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New BIOS and GPU driver updates so have to do these tests to make sure everything is still in shape.

Not really happy with the dual 27-in QHD monitor setup for movies and gaming so I pre-ordered LG UltraGear 38GN950-B today. If this unit doesn't turn up in 2-3 weeks, then I might instead grab Alienware AW3821DW which will be released this Nov. 27th. Don't get me wrong, dual 27-in QHD setup is excellent for productivity tasks. I might keep one of the 27-in QHD monitors just in case. 12/11 update: suppose to shipped out on Nov 6 but has been moved to Nov 27.  Also placed a pre-order on LG CX 48" OLED , suppose to ship out Nov 11 but has now been moved to between Nov 24 and Nov 30. At this rate, I might end up grabbing the Alienware unit mentioned above. Stock might be readily available on launch day. 17/11 update: I received  LG CX 48" OLED  yesterday so I had to cancel order for the LG 38GN950-B.

CPU (red), GPU (green)

From idle, playing GPU-intensive games (MSFS, Gears 5), surfing the net, watching Netflix... CPU (red), GPU (orange)

Ran benchmarks to make sure nothing changed performance-wise. All look good!  

AMD Wraith Cooler performance under Prime95 : CPU temp (orange), GPU temp(green) DRP4 under Prime95: Temperature improvement is very significant! I'm happy! As shown in previous post , here's CPU temp when playing MSFS 2020 with AMD Wraith Cooler: Peak temp is over 90C! Note that CPU has max temp of 95C In comparison, here's CPU temp when playing MSFS 2020 and DUTM with DRP4: Peak temp is below 85C CPU temp when idle (DRP4): When idle, CPU temp between coolers is pretty much the same Another important improvement is Sound Pressure Level (SPL). Based on readings, SPL is lower by 5-6dB when DRP4 fans are at max rpm. That's major! My post on SPL with AMD cooler and CPU at high-performance mode.

So I received  be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 4 Cooler today and proceeded to replace the stock  AMD Wraith Prism Cooler . Well, I ran Prime95 first for about 30 minutes to heat up the CPU thermal paste. After shutting PC down, I quickly opened up the case and then unlocked the cam lever of the stock cooler. After unlatching the retention clip underneath that lever, the cooler assembly jolted itself loose. Yey! CPU : Cooler heatsink: I then cleaned up the CPU lid using 100% isopropyl alcohol and an eyeglass cloth: Size comparison between the coolers: Thermal paste application: Install done!