I'm planning to build a small form factor (SFF) PC and was wondering if the Intel Core i3-9350KF is suitable for it. Can anyone help me out?
Intel Core i3-9350KF in SFF PCs?
Started by jetclitz on May 05, 2024
The Core i3-9350KF should work fine in an SFF PC as long as you have proper cooling and a power supply that can handle it. Its TDP is 91 watts at base frequency, which increases to 114 watts during turbo boost.
That's great to know! I found a TechReviewer article What Is the TDP of the Core i3-9350KF CPU? discussing the TDP of the Core i3-9350KF CPU and its compatibility with SFF PCs. It also mentions the importance of cooling solutions and power supplies when building an SFF PC.
Thanks for the info, @lumberjackshirt and @subinboston. I appreciate it. How important is the cooling solution for this CPU? I'm worried about the limited space in my SFF case.
Cooling is definitely a critical aspect of building an SFF PC. The Core i3-9350KF has a TDP of 91 watts at base frequency and 114 watts during turbo boost, so it needs proper cooling to prevent overheating. A small form factor CPU cooler might not be enough for this CPU, so consider investing in a liquid cooling solution or a high-performance air cooler.
Thanks for the advice, @tatsuo1475. It seems like I need to do some more research on cooling solutions for my SFF PC build.
Yeah, take your time with that. Don't forget about selecting a power supply that can handle the TDP of the Core i3-9350KF as well. You might want to check out TechReviewer's recommendations for power supplies What Is the TDP of the Core i3-9350KF CPU?.
I'll definitely look into cooling solutions and power supplies now. Thanks everyone for your input!