Noctua CPU Cooler AMD Intel

Noctua NH-U14S Review

" Noctua are a mainstay in the cooling segment and are highly regarded as cooling specialists in their field. Having already reviewed many of their products we are already accustomed to the quality that are associated to the brand name. Today however, we are looking at a new product to join the U-Series. The NH-U14S is a step-up from the notorious NH-U12P. The U14S utilises a single tower design which has been engineered for maximum memory clearance and is the first cooler within the U-Series to feature a 140mm cooling fan. It’s been a while since we have seen a new addition to this series and so we are enthusiastic to what lies ahead. "

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 Phanteks CPU Cooler AMD Intel

Phanteks PH-TC12DX_BK CPU Heatsink Review

" Phanteks products continue to grow in popularity, as they off a wide range of heatsinks that utilize advanced technologies to improve the thermal properties, high performance fans with massive airflow capabilities and they also offer their heatsinks in multiple colors. Of course the last feature doesn’t improve the thermal performance of a heatsink, but having the option to buy a cooler in white, black, blue, or red allows the consumer to control the color scheme inside their case, which has been come a popular trend over the last few years. The heatsink we are examining from Phanteks is their PH-TC12DX, which is a U-Type dual tower heat-sink with four 6mm heat-pipes and technologies Phanteks calls P.A.T.S and C.P.S.C. These technologies are both designed to offer better heat dissipation and heat transfers, but they do need some explaining in order to understand just what they do, so Let’s break these two acronyms down, staring with P.A.T.S. "

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 Phanteks CPU Cooler AMD Intel

Phanteks PH-TC12DX Review

" Phanteks is a newcomer to the world of CPU coolers, but that is not stopping them from turning heads. They are continuing to push their way into the market with exceptional products. Their offering of unique, anodized aluminum coolers in a multitude of different colors is making enthusiasts take notice, and the fantastic warranty they offer gives them another advantage over some of their competitors. The Netherlands-based company's big claim to fame came with the PH-TC14PE. It immediately became a challenger of Noctua's famous NH-D14 after its release, and Phanteks didn't dawdle after that initial success "

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 Be Quiet CPU Cooler AMD Intel

Be Quiet! Dark Rock 2 CPU cooler review

" When Be Quiet! released the Dark Rock Pro 2, we were enamoured by it right-away. That high-end cooler cooled extremely well and was also very quiet. In our recent group test of 33 CPU coolers, when we switched to a new and improved method of testing, the Dark Rock Pro 2 was once again one of the best coolers. So when Be Quiet! informed us that a more affordable version was on the way, we were of course very interested. Today we will take a closer look at the Dark Rock 2, without the Pro suffix. The Dark Rock 2 is clearly cheaper than the Pro version, even if it's not very apparent from the average price. The cheapest you'll find is just below 50 euros, and the most expensive almost 100 euros. The Dark Rock Pro 2 costs € 69. "

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 Noctua CPU Cooler

Noctua NH-U12S and NH-U14S review

" You know, I was just thinking anno the year 2013 there really aren't bad performing coolers produced anymore. For every segment and budget you can find something you need. The market stabilized and within the entire range and scope of heatpipe based coolers there's a certain comfort zone with a corresponding product available. As a result, most of these coolers available on the market are all adequate at the very least. There are always exceptions to this, there's a handful of manufacturers out there that offer the really interesting stuff, the kit and gear that really stand out from the cooling crowd, the hardware you and me crave and need so badly... that is in the enthusiast domain of gaming hardware. And that's where we need to make a stop at Noctua as they tick all those boxes. "

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 Be Quiet CPU Cooler AMD Intel

be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 2 Review

" Dark Rock Pro 2 Review – We have reviewed some monstrous CPU coolers over the last several months – behemoths giving up a lot of volume real estate and weight, in exchange for silent cooling performance. Our favourite thus far has been the Noctua NH-D14, with the Phanteks PH-TC14PE not far behind. Today we are looking at a product from be quiet!, a company that is not new, but is just entering the North American market. Their power supplies are already available, and the Dark Rock Pro 2 will be in North American stores soon with an MSRP of $90. "

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 Phanteks CPU Cooler AMD Intel

Phanteks PH-TC14PE Review

" Compared to some of their more established competitors, Phanteks is a relative newcomer to the CPU-cooling market, but that hasn't stopped them from pushing their way into the top echelon of CPU cooler manufacturers. With products at various price segments, they are becoming a company PC enthusiasts look to for high-end air coolers. Add to that their exceptional warranty and unique color choices and you end up with a company that has a cooler that will fit your needs. "

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 Cooler Master Case Chassis

Cooler Master TPC-612 review

" Late last year Cooler Master surprised friend and foe alike with the TPC-800, a CPU cooler with six heatpipes and a Vertical Vapor Chamber (basically a large, flattened heatpipe). The TPC-800 cooled really well, and combined with the right fan it was very quiet. It made such a good impression we gave the TPC-800 the Hardware.Info Gold Award at the time. The TPC-800 had one drawback, the price. An average of € 56 or £47 isn't very cheap, and you also have to buy a fan for it. So Cooler Master created a more affordable version of the TPC-800, one that does come with a fan. The TPC-612 will be available in June, and Cooler Master doesn't have any pricing information save that "it will be cheaper than the TPC-800". A pre-production model was sent to us for testing. "

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 Cooler Master Liquid CPU Cooler

Cooler Master Eisberg 240L Prestige review

" We review the Cooler Master Eisberg 240L Prestige, a 240mm Liquid cooler that is performing nicely, brought to you in a AIO LCS kit package (All-in-one Liquid Cooling Setup) that can actually be upgraded. The Eisberg series has been pending for a long long time now as it is not your typical all in one liquid cooling kit with the Eisberg series you can change tubing, get fitting that can be removed. So basically you can add or change loops, add or change your coolant. Pretty interesting really, and it finally reached the European market, hence the review today. But can it keep up with similar Asetek based products and their own Seidon series ? Cooler Master designed this product with a water-cooling specialist that you guys all know from the reviews here on Guru3D, Alphacool from Germany. The combined effort resulted in a fairly compact water-cooling system called the Eisberg Prestige. While you can change out stuff, this kit is all-in-one. Install it and you'll have it working as the Eisberg prestige comes pre-filled, sealed and tested. For today's review we'll be examining the 240L Prestige model; armed with two 120mm fans and a 240mm radiator it is one of the more easy to install products we have tested to date. However, as stated the market is fierce and competitive, will the Seidon 240M be able to hold ground against the new grub from NZXT and Corsair? Well, let's find out, but have a look at what's tested today first. "

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 NZXT Liquid Cooling CPU Cooler

NZXT Kraken X40 Compact Liquid Cooling System Review

" Founded in 2004, NZXT Corporation has come to offer a rather extensive range of products including computer cases of various form-factors, power supply units, controllers, cables, accessories and cooling systems. Recently the company has also released two liquid cooling solutions known under the name of Kraken. As you probably know, a kraken is a legendary sea monster, the terror of Jack Sparrow. We’ll tell you about the Kraken X40 today. "

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