Scythe Fuma 3 bonus tests: Third fan and same rotation

Cooling, CPU coolers, Extra tests | | Ľubomír Samák

What impact does adjusting the fan configuration have on the efficiency and acoustic profile of the Scythe Fuma 3 cooler? We report on the possible changes in the additional tests, where in one of the modes, the heatsink is supplemented with a third fan and in the other we replaced the low-profile fan with a thicker model, but at the same time we deprived the cooler of one of the advertised advantages – the counter-rotating fans.

Results – 48 dBA and maximum speed


Why is there a missing value in the cooler chart? Either because the cooler could no longer handle the load in the specified mode, or because the fan could not be slowed down to the required level, typically the mode with the lowest noise level.


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  2. Might it be possible to replace the slim fan with another SKF 120? Between this and the original test, it’s quite interesting. I am surprised they didn’t give a 3-fan option.

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    1. Thanks for the tip for a test. Unfortunately, for lack of time, we will not be able to add it anymore. There are too many things that we are in delay with…

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