CPU Cooler Review Roundup - ASUS, Nexus, Scythe & More

• Frostytech: Kingwin XT-1264 Heatsink Reviewþ:
  
  

  "While the computer BIOS frequently retains control of CPU fan speeds when PWM-equipped heatsinks like the Kingwin XT-1264 are installed, it's nice to know that reasonable temperatures can still be maintained should you need to operate the fan at its quietest speed setting. Furthermore, given the thermal test results we've seen from the Kingwin XT-1264 heatsink at full fan speed, the asymmetrical heatpipes don't seem to be making as big an impact as one first imagines.
  
  Ultimately, Kingwin's XT-1264 heatsink offers up excellent performance results at full fan speed with moderate noise output, as do the dozen or so other heatsinks which share the exposed heatpipe design."

  
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• Frostytech: Scythe Big Shuriken SCBSK-1000 Heatsink Review‏:
  
  

  "As you've likely surmised, Scythe's Big Shuriken (SCBSK-1000) heatsink is a very quiet low profile cooler that offers good thermal performance on TDP 125W AMD platforms and average performance on TDP 150W Intel systems. In either situation the heatsink is more than satisfactory for 85W-class energy efficient CPUs.
  
  At a time when there is a dwindling number of thermal solution manufacturers that consistently continue to introduce quiet heatsinks, it's reassuring to know Scythe continue to set the bar. Bottom line, the 57mm tall Scythe Big Shuriken heatsink is very good compared to similarly sized low profile heatsinks, and average against the remaining heatsinks on Frostytech's reference lists."

  
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• PC Perspective: ASUS Triton 81 Universal Heatsink Review‏:
  
  

  "We'd like to thank ASUS for providing the Triton 81 universal heatsink for our review today. There are lots of pros and cons to purchasing the Triton 81, but overall it definitely handled our Intel Q8400 quad-core processor with ease and grace. Even during load testing, it kept the CPU well below the threshold of its thermal limits. Unfortunately, there were a few key issues that needs to be addressed in future revisions of this heatsink. The main two items I would suggest updating would be the smoothness of the copper base and the actual dimensions of the base itself. If this heatsink is supposed to be support a variety of CPU types then it needs to be able to completely cover any CPU that it supports. There shouldn't be any parts of the CPU exposed or their will be serious heat issues after normal use."

  
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• PureOverclock: Titan Fenrir CPU Cooler Review:
  
  

  "In the end, however, the performance results speak for themselves, with the Fenrir shining. It does offer excellent cooling and can handle a highly overclocked Core i7 monster. With a price tag of just under $50 USD, the performance doesn't cost a fortune and you get a quality product for your hard-earned dollar, but there are a couple issues to note when considering your purchase. If you're willing to overlook those nuisances and are in the market for a new heatsink, take at look at the Fenrir, we think it's worth considering."

  
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• TestSeek: Nexus FLC-3000 Heatsink Review:
  
  

  "Again, Nexus impresses us with a product of theirs. They have returned to the mainstream area with the FLC-3000 and gives us an excellent heatsink which excells on its low noise level. The cooling perfomance is not in any way exceptional, but it does its job well.
  
  As usual the build quality and finish are both excellent, with a big plus for the polished copper base. The LEDs are a nice touch if you are into that kind of stuff, it gives the heatsink an edge in our view.
  
  The price of around $50 bucks is not that high compared to similare heatsinks, it’s actually on the lower side of the median price for a high end heatsink cooler with LEDs. We have to give this heatsink good scores, the table of highs and lows below speaks for itself. We do believe the Nexus FLC-3000 to be a good buy especially if you are looking for a not too expensive cooler with great low noise features."

  
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• Verdis Reviews: Scythe Mugen 2 CPU Cooler Review:
  
  

  "At just £42.99, the cooler is much cheaper than many other high end coolers making it a very tantalising purchase especially with the ability to use the structure in combination with dual fans.
  
  The noise outputs aren’t particularly inspiring with some very audible sound levels at max fan speed so if you’re a silent enthusiast a replacement fan such as the NF-P12 would be a good idea.
  
  The bottom line is that this is brilliant cooler and at lower prices than many of its rivals it’s certainly a contender if you’re looking for a high end CPU cooler."

  
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