Experience the Power of AMD FX-9590 & RX 460 in a Mineral Oil-Cooled PC!

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. The Heart of the Build: Submergible Pump
3. Power Supply: Thermaltake 650 Watt
4. Storage: Silicon Power 120GB SSD
5. Cooling: 120mm Radiator
6. Processor: AMD 9590
7. RAM: HyperX Fury 8GB
8. Cable Splitters for Fans
9. Graphics Card: Sapphire RX 460
10. Motherboard: 990 FX Gaming
11. Final Touches: H-60 Cooler Installation and Mineral Oil Fill-up
12. Performance and Conclusion

Introduction

It's a challenge like no other when AMD asks you to cool a beastly 95 90 processor. And what does one do in such a situation? Well, the answer is simple - you submerge it in mineral oil. But is it really going to work? Let's find out.

The Heart of the Build: Submergible Pump

The key component at the center of this build is the 250-gallon-per-hour submergible pump. Unlike the cheaper pumps, this reliable and name-brand pump provides a substantial amount of oil circulation to effectively cool the processor. With the ability to lift a large amount of oil, this pump ensures sufficient Headroom for the cooling process.

Power Supply: Thermaltake 650 Watt

To power this high-performance setup, a Thermaltake 650-watt power supply is chosen. Though not modular, it offers individually sleeved cables that not only look good but also provide durability. It's important to note that the power cord cables are made of non-edible materials, eliminating any concerns from the previous build's controversies.

Storage: Silicon Power 120GB SSD

The storage solution for this build is a Silicon Power 120GB SSD. This drive has proven its resilience by being used in a previous build without any issues, even after being exposed to the mineral oil environment. With its impressive performance and affordability, it's an excellent choice for this build.

Cooling: 120mm Radiator

A 120mm radiator is utilized in this setup, without any fans pre-installed. This cost-effective approach allows for greater customization when it comes to tubing and fan placement. The radiator comes with convenient mounting options for fans at the front and back, allowing for efficient heat dissipation.

Processor: AMD 9590

At the heart of this build lies the AMD 9590 processor, currently one of the best processors on the market. With its stock clock speed of 5 GHz and the potential for even higher overclocking, this powerhouse demands optimal cooling to maintain optimal performance.

RAM: HyperX Fury 8GB

The build is equipped with 8GB of HyperX Fury RAM, which not only performs well but also stands out with its sleek and shiny red design. With a clock speed of 1866, it offers a slight boost over standard 1600 RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and gaming experiences.

Cable Splitters for Fans

To accommodate the cooling needs, cable splitters are utilized to connect two or more fans to a single fan header. This solution offers flexibility in terms of fan placement and cable management, ensuring optimal cooling performance throughout the build.

Graphics Card: Sapphire RX 460

The graphics card of choice is the Sapphire RX 460, a 4GB GDDR5 card from the Nitro series. With its overclocked version and low power consumption of around 85 watts, it's an ideal fit for the build, considering the challenges posed by mineral oil cooling.

Motherboard: 990 FX Gaming

The motherboard chosen for this build is the 990 FX Gaming, carefully selected by AMD to complement the overall setup. With its abundance of expansion slots, USB 3.1 support, and gamer aesthetic, it provides both functionality and style.

Final Touches: H-60 Cooler Installation and Mineral Oil Fill-up

The Corsair H-60 water cooler is installed to assist in cooling the AMD 9590 processor. While it doesn't feature Corsair Link, it effectively performs its cooling duties by utilizing the pump pins and connecting the fans through a three-pin or Molex connector. Before turning on the system, the mineral oil is carefully poured in, ensuring a sufficient fill level.

Performance and Conclusion

After installing the necessary drivers and ensuring the system is properly set up, the PC performs admirably in benchmarks and gaming tests. The limitations mainly stem from the budget-friendly Radeon RX 460 graphics card. However, this build serves as a proof of concept, showcasing the possibilities of creating a high-end mineral oil-cooled PC. Despite a few hiccups along the way, the build successfully keeps the AMD 9590 cool, even under heavy loads. Overall, this challenge has been a rewarding and impressive experience.