Custom water loop PC: How does it perform compared to air cooled machines?

Liquid cooling systems in PCs generally perform better than air cooling systems because liquid is a better conductor of heat than air. This means that liquid cooling systems can remove heat more efficiently than air cooling systems, which can result in higher performance and overclocking potential.

Because liquid cooling systems can remove heat more efficiently, components such as the CPU and GPU can run at higher clock speeds for longer periods of time without overheating. This can result in higher frame rates in games and faster rendering times in applications that rely heavily on the CPU.

Additionally, liquid cooling systems are generally quieter than air cooling systems, as the fans do not need to work as hard to dissipate heat. This can be beneficial for people who are sensitive to noise, or for those who want to build a quiet high-performance PC.

It's worth noting that, building and maintaining a water cooled gaming PC requires some technical knowledge and it's not recommended for beginners. But don't worry, Sudsterr technology brings in deep expertise in liquid cooling. Every machine is tested rigorously before delivery for any leaks, as water and electricity don't mix well, and could cause serious damage to the hardware.

It's also worth noting that, the performance difference between a liquid cooled and an air cooled system depends on the specific components and cooling solutions used, the thermal load and the specific application. In general, high-end CPUs and GPUs that produce a lot of heat can benefit more from liquid cooling than entry-level or mid-range components.

Water cooled gaming PCs work by using a liquid cooling system to remove heat from the CPU and GPU. The system typically consists of a water block, pump, radiator, and fans as described in our article here. 

The water block is attached to the CPU and GPU, and it has a microfin structure that allows for maximum heat transfer from the CPU and GPU to the liquid. The pump circulates the liquid through the water block, and then through the radiator, which dissipates the heat into the air. The fans are used to increase the airflow through the radiator, which helps to improve the cooling performance.

In a water-cooled gaming PC, the liquid is typically a water-glycol mixture which is used to prevent freezing and to increase the thermal transfer capabilities. The water block, pump and radiator are custom chosen and assembled by the user to fit the specific components of the build to ensure the best performance.

The advantage of water cooling over air cooling is that liquid is a much better conductor of heat than air, so it can remove heat more efficiently. Additionally, liquid cooling systems are generally quieter than air cooling systems, as the fans do not need to work as hard to dissipate heat.

It's important to note that building and maintaining a water cooled gaming PC requires some technical knowledge and it's not recommended for beginners. It's also important to check for leaks, as water and electricity don't mix well, and could cause serious damage to the hardware.

The frame rate in Call of Duty Warzone on a PC with a liquid cooled RTX 4070ti would depend on a variety of factors such as the specific configuration of the PC, the resolution and settings used in the game, and the intensity of the action on-screen.

In general, the RTX 4070ti is considered a high-performance graphics card and when paired with a liquid cooled system, it should be able to handle Call of Duty Warzone 1/2 at high to ultra settings with high frame rates. With a liquid cooled RTX 4070ti, the frame rate at 1080p resolution should be well over 120fps, and even at 4k resolution, the frame rate should be around 100fps.

It's worth noting that, the actual frame rate may vary depending on the specific configuration of the PC, as well as the specific version of the game and the game settings used. Other factors such as system memory, CPU and storage speed, and overall system thermal performance will also have an impact on the frame rate.

Conclusion

A liquid cooled PC ensures higher performance from the regular components that go into a gaming PC. We at Sudsterr Technology are here to make the process as easy as possible.

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