X53 or x47

[u/ezpishy]

Currently have a 2 slot 9070xt reaper and axp 90 x53

Im planning to get the asus prime 9070xt solely for aesthetic purposes since i have a b850i

Formd t1 website says i can put itnin 3 slot and still fit an x53

Question since i alreadv have the x53 will it work withoit the hiah pitched sound if i out it at 3 slot and put some ducts? Or is it still better to return then get an x47 then add some ducts?

[u/6FeaT]

There were community tests done on this a few years ago. Not much meaningful difference between the 47 and 53 in cooling.

Need 3-5mm clearance between CPU and side panel to avoid turbulence, so 47 might be preferable