What component make desktop noisy?

[b22222c]

I want to build a desktop and like to know what component should i spend more money in order to make computer more silent. Processor fan? Thanks

 

[fricklesmn]

Hello,

Fans are a big culprit for noise, also the hard drive can add to that noise. Running an SSD will eliminate the drive sound, and getting good low noise fans will help as well.

 

[swifty_morgan]

before anything, fans...

 

[b22222c]

I see fans that make around 19db, is this a lot? Thanks

 

[casper1973]

A good quality case and low-noise CPU cooler will usually do the trick. Fractal Design R4 is always a popular choice of case.

Also, if this is a gaming build some graphics cards can get very noisy. Try to avoid "Blower" type cards that vent heat out the back of the case as these are generally louder. Can't give any recommendations without knowing what level of card you are after.

 

[swifty_morgan]

no it's not. but yes it is. i don't know what you are used to. i have a couple of 17db cougar fans for my next project. I have some reasonably quiet corsair fans but not sure of the reliability. antek's seem to fall apart and get loud in a short amount of time. 120mm. i have some 80mm that are quiet and last...??? but the cougars feel like they are built really well. you can look at noctua fans. they even started making some that aren't pink anymore...

 

[b22222c]

Thanks all by the replies, i will build a powerful computer with a 40dls graphic card. Intel I7, 32GB ram, one SSD, thats all i want because the computer is only for work, just need speed, a lot of tabs opened on browser and speed for opening programs and do things fast

 

[terry4536]

Fans below 20 dBA are some of the quietest fans. Purchasing low noise fans and controlling the fan rpm are two of the principle strategies to reduce computer noise. The idea is to control the fans so that the fans are turned up only when extra cooling is needed.

A PC case with sound dampened sides and front is the other main strategy. Also using SSD's instead of hard drives also reduces noise.

I have a Antec P280 case that is very quiet but still manages to cool the system well. Other low noise cases are the Fractal Design Define R4 and Corsair Obsidian Series 550D.

For more information on quiet PC builds, I would direct you to the http://www.silentpcreview.com/ website.

 

[b22222c]

Thanks for your information.
I already knew define R4 but i only need 1 or 2 hard drive bay and define R4 has about 8, so its to big for me because i only need 1 or 2 hard drives, Maybe the Define Mini...

Could i put a "normal" motherboard on a Define Mini? Thanks

 

[terry4536]

Not all of the Fractal Design cases are that quiet. Here is an article that may help you.


Fractal Design Node 304 Mini-ITX Case
http://www.silentpcreview.com/Fractal_Design_Node_304

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811352027

 

[b22222c]

Thanks, i already see that the define mini dont accept atx boards and the price from mini to r4 its not so big

 

[terry4536]

Yes, you would need an ITX motherboard for a ITX case. The case was $89.99.

 

[b22222c]

Novice question, how the motherboard fill the back case holes? Do i need to search specific boards for each case or there exist some rules i dont know to the board fill all the back holes of the case? Thanks

 

[Vic 40]

If you need the gpu just for images on the monitor(s) could you just use the igp from the cpu and leave the gpu out of the build.That would be one source of sound less.

What do you mean with a,

40dls graphic card

 

[terry4536]

Do you mean the holes for the motherboard supports? If so, then you don't have to worry. The ATX and ITX motherboards have standard dimensions and mounting holes.

 

[b22222c]

If you need the gpu just for images on the monitor(s) could you just use the igp from the cpu and leave the gpu out of the build.That would be one source of sound less.

What do you mean with a,

40dls graphic card

Hi, i will build a powerful computer but with an inexpensive graphic card because the computer its not for games

 

[b22222c]

Do you mean the holes for the motherboard supports? If so, then you don't have to worry. The ATX and ITX motherboards have standard dimensions and mounting holes.

Hi, i am talking about the back holes of the case where we plug the usb...

 

[terry4536]

Those"holes" are also standard sized. The expansion slots are also standard sized, but they may differ in that they may have extra slots available. Your ITX motherboard will fit OK.

 

[Vic 40]

Hi, i will build a powerful computer but with an inexpensive graphic card because the computer its not for games

For that should the integrated graphics processor that is inside the cpu be good enough,no need for an extra gpu then.

The ATX and ITX motherboards have standard dimensions and mounting holes.

Hi, i am talking about the back holes of the case where we plug the usb...

Almost all cases like that one are bound by atx standards,
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ATX
this means that any atx component should fitt in an atx case.You should look at the specs of the case in question though because some just can use m-atx motherboards (smaller size than atx) and should you go for a m-atx motherboard too.
The same applies to psu's,some cases have maximum lengths for those,again look at the case specs at the site from the manufacturer for these.

 

[casper1973]

If you don't need huge performance from the graphics card there are plenty of fanless cards available at the lower end. These will be completely silent.

Example GT 640 - http://www.ebuyer.com/434611-zotac-gt-640-zone-edition-2gb-ddr3-dual-dvi-mini-hdmi-pci-e-zt-60207-20l

Example R7 250 - http://www.dabs.com/products/sapphire-technology-amd-radeon-r7-250-800mhz-1gb-gddr5-pci-e-3-0-hdmi-ultimate-9CL7.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=ppc%20product%20search&utm_content=Q200&utm_campaign=Components%20and%20Storage%20-%20Graphics,%20TV%20Tuners%20and%20I/O%20-%20Graphics


The hole at the back of the case is a standard size and you will get a backplate with your motherboard that clips in there making sure everything fits.

 

[Vic 40]

If you don't need huge performance from the graphics card there are plenty of fanless cards available at the lower end.

Why would he need an extra gpu when he has the igp to work with?

 

[casper1973]

Why would he need an extra gpu when he has the igp to work with?

Why does anyone need a GPU when they have IGP? Gaming isn't the only thing a dedicated GPU is used for >.>

Description of the usage is pretty vague. We don't know what programs are being used and maybe they want to run 2 or 3 monitors. We don't know.

Extra information isn't doing any harm. It's up to the OP to take that information and decide if it's relevant.

 

[Vic 40]

i will build a powerful computer with a 40dls graphic card. Intel I7

If that's the 4770K is the hd 4600 capable enough for three monitors.

 

[terry4536]

When selecting your case , just check the specification page for the size of motherboard that are compatible. Most mid- tower sized cases will allow ATX and ITX motherboards. The smaller cases like mini ATX and micro ITX cases are designed speciically for smaller motherboards like the ITX motherboard.