only by
just by 12% power also he got it cheaper than me when i built mine
Nice hardware Larson
i see you got a microcode update
TUF GAMING Z790-PLUS WIFI BIOS 1641
Version 1641
11.29 MB
2024/02/29
"• Update the Intel microcode to version 0x123, which allows you to disable CEP for improved performance on Intel 14th Gen non-K series processors.
*Disabling CEP for performance enhancement may increase power consumption and temperature. Make sure you have adequate CPU cooling or use a higher-spec cooling solution;
**Intel CEP function depends on the CPU model. Refer to the Intel specification sheet or contact technical support for details.
Updating this BIOS will also update the corresponding Intel ME to version 16.1.30.2307v4. Please note that after you update this BIOS, the ME version will remain the updated one even if you revert to an older BIOS later."
Run the Asus driver update and check your Q-fan settings in BIOS.
For the CPU cooler, I would recommend water cooling because the heat pipe works best when the cold plate is in a desktop position. For a tower on the floor, the fluid stays on the lower pipes and the direct heat is not transferred from the cold plate as well as in a desktop setup. Have the exhaust out the back of the case.