Category: CPU coolers

Asus at Computex: BTF boards and GPUs, anime, and ProArt design

CPU coolers, Graphics, Motherboards, PC cases | | Jan Olšan

We have a colleague attending Taiwan’s Computex trade show, one of the highlights of the PC and hardware calendar, where manufacturers showcase their biggest innovations. We visited Asus, and we picked out a some interesting highlights the company is presenting. Asus, too, showcased motherboards with hidden connectors, along with one improvement that addresses the issue of GPU power cables. There was also a hub for wireless fan control. Read more “Asus at Computex: BTF boards and GPUs, anime, and ProArt design” »

“Cooling” brand Valkyrie at Innovex 2025: Prices to go down

CPU coolers, Fans, PC cases, News | | Ľubomír Samák

You may know the Cypriot company operating under the name Valkyrie from our tests. We’ve reviewed several of their coolers and a fan. There’s little to criticize about the products themselves, but as they admit – prices need to come down. If that happens, many of their components, including PC cases, may suddenly start looking much more appealing. Valkyrie showcased exactly what’s on offer at the Taipei exhibition center. Read more ““Cooling” brand Valkyrie at Innovex 2025: Prices to go down” »

Arctic sunsets P12/P14 fans, but Pro line gets a 140 mm model

CPU coolers, Fans, News | | Ľubomír Samák

In connection with Arctic, we were most interested in the details surrounding the new “Pro” P-series fans featuring seven blades. These recently appeared on the Liquid Freezer III Pro coolers, and not only are these fans heading for individual sale, but their aerodynamic design will also serve as the basis for upcoming 140 mm variants. At the Computex 2025 booth, Arctic even had its own PC case on display. Read more “Arctic sunsets P12/P14 fans, but Pro line gets a 140 mm model” »

DeepCool working with wood… integrated into coolers and cases

CPU coolers, News, PC cases | | Ľubomír Samák

It’s not “just” about metal components anymore. DeepCool is introducing wooden elements to its coolers and also PC cases. And DeepCool isn’t relying solely on looks – “Spartacus” is the name of a new line of liquid coolers aiming to push the limits of thermal performance. The high bar – perhaps even higher than before?– is also being set by the dual-tower Assassin VC Elite cooler. Read more “DeepCool working with wood… integrated into coolers and cases” »

CPS PCCooler Aims to dominate the market Its name references

CPU coolers, News | | Ľubomír Samák

We’ve tested their coolers several times, and they’ve consistently ranked near the top. Yes, we’re talking about “PCCooler.” Behind this somewhat prosaic name lies a clear ambition from the Chinese company – to be the best. Even if that means producing heavier products than the competition. And yes, Computex had more cooling fins than HWCooling’s test lab usually sees. Read more “CPS PCCooler Aims to dominate the market Its name references” »

Computex 2025: Endorfy? Not Just Cheaper ATX 3.1 PSUs

CPU coolers, PC cases, PSUs | | Ľubomír Samák

At Computex 2025, the team behind Endorfy showcased prototypes of new panoramic cases as well as more affordable versions of ATX 3.1 power supplies. These are still in development and expected to hit the market next year (2026). Among the items already available for purchase were coolers, some of which we’ve already tested in detail. So, let’s focus on the most important highlights from the booth. Read more “Computex 2025: Endorfy? Not Just Cheaper ATX 3.1 PSUs” »

Arctic releases Freezer 8. Shorter coolers for low-power CPUs

Cooling, CPU coolers, News | | Ľubomír Samák

Forget the Freezer 7 and turn your attention to the Freezer 8. It’s the successor to the cooler marked with the “legendary” seven. Sure, it’ll take a moment to get used to the new name, but that’s the way it is – Arctic is updating its low-end lineup, and if you’re looking for a budget tower cooler for entry-level CPUs, the Freezer 8 will be one of the options. And one that fits even smaller or narrower cases. These coolers are only 136 mm tall. Read more “Arctic releases Freezer 8. Shorter coolers for low-power CPUs” »

Noctua NM-IMB8a: Closer to hotspots – lower CPU temps

Cooling, CPU coolers, News | | Ľubomír Samák

The repositioning of Core Ultra 200S (Arrow Lake) CPU cores to the north side of the chip – compared to the previous southern placement – has also shifted the location of the CPU’s thermal hotspot, where the most intense heat transfer is needed. Noctua has responded with the NM-IMB8a offset mounting bars, which reposition the coldplate of the NH-D15 G2 cooler on the processor to achieve lower operating temperatures. Read more “Noctua NM-IMB8a: Closer to hotspots – lower CPU temps” »

Jonsbo CR-1000 V2 Pro ARGB: Powerful, flashy, and affordable

Cooling, CPU coolers, Extra tests | | Ľubomír Samák

At first glance, this cooler might seem like an extremely attractive choice for a wide range of users. Its specs suggest strong performance, it has lighting, and the price is… yes, we can say “low” – at 25 euros, that word still fits. This assumption is partly true, but if you think the CR-1000 V2 Pro ARGB can handle everything, you’d be mistaken. There are certain limitations here that come from its more budget-oriented design. Read more “Jonsbo CR-1000 V2 Pro ARGB: Powerful, flashy, and affordable” »

BeQuiet! Pure Rock Pro 3: Dual towers in the entry-level class

Cooling, CPU coolers, Extra tests | | Ľubomír Samák

An above-standard fin surface area is what characterizes the latest Pure Rock (3) coolers with the “Pro” designation. That “Pro” refers to the pair of fin stacks that the heatsink is composed of. And yet, we’re still in the lowest product line that BeQuiet! offers. The tested variant is also the least expensive of them all. Grey fins (without a black coating) and “ordinary” fans (no lighting) – that’s the Pure Rock Pro 3 with the product code BK041. Read more “BeQuiet! Pure Rock Pro 3: Dual towers in the entry-level class” »

DeepCool LP360: Performance peak even with ARGB LEDs

Cooling, CPU coolers, Extra tests | | Ľubomír Samák

This DeepCool liquid cooler combines impressive aesthetics with exceptional cooling efficiency (and overall high cooling performance). It features lighting on both the fans and display-equipped water block, while maintaining the capability to cool the most powerful consumer desktop processors available. This is achieved without performance compromises and even with considerable headroom to spare. Read more “DeepCool LP360: Performance peak even with ARGB LEDs” »

BeQuiet! Silent Loop 3 (BW025): Founded on elite fans

Cooling, CPU coolers, Extra tests | | Ľubomír Samák

The latest of BeQuiet!’s liquid coolers – the Silent Loop 3 – delivers exceptionally high cooling performance, thanks in part to its premium 120mm Silent Wings 4 (Pro) fans. The Silent Loop 3 with a 360mm radiator meets the criteria and demands of even the most demanding users while maintaining wide compatibility with cases. However, achieving ultra-quiet operation will require slowing down the pump. Read more “BeQuiet! Silent Loop 3 (BW025): Founded on elite fans” »

Arctic’s new „pro“ variant of Liquid Freezer III (Pro) AIO

Cooling, CPU coolers, News | | Ľubomír Samák

The new Liquid Freezer III Pro liquid coolers introduce one highly visible change compared to previous models (Liquid Freezer III) without the “Pro” designation. This change involves new P-series fans featuring seven blades (instead of Arctic’s typical five-blade design). Additionally, the coolers boast an exceptionally thick radiator profile, which should also contribute to achieving high cooling efficiency. Read more “Arctic’s new „pro“ variant of Liquid Freezer III (Pro) AIO” »

CPS PCCooler DT360 ARGB Display: Top performance, top efficiency

Cooling, CPU coolers, Extra tests | | Ľubomír Samák

Among the CPU coolers tested so far, the CPS PCCooler DT360 ARGB Display has the highest cooling performance and is also the most efficient. By this, we mean it delivers the best cooling performance even at comparable noise levels to other coolers. Across both platforms – Intel (on the Core Ultra 9 285K) and AMD (Ryzen 9 9950X). It is also attractive due to its display, while the price remains affordable. Read more “CPS PCCooler DT360 ARGB Display: Top performance, top efficiency” »

Test: MSI Z890 Ace (and CU9 285K) with CoreLiquid I360 cooler

CPU coolers, Extra tests, Motherboards | | Ľubomír Samák

What would be the results of standard motherboard tests if we used the MSI MAG CoreLiquid I360 cooler with them? Better. Specifically, lower temperatures would be achieved for the CPU cores, which would then run at higher clock speeds, which naturally means higher computing performance. Not dramatically, but if we are to illustrate the situation with plates of scales, their position is quite clear. Read more “Test: MSI Z890 Ace (and CU9 285K) with CoreLiquid I360 cooler” »

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