Big but works
1/4/2012 11:13:42 PM
Kevin from Calgary NW writes:
- Strengths:
- Does what its supposed to do, have a i5 2500k (3.3GHz) running at 5.2GHz, 40-50 degrees. Could be better but I need to fix case airflow
- Weaknesses:
- Bulky, need to take motherboard out to install
- Summary:
Awesome!
12/26/2011 7:18:23 PM
Justin from Edmonton writes:
- Strengths:
- -WAY quieter than stock coolers
-amazing performance, stays quiet and cool
-Nice design
- Weaknesses:
- -make sure u have 1 person to help you install
- Summary:
- its simply amazing, best $50 u will invest, i would recommend using your own thermal paste instead of the one you get with the cooler, compared to stock fans, this things amazing! If your looking for amazing performance for the price and your case has the room...GET THIS!
Great unit compared to stock
11/13/2011 1:03:28 AM
Josh from Calgary writes:
- Strengths:
- 8 heat pipes
Completely out performs the stock i5 cooler
Controls my temp very well
Looks awesome.
It's a beast!
Got on sale for $49.99... couldn't pass it up.
- Weaknesses:
- The RPM adjustment dial doesn't seem to do anything. I can't hear the fan speed up or slow down when twisting the knob.
- Summary:
- I bought this to replace my stock cpu cooling unit after it decided to crap out on me. I had been struggling with games for a few days, hardly able to run BF3 and F1 2011. After installing this cooler, I saw a massive improvement in the playability of those game titles. And was able to record without any noticeable lag at 50ish FPS..
Highly recommend this cooling unit!
Big perforamnce, Small price
8/27/2011 7:03:08 AM
Nick from Westlock writes:
- Strengths:
- Looks good
fairly quiet
works great
the price was right
- Weaknesses:
- It literally took 3 guys(myself included ) to install this monster onto the board
- Summary:
- BE FOREWARNED!!!!!!!!!!
Be sure to check the max clearances of your case!!!!!! I installed this in a Raven RV01 case and it just fit ( 5mm) other than the installation issue, This thing is a lot quieter than I would have expected and keeps my 960 under40 deg. I would recommend this to everyone
one of the best
8/14/2011 2:56:54 PM
jonathan from calgary writes:
- Strengths:
- -cpu temps are around 40c-45- when idle to gaming
-include brackets for
Intel Socket LGA1366
Intel Socket LGA775
AMD Socket (Socket 940/AM2/AM2+)
-single fan controller
-not noisy
-supports high wattage power up to 180w
-8 heat pipes to help air move better
- Weaknesses:
- the only down side to this product is the height is a little big for some case would not fit in my thermaltake aromour and that's over 200 dollar case had to mode side 25cm fan to fit other then that performance is good
- Summary:
Awesome
8/6/2009 1:26:06 PM
Some Guy from Calgary writes:
- Strengths:
- Great looking
Great Cooling
Cooled well without power to fan...
- Weaknesses:
- Clunky install (subjective)
- Summary:
- I love this thing. I used it with MX2 and it works wonders. I decided to reseat the cooler and when doing so, i somehow forgot to plug in the fan power connector, my PC booted and I even was playing games. I wondered why my temps were so high... I plugged it in and my i7 920 runs like a dream. I have it OC to 3.8, not to bad.
Hey good looking
4/29/2009 2:23:30 PM
Tim Lengert from Calgary, Alberta writes:
- Strengths:
- Looks amazing... one of the better looking heatsinks out there. Good cooling, but not great.
- Weaknesses:
- This thing is huge and makes it difficult to mount memory cooling. The V10 might be a better solution for CPU and memory cooling. Liquid cooling is hands down the best, but this is a good cooling contender if you don't mind 40-50c temperaturs. Keep in mind, you need good case air movement to help cool the motherboard components because of the side mounted fan cooling on this cooler. The i7 CPU's do push the limits of the cooling capability but this does seem to be one of the better out there.
- Summary:
- Overall, I was very impressed with this cooler. I would suggest that anyone who is looking for a new cooling solution to try this cooler out, or to anyone looking to begin down the overclocking road. This cooler should be able to not only keep your processor cool, but also make your case look great with it's red glow. I must admit, I'm a liquid cooler kinda guy so I'm really hard on review air cooled heatsinks. I'm giving it a 4, but deserves a 5 rating if compared to other air solutions.
High 5
2/14/2009 1:15:12 PM
Kyle from Edmonton writes:
- Strengths:
- Great for cooling OC'd systems
Works with my i7 socket and comes with the brackets :D
- Weaknesses:
- HUGE! god this thing is a monster, i have no idea what tower people are putting those V10's in.
- Summary:
- Great price with great results.
Dont have to go liquid cooling now :D
Works with i7 right outta the box HIgh Five!