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. 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.
3. be quiet! Pure Rock PRO 3
Powerful cooling capacity of 250W TDP. Two volume-optimised 120mm be quiet. Pure Wings 3 fans. Four powerful 6mm heatpipes with aluminium caps. Full compatibility with all common Intel and AMD sockets. Product conception, design and quality control in Germany.
4. 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.
5. Noctua NH-D15 Chromax
The NH-D15 chromax.black is a completely black version of Noctua's award-winning flagship model, the NH-D15. The secret to the premium cooler's success remains unchanged thanks to the same dual-tower design and the proven NF-A15 PWM fans: the CPU cooler offers excellent quiet operation combined with cooling performance that can compete with complete water cooling systems. The chromax.black version, with its black fans and black-coated heatsink, additionally combines these advantages with a sleek stealth design. The overall high-quality package is completed by the renowned multi-socket mounting system SecuFirm2 and Noctua's popular NT-H1 thermal paste. Whether for overclockers or silent enthusiasts, the NH-D15 chromax.black is a true premium solution that looks as good as it cools.
6. be quiet! Pure Rock 2
Pure Rock 2 Black is be quiet!'s CPU cooler designed for quiet multimedia and graphics applications. With a cooling performance of 150W TDP, four 6mm high-performance heat pipes, a Pure Wings 2 120mm PWM fan, and the ability to install the cooler easily from above, the Pure Rock 2 Black is an essential category CPU cooler. With 150W TDP, it offers excellent cooling performance for graphics, multimedia, and entry-level systems of all kinds. The Pure Rock 2 Black features four 6mm heat pipes with aluminum caps, which are key to its high cooling performance as they efficiently transfer heat to the cooling fins. The Pure Wings 2 120mm PWM fan with high-quality rifle bearings provides the optimal balance between necessary cooling and quiet operation. The 9 fan blades are designed for airflow optimization to reduce noise-generating turbulence.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. be quiet! Pure Rock Slim 2
Be quiet! Pure Rock Slim 2 is particularly suitable for quiet and compact multimedia systems. Thanks to its compact dimensions, Pure Rock Slim 2 is the perfect choice for PC cases with limited space. The asymmetrical design allows for full configuration of RAM slots. For this reason, the cooler is compatible with a wide range of components and offers many configuration options. The Pure Rock Slim 2 features three heat pipes with aluminum caps. These are key to its high cooling performance, as they optimally transfer heat to the cooling fins.
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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