Best selling CPU coolers
Here's a ranking of the best products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've also added some key information about the products.
1. be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 5
The Dark Rock Pro 5 features seven high-performance copper heat pipes and a special black coating with ceramic particles. The two Silent Wings PWM fans are equipped with durable fluid-dynamic bearings, quiet 6-pole motors, and airflow-optimized fan blades. With a speed switch, you can choose between two modes, each affecting the maximum speed and PWM curve. The "Quiet" mode offers a maximum fan speed of up to 1500 RPM and is the perfect choice for everyday applications. The "Performance" mode allows the Silent Wings fans to spin at up to 2000 RPM, unleashing the full power of the Dark Rock Pro 5. The removable mesh cover with an integrated middle fan is installed from the top. A completely black mounting kit with a pre-installed mounting bridge and screws perfectly matches the cooler's black design. Thanks to a nickel-plated cooling plate, the Dark Rock Pro 5 is compatible with liquid metal thermal paste like the DC2 Pro. The properties of the liquid metal compound combined with the Dark Rock Pro 5 enable high-end CPUs to achieve even higher performance.
2. be quiet! Pure Rock 3
Powerful cooling performance of 190W TDP. Noise-optimised 120mm be quiet. Pure Wings 3 fan. Four powerful 6mm heatpipes with aluminium caps. Full compatibility with all common Intel and AMD sockets. Product conception, design and quality control in Germany.
3. Arctic Freezer 36
With its push-pull configuration, the Freezer 36 impresses not only with its efficient cooling performance but also with its design. The soldered ends of the heat pipes are hidden under a screw-on aluminum cover, allowing it to seamlessly fit into any PC configuration while accentuating both performance and aesthetics. Internal tests have shown that the Freezer 36 offers significant improvements over its predecessors, the Freezer 35 and the popular Freezer 34 eSports DUO, as well as compared to competitors' coolers. With simplified installation and enhanced performance, it is suitable for beginners and also provides an upgrade option. The tests were conducted in the HK lab, with all coolers running at full speed. The Freezer 36 is compatible with both Intel and AMD sockets. Intel will be releasing Arrow Lake processors for the LGA1851 socket in the future. Arctic customers need not worry about these processors requiring new coolers, as full compatibility is guaranteed. All Freezer 36 models can be used without restriction with Intel's LGA1851 socket. Thanks to an innovative mounting system, case fans can be easily attached to the heatsink using a snap-in system. This mounting method eliminates the need for fan clips and simplifies the installation of the cooler or the replacement of fans, even when the cooler is already installed. Therefore, the Freezer 36 is compatible with most 120mm fans.
4. Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE
Black twin-tower CPU cooler with 2x 120mm PWM fans that can reach up to 1,550 RPM and six copper heat pipes. Compatible with AMD and Intel CPUs.
5. be quiet! Dark Rock 5
The Dark Rock 5 features six high-performance copper heat pipes and a special black coating with ceramic particles. The Silent Wings PWM fan is equipped with durable fluid-dynamic bearings, a quiet-running 6-pole motor, and airflow-optimized fan blades. A magnetic mesh cover conceals the heat pipes. For even higher air pressure, a second fan can be optionally installed at the outlet. Thanks to a nickel-plated cooling plate, the Dark Rock 5 is compatible with liquid metal thermal paste such as the DC2 Pro. The properties of the liquid metal compound combined with the Dark Rock 5 allow high-end CPUs to achieve even greater performance.
6. Noctua NH-D15 G2 LBC
The NH-D15 G2 is the further improved second generation of Noctua's iconic NH-D15. With its state-of-the-art, speed-controlled NF-A14x25r G2 PWM fans, eight heat pipes, and asymmetrical fin stacks that have been carefully tuned to work with the new fans, it achieves even better and quieter cooling performance than its award-winning predecessor.
The special Low Base Convexity (LBC) version is optimized for relatively flat CPUs and provides excellent contact quality on AMD's AM5 processors, even when the included offset mounting option is not used. In addition to its further enhanced performance, the NH-D15 G2 also offers improved compatibility thanks to an offset design that allows it to free up the top PCIe x16 slot on most current motherboards. Last but not least, the G2 version has been upgraded to the Torx-based SecuFirm2+ multi-socket mounting system, complete with the included NM-SD1 screwdriver, as well as Noctua's superior NT-H2 thermal paste.
7. Deepcool AK620 DIGITAL PRO
The AK DIGITAL air coolers have gone pro. The AK620 DIGITAL PRO has been improved in many ways, including a multi-data point display, visual colour temperature warnings and CTT 2.0 heatpipe technology. A very worthy step up, not only in terms of aesthetics, but also in terms of cooling performance.
8. Arctic Freezer 36 A-RGB (Black)
Multi-compatible tower CPU cooler with A-RGB. Compatible with AM4, AM5, LGA 1700, and LGA 1851 processor sockets. Cooling type: active (with fan). High-quality finishing with an aluminum top plate. Thanks to the innovative mounting system, the two fans are effortlessly attached to the heatsink using a click system. The LGA1851 - LGA1700 contact frame significantly reduces mechanical stress on the CPU and is quick and easy to install. Optimized heatsink for more efficient airflow - P-fans with high static pressure and A-RGB lighting. The Arctic Cooling Freezer 36 A-RGB is a multifunctional tower CPU cooler with A-RGB lighting that not only provides efficient cooling but also impresses with its appealing design. It features improved performance compared to previous models and future-proof compatibility with Intel and AMD sockets. The innovative fan mounting allows for easy fan replacement without additional clips, while the high-quality sliding bearing extends the fan's lifespan. With the Arctic Cooling Freezer 36 A-RGB, you get powerful cooling for your PC with an impressive design and high compatibility.
9. Noctua NH-L9a-AM5
The NH-L9a-AM5 is Noctua's AM5-specific revision of their award-winning NH-L9a low-profile CPU cooler designed for AMD Ryzen-based HTPCs and small form factor systems. With a height of just 37 mm, the NH-L9a is ideal for extremely slim cases and offers 100% RAM and PCIe compatibility due to its small footprint, as well as easy access to socket-close connections even on tightly packed Mini-ITX motherboards. The specially designed SecuFirm2 mounting system for the AM5 socket makes installation a breeze, and thanks to the highly optimized NF-A9x14 92 mm fan, which supports fully automatic speed control via PWM, the NH-L9a-AM5 operates remarkably quietly. Finished with Noctua's renowned NT-H1 thermal paste, the NH-L9a-AM5 combines everything users expect from Noctua's larger coolers in a super compact, high-quality package for ITX and HTPC builds with AMD AM5 processors.
10. be quiet! Pure Rock 3 LX ARGB
The be quiet! Pure Rock 3 LX ARGB CPU cooler is a powerful cooling solution suitable for both Intel and AMD CPUs. With an impressive cooling performance of up to 190W TDP, this cooler ensures that your CPU remains optimally cooled even under heavy loads. The integrated 120mm be quiet! Light Wings LX fan is designed not only for noise-optimized performance but also offers appealing ARGB lighting that adds a personal touch to your system. The four robust 6mm heat pipes with aluminum caps ensure efficient heat dissipation, while the thoughtful product design and quality control in Germany guarantee durability and reliability. The Pure Rock 3 LX is thus an ideal choice for those who value performance and aesthetics.
- Strong cooling performance of 190W TDP
- Noise-optimized 120mm fan with ARGB lighting
- Four powerful 6mm heat pipes for efficient heat dissipation
- Full compatibility with all common Intel and AMD sockets.
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