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Koolance Intros Water Blocks for GeForce GTX 400 Series

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · April 9, 2010 · 3723 reads · ★★★★★ (8 votes)

Koolance is ready with water blocks designed for NVIDIA's GeForce GTX 480 and GTX 470 graphics cards. The Koolance VID-NX480 and VID-NX470 are full-coverage water blocks that cool all vital heat-producing components on the obverse side of the PCB, including the GPU, memory and VRM areas. Both measure 6.25" x 5.75" x…

Noctua Announces NH-U9B Special Edition CPU Cooler

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · November 10, 2009 · 3067 reads · ★★★★★ (1 votes)

Noctua today announced a new special edition of its popular NH-U9B premium cooler, which is renowned for providing excellent quiet cooling performance in a compact package that lends itself to use in HTPCs or smaller cases. The new NH-U9B SE2 now comes with two of Noctua's award-winning NF-B9 92mm fans and adds…

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Cooling · Author HaSLeS · November 4, 2009 · 3379 reads · ★★★★★ (3 votes)

First unveiled at ComputeX 2009 back in June, Noctua’s NH-D14 has finally made its official debut. NH-D14 measures 160×140x158mm, has six copper heatpipes, a 120mm NF-P12 and a 140mm NF-P14 fan which has a maximum working speed of 1200RPM and 1300RPM, respectively. According to the company, the NH-D14 in…

Gelid Presents Tranquillo CPU Cooler

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · November 3, 2009 · 2942 reads · ★★★★★ (1 votes)

The cooling specialist Gelid Solutions has just announced Tranquillo, which is claimed to “cool any CPU while maintaining low noise levels and at a great price”. Tranquillo weighs 645g, features four copper heatpipes, a 120mm hydro dynamic bearing fan which operates at 750RPM to 1500RPM with a maximum sound output of…

Noctua Serves up the 140mm NF-P14 FLX Fan

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · October 31, 2009 · 3153 reads · ★★★★★ (2 votes)

Noctua has just announced its first 140mm fan - NF-P14 FLX which promises more airflow and better cooling performance. The nine-blade fan features Vortex-Control Notches to achieve superb quietness and outstanding efficiency, and has the same hole-spacing as common 120mm fans, making it ideal for those who want to…

Artic RC PRO Keeps Your RAM Cool

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · October 31, 2009 · 3154 reads · ★★★★★ (1 votes)

Arctic Cooling has just revealed the Arctic RC PRO, its newest RAM cooler which is compatible with both DDR2 and DDR3 memory modules. The aluminum heatsink measures 126×76mm, weighs 74g, and features fins that extend 5cm. Securely assembled by 3 screws, the included pre-applied thermal pads firmly lay on the modules…

Danamics LMX CPU Cooler Detailed

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · October 28, 2009 · 3179 reads · ★★★★★ (3 votes)

More than one year after unveiling the LM10 CPU cooler with liquid metal inside, Danamics has decided that it’s time to deliver its successor - LMX, just as they planned. LMX measures 158.2×170.5×90mm, weighs 1180g, includes nickel-plated aluminum heatsink, and two 120mm LED fans designed by SilenX which works at…

Аkasa unveils Freedom Tower CPU cooler

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · October 26, 2009 · 2974 reads · ★★★★★ (3 votes)

Akasa Freedom Series is designed to unleash the performance of your system. Freedom Tower is a multi platform CPU cooler utilizing four nickel plated copper heatpipes with direct contact technology. The extreme cooling capabilities give you freedom to overclock and white LED 12cm fan with PWM provides ultra quiet…

Announcement of the Spire Storm Series

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · October 26, 2009 · 2846 reads · ★★★★★ (3 votes)

The Spire Storm CPU Cooler Series are designed with the price cautious user in mind. The Storm 954 is the universal Intel version, silent and cost effective. The Storm 954 is applicable to the Intel 775/1156 and 1366 sockets. The star heat-sink is made with a large copper core insert, topped with our new Storm series…

Spire Unveils Slimod VGA Cooler

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · October 16, 2009 · 3298 reads · ★★★★★ (1 votes)

Introducing the newly arrived High-end VGA Graphics Array cooler, Slimod. This cool VGA Card cooler is brimming with technology and innovation. Applicable to the latest NVIDIA GeForce and ATI Radeon GPUs, the Slimod will deliver optimum cooling for today's hot GPUs. Equipped with 3 all copper 6mm Direct Touch…

Danger Den Delivers New Waterblock for HD 5870

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · October 16, 2009 · 3336 reads · ★★★★★ (1 votes)

Danger Den has developed a new waterblock for Radeon HD 5870, and the baby is being listed for order. The CrossFire-ready waterblock weighs 2.0 lbs, and is completely anti-corrosive. It utilizes the international standard G 1/4 BSPP fittings, and significantly reduces load and idle temperatures on the video card by 20…

PowerColor Partners with EK to Bring Water-cooled Radeon HD 5870

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · October 9, 2009 · 3028 reads · ★★★★★ (4 votes)

TUL Corporation has just announced the collaboration with the well-known liquid cooling solution provider EK on the Radeon HD 5870 LCS series. “PowerColor always tries to bring gamers a superior and out-of-box gaming experience,” said Ted Chen, CEO of TUL Corporation. “The partnership with EK sets up another milestone…

Scythe Announces Samurai ZZ CPU Cooler

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · October 9, 2009 · 3241 reads · ★★★★★ (3 votes)

Scythe extends its product portfolio by adding a new CPU Cooler for the entry level market. Samurai ZZ (Model No. SCSMZ-2000) is a top-flow CPU Cooler weighing 16.6 oz, respectively 495 g (incl. Fan), and it is equipped with 3 u-shaped Copper-Heatpipes as well as a 92 mm Fan. Supplied fan is supports the PWM-Feature…

Zalman Rolls out CNPS-10X Flex CPU Cooler

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · October 6, 2009 · 3310 reads · ★★★★★ (6 votes)

Traditionally, a specialists in aluminum/copper fin 'ring' type CPU coolers, Zalman maintained a performance leadership till aluminum fin tower type CPU coolers took over as the better performing design. Zalman was forced to keep up with the trend, which it did with the introduction of its CNPS-10X series coolers,…

Xigmatek Intros Balder SD1283 CPU Cooler

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · October 6, 2009 · 3170 reads · ★★★★★ (4 votes)

Cooling specialist Xigmatek announced its latest CPU cooler, the Balder SD1283. The Balder maintains a design similar to most other tower coolers. The design consists of a base from which three heat pipes of 8 mm diameter making direct contact with the CPU, convey heat to a dense array of aluminum alloy fins. The CPU…

Xigmatek Intros Bifrost VD1065 VGA Cooler

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · October 5, 2009 · 4390 reads · ★★★★☆ (7 votes)

Keeping up closely with its recent release of the Balder SD1213 CPU cooler, Xigmatek also introduced the Bifrost VD1065 VGA cooler. The Bifrost is a twin-fan aluminum fins based GPU cooler, that makes use of the company's popular Heat-pipe Direct Touch feature. The fairly-simple construction of this cooler includes a…

Tuniq Intros Propeller 120 CPU Cooler

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · September 29, 2009 · 2227 reads · ★★★★★ (2 votes)

Tuniq introduced its newest CPU cooler, the Tuniq Propeller 120. This release follows the launch of the Tower 120 Extreme. Measuring 128(L) × 127.5(W) × 145(H) mm, and weighing at 590 g without the 120 mm fan, The cooler sports an unconventional design. From the CPU base pass four 8 mm nickel-plated copper heat-pipes…

EK Water Blocks Readying Radeon HD 5870 Water Block

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · September 28, 2009 · 3302 reads · ★★★★★ (3 votes)

Slovenian water-cooling components specialist EK Water Blocks is readying one of the first water blocks for the AMD Radeon HD 5870 accelerator. Called EK FCS5870, it is a full-coverage water block from the looks of it, cooling all essential components on the PCB, including the GPU, memory, and VRM. The first picture…

Danamics LMX Liquid Metal CPU Cooler Due in Q4

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · September 22, 2009 · 2873 reads · ★★★★★ (3 votes)

Last year Danamics introduced its LM-10 CPU cooler with liquid metal inside, but the benchmarks proved that its performance was just even to Ultra 120 Extreme. Considering its whopping price of ?350, it didn’t become popular at all. The company just doesn’t want to give up - they’re working on a new and improved…

Arctic Cooling Announces Arctic F- High Performance Case Fans

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · September 18, 2009 · 3992 reads · ★★★★☆ (6 votes)

The Swiss low noise cooling solution provider ARCTIC COOLING today announced the launch of the ARCTIC F series case fan series in 80mm, 92mm and 120mm. As the advanced version of the previous AF fan series, these new fans are ideal for users who are looking for a quiet and efficient case ventilation solution. The…

CoolIT WS 240 Liquid Cooling System Makes its Debut

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · September 18, 2009 · 3299 reads · ★★★★☆ (3 votes)

CoolIT has just announced the availability of its WS 240 liquid cooling system for Nehalem-based processors. The WS 240 measures 117×277x125mm, weighs 1.03kg, utilizes a 240mm radiator and two water blocks. Uses can switch between three operation modes by simply pushing a button to satisfy the need for quiet or the…

Thermaltake ISGC-V320 Cooler Hits Retail

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · September 17, 2009 · 3204 reads · ★★★★★ (2 votes)

Thermaltake ISGC-V320 which was introduced in early July has recently been found on sale in China. The cooler measures 241×125x63mm, weighs 738g, and features five heatpipes pattern connect with extra large copper base for maximum heat transfer, and dual 120mm silent fans to enhance cooling performance. The…

Thermaltake Launches SpinQ VT CPU Cooler with Special LED Lighting

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · September 13, 2009 · 3499 reads · ★★★★★ (6 votes)

Thermaltake, leading DIY thermal solutions brand, launches the next generation of the award-winning SpinQ processor cooler, the Thermaltake SpinQ VT. With its multi-socket support the SpinQ VT offers excellent compatibility for upcoming Intel LGA 1156, LGA 1366 and older LGA 775 processors, while AMD AM3, AM2+ and AM2…

Asetek Rolls out LGA 1156 Ready Liquid Cooling System

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · September 11, 2009 · 3336 reads · ★★★★★ (4 votes)

Asetek has just unveiled its LCLC liquid cooling system for Intel’s new Core i5 processor family, which consists of a single Intel mounting ring and back plate. Compatible with all popular Intel processors utilizing LGA 775 and LGA 1366 sockets, the system can also “be configured for any Intel desktop motherboard. A…

Noiseblocker Preps LGA 1156-compatible Twintec CPU Cooler

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · September 6, 2009 · 3042 reads · ★★★★★ (4 votes)

The German cooling solution provider Noiseblocker is said to be preparing a new CPU cooler, the Twintec. The upcoming cooler features not only two U-shaped copper heatpipes, but also a large 25.5mm Super-Conductor pipe in the center. Equipped with a 120mm MF12-P fan which works at speeds between 1000 and 2000RPM and…

Noctua Readies the LGA 1156-Compatible CPU Cooler

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · September 3, 2009 · 2678 reads · ★★★★★ (3 votes)

The well-known Austrian cooling brand Noctua has just announced the latest addition to its offerings - NH-U12P SE2 which is compatible with Intel’s new LGA1156 processors. NH-U12P SE2 measures 940g including the two 120mm NF-P12 fans, and features copper base and heatpipes. The included SecuFirm2 mounting system…

Prolimatech Mega Shadow Cooler Gets Early Pictures

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · August 24, 2009 · 3128 reads · ★★★★★ (1 votes)

Following the success of Megahalems, the Taiwan-based Prolimatech has recently unveiled another high-end cooler, Mega Shadow. Exactly speaking, Mega Shadow is not a brand-new cooler - you can regard it as the black edition of Megahalems. As you can see, Mega Shadow features more shining surface. (though the Megahalems…

Scythe Extends Cooler Compatibility to LGA 1156 and LGA 1336 Sockets Using MSMCs

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · July 20, 2009 · 2421 reads · ★★★★★ (4 votes)

Scythe Europe announces the release of Revision B CPU Coolers Kama Angle, Ninja 2 and Ninja Mini. One of the major improvements besides the new package design is the extended socket compatibility which now allows to mount these Scythe CPU coolers an even wider range of sockets. Thanks to the M.S.M.C. (Multiplatform…

Zalman CNPS-10X Quiet Cooler Detailed

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · July 11, 2009 · 2872 reads · ★★★★☆ (4 votes)

Zalman is readying another CPU cooler in its 10 series, a successor to CNPS-9900. The company broke away from the trademark copper-fin ring design it used for CNPS-9300, 9500, 9700, and until lately, 9900. After the introduction of the CNPS-10X Extreme, the company disclosed the CNPS-10X Quiet. The differences between…

Zalman CNPS9900-NT Closing In

Cooling · Author HaSLeS · July 4, 2009 · 3101 reads · ★★★★★ (4 votes)

Having released the 120 mm copper monstrosity, the CNPS9900, Zalman is looking to give the NVIDIA-branded CNPS9700-NT an update, only this time, there's no NVIDIA branding to be seen. The CNPS9900-NT is decked with nickel-plated copper, which gives it the chrome appearance. Between the two copper-fin blocks, is nested…