OCCT version 15 adds coil whine detection that doesn't require a microphone — popular stress tester gets genius new feature to silence your PC

The latest version of OCCT, a popular stress tester, introduces a new feature for detecting coil whine without the need for a microphone. This tool can help users pinpoint the source of high-pitched noises from components like graphics cards, motherboards, or power supplies. By artificially loading the system, OCCT can convert these frequencies into specific tunes, making it easier to identify the source of the coil whine. While this feature may not be essential for gamers in quiet environments, it can be beneficial for users in noisy settings like offices or internet cafes. Coil whine is a common issue in computer hardware, and this new detection tool offers a practical solution for addressing it.