing the NT-CP1 Carbice Carbon Nanotube Thermal Pad as a long-term alternative to traditional thermal paste, aiming to eliminate mess and the need for frequent reapplication. While AMD also showcased a similar thermal pad, Noctua's solution is slated for a September 2026 release, initially for AM4 and AM5 processors, and is positioned as a premium, non-reusable option for users who don't plan frequent upgrades.
Noctua is launching a mouse with an upward-firing fan in it, so your gaming sessions will never be sweaty again
Noctua is launching a new gaming mouse, developed in partnership with Pulsar, that features a small, upward-firing fan to cool the user's palm. The Noctua Edition of the Feinmann F01 mouse is lightweight and includes a Noctua NF-A4x10 5V PWM fan that activates with motion. The fan speed is adjustable via mouse buttons or a web driver, and the mouse also boasts a high DPI sensor and 8K polling rate.
Thermal Grizzly enters the PC fan scene and of course it's more about quality engineering than RGB, though…
Thermal Grizzly, known for its thermal pastes and cooling solutions, has entered the PC fan market with its new DeltaMate Purrformante fans. These fans are engineered for low-speed, high static pressure applications and feature integrated rubber decoupling and magnetic corner covers for seamless daisy-chaining. The company aims to compete with established brands like Noctua through a focus on quality engineering.
