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Corsair H170i Elite Capellix XT review




Corsair has announced an updated line of liquid coolers, and we have the Corsair H170i Elite Capellix XT edition on our test bench to see how the most beefy triple-fan 420mm model performs. The kit comes equipped with an iCUE node commander, where you can connect RGB and all fans, plus a few extras.
Read articleDeepcool AK500 CPU Cooler Review




We review the Deepcool AK500. The design, functionality, and performance of this CPU cooler are all superb. It is easy to classify as a top-tier mainstream air cooler due to its powerful cooling performance and low noise output.
Read articleDeepcool LT720 LCS Cooler Review




We review the LT720 LCS Cooler. A new and improved all-in-one (AIO) liquid cooler based of the LS series, characterised by an aesthetically pleasing water block with an "infinity mirror" and RGB lighting.
Read articleArctic A35/I35 A-RGB air coolers review



Arctic (a german manufacturer) these days is mainly recognizable from their Liquid Freezer II, which we reviewed as a 280 non-RGB version, 240 ARGB, and 360 ARGB. Still, today, we are examining two air coolers from the Arctic: an A35/I35 A-RGB. Why two in one review? That’s mainly because each is dedicated to the CPU from a different producer. A35 is aimed at the AM5/AM4 platform, and the i35 is for Intel’s 1700, 1200, 1155, 1151, and 1150 sockets.
Read articleCorsair H100i RGB Elite (2022) review




Corsair has announced an updated line of liquid coolers, and this time the Corsair H100i Elite 2022 edition is on our test bench to see how the most miniature dual-fan 240mm model performs. Corsair has outfitted the kit with their most acceptable AF 120 Elite series PWM fans, as well as a fan/RGB HUB and updated RGB. An external node commander is no longer needed.
Read articleScythe Mugen 5 Rev.C CPU Cooler review
We review Scythes new Mugen 5 Rev. C cooler. Rev.C. of the Mugen 5 Rev.C features a new Kaze Flex II 120 mm PWM fan but is based on the traditional Mugen 5 heatsink design with its most recognizable metal caps top cover. The cooler is now also compatible with Intel's LGA1700 socket, ideal for 12th Generation Core processors.
Read articlebe quiet Pure Loop 2 FX 280mm LCS review




Be quiet! has redesigned its liquid cooling line, meet the Pure Loop 2 FX. Not only does the LCS CPU cooler offer fresh looks with new aRGB LEDs, but it is also more silent with a PWM-based pump. And that pump sits unusually between tubing, conceivably in order to deflect an Asetek patent.
Read articleScythe FUMA2 Rev.B CPU Cooler review




Scythes new Fuma 2 Rev.B cooler now features two 120 mm PWM fans that can produce up to 67 CFM for increased cooling capacity. The cooler is now also compatible with Intel's LGA1700 socket, ideal for 12th Generation Core processors.
Read articleDeepCool LS720 (LCS) review





DeepCool has returned with a new liquid cooler that we found to be nothing short of outstanding in terms of cooling performance. We review the 360mm version tagged LS720.
Read articleAlphacool Eisbaer Aurora HPE 360 LCS cooler review
Today, we are reviewing an AIO cooler from Alphacool; it’s an Eisbaer Aurora 360 HPE. We already had a chance to check its predecessor, the Eisbaer Aurora 360, back in 2020 (and it earned the “Recommended” award) and the Extreme Black edition of Eisbaer at the end of 2019 (and it was awarded the “Top Pick” badge). How will the new one perform?
Read articleNoctua NH-D12L CPU Cooler Review




Noctua is back in the house with a new Noctua NH-D12L CPU Cooler that we review this round. The L in the name is short for low height. As always the product is silent and offers proper cooling. Let's have a peek, shall we?
Read articleDeepcool AS500 PLUS CPU Cooler Review





We review the Deepcool AS500 PLUS. This dual fan-based CPU cooler absolutely impresses in looks, features as well as performance. It's easily tagged as a high-end performing air-cooler with low noise levels and include aRGB controller. All for just over 60 USD/EUR.
Read articleDeepcool AK400 air cooler review
Today, we are reviewing an air cooler from Deepcool; it’s an AK400. The AK400 is from the same family as the AK620 (a dual-tower cooler). The previous product of this type (air cooler) covered was the AS500, tested back at the end of 2020. It was so good (it earned the “Approved” award) that it stayed as a part of the chassis test suite. This time around, it’s also a single tower design cooler, with a four heat pipe tower layout, a unique matrix fin design, and a high-performance FDB fan that should provide excellent heat dissipation and low noise levels.
Read articleAsus Ryujin II 360 LCS cooler review





Today, we are reviewing an AIO cooler from Asus; it’s a Ryujin II 360. According to Japanese mythology, Ryujin is the deity of the seas and oceans, quite a fitting name for a water cooler. The presented product is a second revision of a cooler that we’ve already had a chance to check (along with a Ryujo 240) – previously; it was named (just) Asus Ryujin 360 (but we also had an opportunity to test the 240 mm variant).
Read articleSapphire NITRO+ S360-A and S240-A AIO review (LCS)





Sapphire brings a new product range to the table, LCS aka liquid CPU cooler. They teamed up with Asetek to design the NITRO+ S360-A and S240-A AIO. The product comes with an inventive all-in-one cable for the fans (RGB+PWM in one cable). Which makes this an interesting product series.
Read articleCorsair H150i Elite LCD review





Corsair has a refresh of liquid coolers, this round the Corsair H150i Elite LCD (IPS) edition is put on our test bench where we can check out the behavior of the triple-fan 360mm model. Corsair has paired the kit with new fans and a very outspoken LCD model, which we like very much.
Read articleFractal Design Lumen S28 RGB review (LCS)



It's been a while since we've put a Fractal Design cooling unit through its paces. The most recent items, on the other hand, feature enhanced cooling, a pump that is integrated into the radiator, and an improved RGB appearance.
Read articlebe quiet! Shadow Rock SLIM 2 review




This time, we're looking at another be quiet! cooler. Shadow Rock Slim 2 is an improved version of the original Shadow Rock Slim, with an optimized mounting kit for quick and easy installation on all current Intel and AMD consumer sockets.
Read articlebe quiet! Dark Rock TF2 review




We take a look at another be quiet! Is the Dark Rock TF 2 is a rock solid cooler. This cooler has a wonderful black appearance and is designed for a large size. It has BIG.little radiators configured, two fans, and can provide a cooling performance of up to 230 Watts, which is sufficient for any modern processor.
Read articleArctic Liquid Freezer II 360 A-RGB review




It has been a while since we have tested an Arctic liquid cooling unit. Let's check out how well they do with the Arctic Liquid Freezer II 360 A-RGB, fitted with a 360mm radiator, silent cooling, and new aRGB fans.
Read articleCooler Master Masterair MA624 Stealth/MA612 Stealth ARGB review





Today, we are reviewing two air coolers from Cooler Master: MasterAir MA624 Stealth and MA612 Stealth ARGB. Usually, we had a chance to check the AIO solutions from them, so now it's a good opportunity to study what we can achieve more standardly. This will also be a nice occasion to present two types of cooling architecture, as the MA612 Stealth ARGB is a single-tower, and MA624 Stealth is a dual-tower
Read articleArctic Liquid Freezer II 240 A-RGB review
It has been a while since we have tested an Arctic liquid cooling unit. Let's check out how well they do with the Arctic Liquid Freezer II 240 A-RGB, fitted with a 240mm radiator, silent cooling, and new aRGB fans.
Read articleScythe Mugen 5 Black air cooler review





Today, we are reviewing another air cooler from Scythe: the Mugen 5 Black Edition, coming from the best seller series of this Japanese manufacturer. It’s The last time we got our hands on this company’s cooler was at the end of 2020 (so not long ago) – it was the Ninja 5 (which earned the “Approved” award). This time around, it’s not a dual-tower CPU cooler but rather a single-tower.
Read articleCorsair H170i Elite Capellix review





Corsair has a refresh of liquid coolers, this round the Corsair H170i Elite Capellix edition is put on our test bench where we can check out the behavior of the triple-fan 420mm model. Corsair has paired the kit with their very best ML140 RGB Series magnetic levitation PWM fans and including an iCUE compatible fan/RGB HUB and Capellix RGB lit pump.
Read articleGuru3D Thermal Paste Roundup - Round 2 (2021)





It has been almost two years since we made part 1 of Thermal Paste Roundup. The community gave us good feedback and appreciated the initial article; thus, we have prepared our second round of that article. We'll add 10 more compounds bringing the total close to 30 compounds tested.
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