Zalman CNPS 10X Quiet and Extreme review - Meet the Twins

by Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 12/23/2009 03:00 PM [

So the first thing you need to know is that both the CNPS10X Extreme and CNPS10X Quiet are compatible with any recent processor socket. You will be able to install the cooler on Intel socket 1156, 1366, 775 and AMD AM3, AM2(+), 940,939 and 754. That's right, any processor from the last year or three is supported.

CNPS10X Quiet
The CNPS10X Quiet is a CPU Cooler with Low Noise yet High Capacity 120mm Fan for low noise maximized cooling performance. The heatsink is optimized for high performance during quiet operation, incorporating a switching, noise eliminating high capacity 120mm fan for intensified cooling performance and minimized noise. Aluminum fins disperse heat away from the CPU via 5 heatpipes, while the high capacity 120mm fan quickly cools the heatsink for stable operation of high performance CPUs. The product comes with FAN MATE 2 , an adjustable fan speed controller. Also included with the cooler is Zalman's thermal grease (TIM) ZM-STG2.

Components bundled:

CNPS10X Extreme & PWM Mate
Thermal Grease (ZM-STG2)
FAN MATE 2
Double-Sided Tape
FAN MATE 2 Cable
Washers
Users Manual
Backplates / clips / screws etc

You'll spot this product for roughly 50 EUR in e-tail.

Zalman CNPS X10 CPU coolers

CNPS10X Extreme
The CNPS10X Extreme is a Low-noise 120mm Blue LED CPU cooler that has more powerful cooling performance. Aluminum fins again disperse heat away from the CPU via 5 heatpipes, while the high capacity 120mm fan quickly cools the heatsink for stable operation of high performance CPUs. The cooler includes PWM Mate, an RPM controllable PWM fan speed controller, with the options of 3-Speed Auto or Manual Control Modes. Along with the package you'll find a 120mm fan incorporated for ultra quiet operation and Blue LEDs for nice aesthetics

Zalman CNPS X10 CPU coolers Talking about aesthetics -- The entire heatsink of CNPS10X Extreme is Black-Pearl Nickel Plated for long-term corrosion resistance, while the deep Black-Pearl tone along with the high intensity Blue LEDs reinforce the overall looks. Also included is ZM-STG2 thermal grease.

Components bundled:

CNPS10X Extreme & PWM Mate
Thermal Grease (ZM-STG2)
Double-Sided Tape
Extension Cable
Washers
Users Manual
Backplates / clips / screws etc

You'll spot this product for roughly 60 EUR in e-tail. Let's head on over the the next page where we'll enter the product photo gallery.

Zalman CNPS X10 CPU coolers

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