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Noctua NH-D15 G2 CPU Cooler Review
Noctua has long been a respected name in the PC cooling industry, consistently delivering high-performance products that are well loved for their whisper-quiet operation. I’m a big fan of air cooling; it’s often overlooked by PC gamers who think water is the only way to cool a high-end system, but…
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How to Use Thermal Grizzly’s PhaseSheet PTM
Sponsored Article Thermal Grizzly is a name synonymous with cutting-edge thermal solutions. They have continually pushed the boundaries of thermal management technology, developing products that cater to the needs of both enthusiasts and professionals. One of their most notable innovations is the KryoSheet graphene thermal pad, which offers a superior…
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Arctic Freezer 36 A-RGB White CPU Cooler Review
Arctic is on a winning streak right now, with the launch of their truly incredible Freezer III AIO coolers, and a three-month-long celebration that has seen them slash prices to disruptive levels. Honestly, if you’re buying an AIO cooler in the next few months, and Arctic isn’t at the top…
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be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 5 CPU Cooler Review
When it comes to high-end air cooling, there are some pretty compelling options on the market these days. Noctua, Cooler Master and DeepCool all have class-leading air coolers right now, albeit some of the Noctua models are getting a bit old now and their new one isn’t out until 2024.…
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Cooler Master MasterAir MA824 Stealth
If there’s one thing I’ve noticed in recent months, it’s that all the big-name brands are coming for the blood of Noctua. There are whispers, rumours and outright boasting going on behind the scenes in the industry, about how this fan is as good or better than Noctua, or something…
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Noctua Unveil its New Low-Profile NH-L9a-AM5 CPU Coolers for Ryzen 7000
Noctua has announced the launch of its latest addition to its highly-successful NH-L9 series of low-profile CPU coolers. – At a height of only 37mm, the new NH-L9a-AM5 and NH-L9a-AM5 chromax.black are an excellent choice for quiet, ultra-compact HTPCs or Small Form Factor (SFF) systems using AMD’s latest, AM5-based Ryzen…
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be quiet! Launch its New Pure Rock LP (Low-Profile) CPU Cooler
be quiet! has announced the launch of a new addition to its highly-popular portfolio of air coolers. The Pure Rock LP is a low-profile cooler with a height of a mere 45 mm, making it the CPU cooler of choice for ultra-compact Mini-ITX builds that require reliably potent cooling while…
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NZXT Launch its New and Improved H5 Series Cases and T120 Series CPU Coolers
NZXT has announced the successor to their highly popular H510 mid-tower ATX case, the H5 Flow and H5 Elite, and also the launch of their new T120 series of air coolers. The H5 Series features two new ATX-compatible cases that will be the main chassis featured in NZXT’s mid-tower lineup;…
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DeepCool AK400 ZERO DARK PLUS CPU Cooler Review
While I certainly appreciate both the features and benefits of an AIO liquid cooler, I think I’ll always personally prefer air solutions. – No, they’re often not quite as fancy or fashionable, but in terms of overall durability, reliability, and ease of use, it’s hard to deny that if a…
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GELID Launch its New ‘POLAR 2’ Low-Profile CPU Cooler
For users looking to build compact systems, finding a suitable cooling solution can often be a difficult task. Most coolers are, after all, pretty chunky creatures.- Following the launch of their new ‘POLAR 2’ CPU cooler design, however, GELID is clearly hoping that this will provide an excellent choice for…
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DeepCool AK500 Air CPU Cooler Review
While I appreciate the levels of performance which can be achieved with an AIO solution, I would freely concede that I’ll always take a personal preference for air CPU coolers. They’re simpler, easier to live with, and with the only maintenance being a little spring cleaning every now and then,…
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be quiet! Confirms its AM5 CPU Cooler Compatibility
Following the release of AMD’s Ryzen 7000 platform, while many are excited to be making the transition to the new AM5 socket (and all the goodness that goes with it), it has clearly raised more than a few questions in regard to CPU cooler compatibility. – Fortunately, following a number…
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DeepCool Unveil its New AK500 High-Performance CPU Cooler
DeepCool has announced the launch of its new AK500, a continuation of the AK series that includes models such as the highly-popular AK620. The DeepCool AK500 is a high-performance single tower CPU cooler that maximizes cooling potential with a large heat sink, five advanced heat pipes, and a highly efficient…
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be quiet! Pure Rock 2 FX Air CPU Cooler Review
While AIO coolers are generally perceived now as the sexier and more premium option, I have to admit to always having a personal preference for air designs. Put simply, I like an air cooler. They’re generally solid, exceptionally reliable, and if installed well should last for years with only minimal…
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DeepCool AK400 WH Performance CPU Cooler Review
While there will, of course, always be demand for high-performance CPU air coolers, it’s hard to deny that the entry-level part of the market is notably (if not massively) more competitive! – Consumers clearly want the most bang for their buck while, at the same time, squeezing out as much…
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