Top 10 Best CPU Coolers for i9-14900K: Expert Picks

Customer Review: The media could not be loaded. Product works great and looks okay but the 3 set fan has an opening small at the top and the led light gets out and flickers . That gets annoying after some time. I’m not talking about the intentional frosted part either.

Customer Review: 正直ファンなんて何でもいいだろ派だったが、最近9800X3Dに換装したところうちの貧弱クーラーではCPU負荷が高くて有名な■■■■の高負荷シーンで一瞬で90℃近くまで上昇し慌ててブーストクロックを切るはめに。(切っていてもパフォーマンス自体は十分発揮してくれていた。)最近は空冷でも高性能な物がたくさんあるようでThermalrightの「Phantom Spirit 120 EVO」と迷ったがこの機会に初めて水冷クーラーに手を伸すことにした。空冷に比べて設置はえらい面倒だったが(ついでにケースファンも総入れ替えしたため一苦労)結果的に大満足。■■■■で一瞬で90℃近くまで上昇していたのが同じシーンで60℃を超えない程度にまでなった。まさかこんなに差が出るとは･･･以前使用していた5700Xも空冷で十分と言われている低発熱CPUだったが高負荷時にはそれなりに発熱していたしケースファンも唸っていたから低発熱CPUであっても水冷を選ぶメリットは十分あるのだなと考えを改めさせられた。また、Phantom Spirit 120 EVOのレビューを見る限り恐らくあちらを選んでいても十分冷却してくれていたのだろうが、物理的に高さがあるダブルタワーのヒートシンクを入れてしまうとグラボデザインがほぼ完全に隠れてしまうからその面でもこちらを選んで正解だった。水冷クーラーを敬遠していた理由の一つが液漏れの恐さだが、そんなに簡単に液漏れするなら誰も買わなくなっているだろうからと今回は信じてみることにする。(ヘッドとチューブを繋ぐエルボー部分をぐりぐり動かすのは割と恐怖がある)

Customer Review: The Corsair Nautilus 360 RS delivers excellent cooling performance. It keeps temperatures low even under heavy load and runs quietly. Easy to install and great build quality. Highly recommended!

Customer Review: Had a PC that had been in storage for a long period of time and needed a cooler replaced. This unit basically was plug and play on a PC that was built in 2011. Had zero compatibility issues and PC temps haven’t budged since. With Corsair’s known quality this should last the life of the PC and longer. The efficiency is noticeable and the sound isn’t, it is very quite for an AIO. It is a bit simple by todays standards of RGB and onboard diagnostics. If you need a simple effective upgrade this is it.

Customer Review: The aio works great no temp throttling at all. ALTHOUGH one of the fans bearings has gone out within 2 months of being installed in the new build. Now I have to try to find a matching fan to replace it with.Seller is awesome they reached out to me and made it right.

Customer Review: I’m actually very impressed with this AIO. I bought it for $42.50. I use it on a 9850x3d test bench. It keeps everything cool even when pushing frequency well above 5.6ghz. It’s very simple, sturdy, and quiet. I love that it is all black, only has 2 wires, and doesn’t have RGB. Great value for the money.

Customer Review: I installed the Corsair Titan 420 RX RGB in my build and the performance has been outstanding. The 420mm radiator combined with the three RX140 RGB fans keeps my CPU extremely cool, even under heavy gaming and high workloads. I noticed a clear drop in temperatures compared to my previous cooler.The FlowDrive cooling engine is very quiet. Even during intense gaming sessions, noise levels stay low, which is a huge plus for me.The RGB lighting looks premium and vibrant. The included System Hub makes cable management and control through iCUE much easier. Everything feels high-quality and well-designed.Installation was straightforward, but keep in mind this is a large 420mm AIO, so you need a compatible full tower or spacious case.✅ Excellent thermal performance✅ Very quiet operation✅ Beautiful, customizable RGB⚠️ Requires a large caseHighly recommended for high-performance CPUs and premium builds.

Customer Review: I picked up the Corsair iCUE Link Titan 360 RX to cool my new build, and I’ve been really impressed so far. This is Corsair’s latest 360mm AIO with their new iCUE Link ecosystem, and I wasn’t sure what to expect—but everything just worked.Usage:I installed it with no issues on an Intel [insert your CPU model] inside a mid-tower case. The iCUE Link system made cable management much cleaner than my last setup, and it booted right up without any firmware hassles or fan curve weirdness.Pros:Extremely quiet – even under load, the system stays silentCool and stable – CPU temps have been consistently healthy so farClean build – the iCUE Link cables cut down on clutterLooks great – RGB is tasteful and well diffusedNo setup issues – everything worked out of the box for meCons:You’ll need an available USB 2.0 header for the hubiCUE software still isn’t perfect, but it’s stable enough for meTips:Update iCUE before installation if you haven’t used it in a whileTry mounting the pump head upright—the Corsair logo looks better aligned that wayDon’t forget to enable custom fan curves in iCUE if you want to fine-tune your setup laterVerdict:If you’re looking for a premium AIO that’s quiet, cools well, and makes your build look clean and modern, this cooler nails it. Setup was smoother than expected, and performance has been solid. Highly recommended if you’re building in the Corsair ecosystem or just want less cable clutter.

Customer Review: I have purchased 2 of these so far for different builds. They work and look great. Great build quality and good thermals. Granted, I hardly ever max out one of my CPUs, but it keeps my 12900k cool without issue. My other CPU is less powerful but it gets ran at 100% regularly and also doesn’t have cooling problems. As long as this fits in your case, I’d recommend it to anyone looking for a solid, but still budget friendly, air cooler.

Customer Review: I recently installed the Peerless Assassin 120 SE ARGB in my build and I’m extremely pleased with the results. A few highlight points:With 6 heat-pipes and a dual-tower heatsink, this cooler handles high thermal loads surprisingly well for the price.It supports both Intel (LGA 115x/1200/1700) and AMD (AM4/AM5) sockets out of the box — easy to integrate into different systems.It is impressively quiet. According to the official spec the noise level tops out at ~25.6 dBA, which means minimal fan noise in daily use.The ARGB lighting is a nice bonus for anyone who cares about aesthetics, and it does not seem to compromise performance.My experience in use:Installation was straightforward (with the back-plate and mounting brackets included). After setup I noticed lower idle and load temperatures vs the stock cooler, and the system remained quiet even under sustained load. It also had good clearance around my RAM slots and GPU (always good to check fit in your case). In terms of value vs performance, this cooler really stands out.Minor note:You’ll want to check your case’s CPU cooler clearance, the heatsink is ~155mm tall.Also, if you’re doing extreme overclocking or very high-end CPUs at 300 W+ loads, this may not quite match the very top-tier 280/360mm liquid-coolers, but for most builds it gives excellent bang for the buck.Bottom line:If you’re looking for a high-performance air cooler that doesn’t break the bank, the Peerless Assassin 120 SE ARGB is hard to beat. Highly recommended.

Customer Review: Running the Dark Rock Pro 5 paired with an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K. After nearly 10 years on AIOs—cycling through 3–4 units due to pump failures or leaks—I decided to switch back to air cooling, and I’m glad I did. This cooler outperforms my previous 240mm AIO in every way: lower temps, quieter operation, and far less hassle.With a minor undervolt, temps stay under 78°C during stress testing and idle around 38°C, evenly across all cores. Under normal use and gaming sessions, it doesn’t break 60°C. If a fan ever fails, it’s a quick swap—not a full teardown like with an AIO.Build quality is excellent, and it looks great in the case. Installation was smooth, and it fits perfectly on LGA1851. If you want reliable, top-tier air cooling with better thermals and long-term peace of mind, this is the one to get.

Customer Review: This is a beefy CPU cooler coming in at 168mm tall. The installation process is easy and simple, a screwdriver is supplied in the box along with thermal paste. Mounting this on my Gigabyte B850M AORUS ELITE WIFI6E ICE was not an issue at all. The mounting kit is one of the best I have used. Once installed, it quiet and provides great airflow in my A3-case.The Dark Rock Pro 5 will fit into a Lian Li A3 case with no problems as seen in the pictures.Overall, I am very satisfied with the cooling and performace of the CPU cooler. I’m using it on a AMD 9800x3d CPU and it easily keeps it under 62C on average gaming. I don’t rely on stress test because they do not represent real word usage. When I am idle my CPU hovers between 29 – 35C. Playing GPU intensive games with my 9070XT dumping some heat out pushes the CPU to around 68C to 72C in long game play sessions.

Customer Review: I usually wait a while before coming back to review a product, to see how things work out over time. This time I’ll make an exception …I have a i3 Skylake build for my home office. My CPU monitor was consistently pinging me that my temps were going over 80c under normal use…under idle, it usually hovered around 50 to 60. The case was free of dust and temps in the room were always not nearly hot enough to explain it.Opened my case up yesterday to install a new vid card and decided to also get rid of the original Intel fan and get a better solution. I searched Amazon and this option popped up on top of the list. The reviews and feedback were so good I only scanned a few other options before coming back to this one and pulling the trigger. Same day delivery was an added bonus!Installation is a bit of a project, but nothing anybody with a bit of experience with this kind of thing can’t handle. On most mobos you will need to remove the whole board to get the included mounting bracket on the back. As a bonus its nice they include a (necessary) long screwdriver for the main mounting screws, and some quality thermal paste. The entire kit is very solid, quality materials.I mounted mine so the fan directly faces the rear fan in my case. That way the cooling fan pulls air through the block across the CPU, and the rear fan sucks it out the back of the case. Super quiet I hardly know its even on.I recommend searching YouTube for tutorials, I found a couple of guys that walked through the details of how they got it installed with minimal hassle and no errors. Always a huge help and makes it go that much smoother.Immediately after installation I booted up and checked the CPU monitor. CPU temp now hovers under 30c (27 / 29) at idle. In fact, with about 10 Brave tabs open and normal clicking around / typing, its *still* right there at the same temp. Does not even rise at all! Running 3 YouTube videos in separate tabs … still does not even budge.I haven’t tried any rendering or anything that seriously taxes the CPU yet but for normal every day use this thing is doing its job like a champ! Can’t speak to long term use but based on all the positive reviews I’m confident its most likely going to continue to do so!

Customer Review: I was recommended this cooling system for my 13th gen i7 because it was overheating real bad i was not sure about a air cooled when people tell you that the only way to go is liquid cooled but i do have to give it to this cooler i play lots of games and my temps used to go up to almost 100c and now under load the max i see is around 50c to 70c max and its super nice when gaming. I have had my system for a couple of years now and it works great for the price point and compatible with most fans. It fits in the case and super quiet. The build quality is nice and should stand the test of time. All round great solution when on a budget.

Customer Review: The Noctua NH-D15 chromax.Black does an outstanding job keeping my AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D cool. Even under load, temperatures stay under control, and the cooler remains very quiet.Build quality is excellent, as expected from Noctua, and installation was straightforward. Once installed, it performs exactly as advertised.The only downside is the size. This cooler is very bulky, which makes working around it inside the case more difficult. In my setup, I need to remove one of the fans in order to access or work on the RAM. That said, I understand that the large size is a big reason why it performs so well.If you have enough case clearance and don’t mind the size, this is an excellent air cooler and easily one of the best available.

Customer Review: I purchased the Noctua NH-D15 chromax.black six years ago for a high-end workstation/gaming build. After over half a decade of near-constant operation, I can confidently say this is the best, most reliable, and quietest component in my PC.1. Performance: Still Chilling After 6 YearsWhen I first installed the D15, I was blown away by the temperatures. Even when overclocking my CPU, it kept temps well below dangerous thresholds. Fast-forward 6 years: I have never had a single thermal issue.The dual-tower, 6-heatpipe design is just as effective today as it was in 2020. The build quality is legendary; the heatsink has not oxidized, and the copper base remains perfectly flat. It regularly keeps my CPU in the 30s-40s°C at idle and keeps things remarkably cool even under heavy rendering loads. The cooling performance rivals many 240mm+ AIO water coolers without the fear of pump failure or leaks.2. Sound: The Definition of “Silent”My biggest requirement was silence, and Noctua delivered. The two NF-A15 140mm fans are inaudible. I often find myself checking the case window just to make sure the fans are actually spinning because I can\’t hear them at all, even during intense cpu usage tasks.They use SSO2 bearings, which are incredibly durable and do not grind or hum over time like cheaper alternatives. Even when the fan curve ramps up slightly, it’s a low-frequency hum rather than a high-pitched whine. If you want a silent PC, this is the gold standard.3. Aesthetics: The “Chromax” TouchThe original NH-D15 is infamous for its beige/brown color scheme. The chromax.black version solves this completely. The matte black coating on the fins, the black fans, and the black anti-vibration pads look incredibly sleek and premium. Six years later, the black coating hasn\’t chipped or faded, adding a stealthy, high-end look to the build.4. The Long-Term Experience (Maintenance)The mounting system (SecuFirm2) is, in my opinion, the best in the industry. It made installation straightforward 6 years ago. Since then, I simply remove it to clean off the dust out once a year.Installation & Maintenance tip: One fan I had to offset by a few millimeters due to RAM height. Still works great and just a heads up that it does not impede functionality or performance at all. Keep the fins clean with compressed air or even wife off with lightly damp cloth. I foresee this lasting another 6 years easily.5. Reasons to Buy (Why it holds up)Absolute Silence: The fans are virtually inaudible in daily use.Excellent Thermal Performance: Keeps high-TDP CPUs very cool, competing with liquid coolers.6-Year Warranty (and Longevity): Noctua provides a 6-year manufacturer\’s warranty, which speaks to their confidence in the product\’s lifespan.Long-term Support: Noctua often provides free mounting kits for new CPU sockets, meaning this cooler can be used for decades.Minor and relative “Cons”:Size: This thing is massive and helps it look . Ensure your case has enough clearance (165mm+ height), but like I said earlier, your RAM height may require you to offset the front fan upward just a few millimeters…you can\’t really see the difference between fans.Cost (worth every penny: It is a premium product, but at 6 years+ of use, the price-per-year is incredibly low.Final ThoughtsSix years ago, I wanted a quiet, powerful cooler that looked good in a black-themed build. The Noctua NH-D15 chromax.black exceeded all expectations. It has never failed, never made a sound, and never let my CPU get too hot. It is quite simply the best air cooler on the market.

Customer Review: This professional CPU isn\’t designed for the average user. However, if you\’re a tinkerer at heart, eager to dive deeper than the surface-level information often presented in YouTube “videos” (or should we say, commercials), this is unquestionably for you. I\’ve acquired multiple units for various builds and configurations from a wide array of retailers—Best Buy, Newegg, and others included. For those considering a purchase, I highly recommend using an Apex/Apex Encore motherboard or another reputable 2-DIMM board for this CPU, else you will never get high bandwith low latency ddr5 tunes to be stable.In general AM5(AMD) or LGA1700(Intel), especially ifoverclocking is your goal, a high-quality cooling strategy is crucial; (not just for Intel either lol…my x3d crap runs hot by design…) annnywaysss….for those opting for an AIO, ensure it includes at least an 8th-gen Asetek pump and a 360 Thickboy copper radiator with performance fans. Avoid the aesthetically pleasing but functionally inferior Lian Li reversed SL Infinity fans. Genuine static pressure fans, capable of efficiently doing the job, are what you need. Despite what your favorite YouTuber might suggest, prioritize efficiency over aesthetics. Temperature control with this platform is paramount!When selecting DDR5, opt for well-binned options. If a high-binned QVL-compatible set isn\’t your choice, at a minimum, go for Hynix A for single-rank and Hynix M for dual-rank.The 14900K, when expertly tuned, becomes a gaming and multitasking powerhouse—achieving 43k to 44k in Cinebench R23, with 6.2GHz boosting, 5.9GHz across its 8 physical cores and 8 threads, and 16 physical e-cores at 4.7GHz, for a total of 32 threads, of which only 8 are virtual. With hyper-threading and e-cores enabled, it supports 8200-8400 MT/s CL38 DDR5 RAM, boasts sub-55ns bus latency, and sub-9.3ns FWL. It\’s a marvel in AIDA64 full (minus SSD), burn-in stress-test stability. Adjusting all cores down to 5.8GHz and boosting to 6.0GHz can further reduce bus latency to easily below 50ns (easily being relative to your experience). If you\’re going with Hynix A, you will need additional RAM cooling at 8000MT/s or higher with sub-50ns latency, as the sticks will start to error quickly at higher temps. OCCT and Kahru stability testing are a must. Understanding Important VoltagesVoltage management is crucial when overclocking any high-end processor like the 14900K. Incorrect voltage settings can lead to instability or thermal throttling, ultimately degrading the CPU. Here are the key voltages to understand and manage:* Vcore: This is the most important voltage for CPU stability. Overclocking typically requires slightly higher Vcore. I recommend running at a 1.24V-1.26V range for stable performance under load, depending on the CPU\’s individual characteristics. Some chips may need more or less voltage for the same clock speeds.* VccSA (System Agent Voltage): This voltage controls the power to the memory controller and other components that affect memory and interconnect performance. Increasing VccSA slightly (1.0V–1.2V) can help with higher memory overclocking, particularly when pushing DDR5 to its limits. However, it\’s a fine balance, and too high can result in unnecessary heat.* Vccio: This voltage affects the CPU core\’s stability, especially during heavy workloads. A small increase (1.05V to 1.15V) can help ensure stability at higher frequencies.* Cache Voltage: For overclocking, ensuring that the CPU cache voltage is properly tuned helps maintain stability with higher core frequencies. If you\’re running multi-core loads, this is vital.* Ring/Uncore Voltage: Often overlooked, this voltage influences the performance of the uncore and cache. Keeping this at a lower level can help manage thermals better and improve the overall stability of your setup.Locking Cores for Stability and Performance BoostLocking all cores at a set frequency is one of the most effective ways to manage your CPU\’s power consumption and thermal output. While some might undervalue this approach, in practice, it\’s a well-deserved strategy for ensuring stability and longevity of the 14900K.By locking cores at 5.8GHz under manual overclocking, you effectively maintain stable performance without relying on fluctuating boost clocks. The CPU will perform at a consistent clock, ensuring a predictable workload, which often leads to more stable thermals and lower peak voltages compared to using adaptive turbo modes.This approach also reduces the chances of sudden voltage spikes and temperature fluctuations that can cause instability, especially during gaming or other intensive tasks. It\’s an excellent way to optimize both gaming and multitasking without pushing the system to its thermal or voltage limits. Essentially, locking cores can lead to:* More consistent performance (especially in sustained workloads).* Lower overall temperatures.* Reduced power draw, keeping your CPU running at its peak without over exertion.Real-World Performance ConsiderationsDespite the capability of 3 EATX connections to easily deliver over 400W of power, I\’d advise against exceeding 325W bursts daily. The performance gains beyond this point are minimal without extreme overclocking and cooling methods. Increased voltage/power requirements could significantly shorten the lifespan of your CPU. For tinkerers, this CPU is a dream come true.The X3D Elephant in the Room:Don\’t worry, I own one, and this is about science, not purchase bias. We\’ll sidestep intricate discussions about CLDO, FCLK, and MCLK concerns, and why the substantial L3 cache has become an essential workaround for the instability caused by chiplet-based IMC in handling DDR5 for gamers. If the augmentation of the L3 cache wasn\’t primarily to address DDR5 issues stemming from the chiplet design, why not significantly enhance and accelerate the L1 cache? The design doesn\’t allow for it since it\’s not monolithic, which wouldn\’t be practical. Those well-versed in the subject matter understand this. While chiplets represent the future, we must acknowledge that this future hasn\’t fully materialized for every aspect of computing, allowing us to look beyond the “normie YouTuber AMD cults.”Indeed, I own a 7800X3D build and absolutely adore it! It excels in gaming… primarily in GAMING! Thus, there\’s no cause for concern. Let\’s briefly touch on the “benefits” like reduced thermals and supposed platform longevity (as if motherboard chipset upgrades and advancements in power delivery methods don\’t occur… humor me, over the planned 6 years). I, too, long for Z390 features on my Z790 board (/end sarcasm), not to mention the potential for longer boot times when tinkering with DDR5 or PBO, or even under normal conditions, and texture stutter/tearing… oops, and all those other delightful topics Lisa tends to highlight without addressing the influence of influencers with communications degrees rather than computer science degrees. Just having fun—do what you love!I don\’t blame Amazon, Intel, AMD, or Nvidia more than the other. Manufacturing and shipping issues happen. The chip I received from Amazon didn\’t meet my expectations, but my other purchases have been exceptional. By chance alone, the other four 14900Ks I\’ve received from various distributors have been stellar!Note:Settings in pictures have been daily-driven—no stability concerns—all AIDA64 stress-tested for multiple hours and hundreds of gaming/workload hours. I can get bus latency down to under 50ns but need to decrease core clock to a locked 5.8GHz and some other tunes. It depends on what needs to be done—either/or is screaming fast, even 55ns at that bandwidth. I wouldn’t recommend going for 6.2 daily UNLESS YOU REALLY KNOW WHAT YOU ARE DOING, are willing to DELID, and have amazing cooling. KNOWING WHAT YOU ARE DOING IS NOT WATCHING TECH TUBE. Update—As of Dec 28, 2024, I have not experienced ANY stability issues so far, nor have any of the other well-versed system builders and tuners/XOC nerds in our Discord (about 600 people). Most are running on OG microcode lol… it is all about keeping vCORE down and the steps needed to do so… Eg. if you configured your system properly in the first place there would have never been a stability concern less you got an early 13th gen..YES, YOUTUBERS ARE WRONG, IMAGINE THAT LOL.If you want stability and do not have years of experience tuning, you will need to properly handle PL1 and PL2 values, as well as lock core clocks to a reasonable frequency that corresponds with safe voltage according to your VID and what you can under-volt while maintaining STABILITY during active use.Be sure to stay within thermal, voltage, and power guidelines. THERE IS NO COOKIE-CUTTER SOLUTION—each piece of silicon from any manufacturer is different. Do NOT leave this stock. If you do not at least understand what VID and Vcore are, this is not the processor for you and you need to buy something more plug-and-play. These are built for experienced enthusiasts. My daily tune, still stable all this time later: zero gaming issues, zero shader crashes, it just works. 5.8GHz locked, 8200MT/s CL38. YOU MUST UNDERSTAND YOUR VOLTAGES. Each CPU will be different and require its own specific tune to hit what I have here IF IT CAN AT ALL. My processor has an Asus rating of 120 on the P cores—it\’s GREAT. It runs -0.135V at all listed frequencies and never really goes above 1.26 Vcore at idle or load, on average hovering around 1.19V-1.24V vcore YOUR results WILL vary. I could run 6.0GHz without any worry for degradation likely still under 1.325 max and average around 1.27-1.29, or even with boosts to 6.2GHz, but why? If you can show me real-world performance issues caused by an average 200MHz less, I’ll concede I’m wrong! But yeah, 6.0GHz stable with very low chance of degradation is achievable on this chip. YOUR chip may vary. All of the above should be a given but if you are here reading this, this is not advice, you need to fundamentally understand hardware and anything said here will not get you where you need to be. Intel could have done better by letting the public know this processor is NOT beginner friendly, I lock at 5.8, still score 40-44k r23. We can still do moonshot runs to 6.2 but the processor becomes so inefficient past 5.9 with reasonable cooling, there is no real point as does any other modern CPU. Stop the boosting on all platforms, AM5, Core Ultra, I9 and etc. If you are going to leave it enabled, MONITOR THE RIGHT VOLTAGES! Most of all, enjoy this beast, but as with all beast, it requires the respect it deserves, if you are a person who needs to watch LTT to build a PC, this cpu is not for you.Love you Linus. <3

Customer Review: So I finally upgraded my home workstation, and went to this new i9-14900K. It is incredibly fast. I had a Davinci Resolve video project file that I rendered on my old setup, the i7-6850K and it took just over 22 minutes to complete the render. On the new i9, the exact same file was re exported, took just over 8 minutes..! almost a 3x speed increase.!Also, when you speed up footage in Resolve, the old cpu could not play it back smoothly, it would jump and chug like crazy, the new i9, it plays it back sped up 800% no problems and I can actually see how it looks without having to export the entire video clip to see it playback the retimed footage smoothly.Applications open u p much faster too, but that could be more due to the pcie4.0 nvme system drive that is much faster than the previous version nvme I had in the old build.The one thing I do not like about the new cpu, is the number of pci lanes. You only get 20, 16 are pcie5.0 and 4 are pcie4.0. This wont be an issue for most people, but my old cpu had 40 lanes, allowing me to run 3 GPU’s at the same time, and YES, I needed them, I use GPU rendering software that can use up to 8 GPU’s in one system on one license and every additional GPU speeds up your render times a lot when rendering out 3D sims.With this new cpu, I can only run 2 GPU’s and they run at 8x, cause they share the 16x, and that does leave me 4 full pcie4.0 lanes for the system drive.It is not a deal breaker, and the increased speed overall is well worth it. One thing EVERYBODY should be aware of, is these new intel chips have P cores and E cores. Something my old cpu did NOT have. E-cores can severely impact certain software performance. When I booted up the new machine and tried my Ableton DAW for the first time, I was expecting to be so happy with a performance boost, and the software was literally almost unusable.! The E-cores were slowing the software down so bad, I could barely change settings in the preferences.! It was that bad. I had to install process lasso ( fantastic software that is free if you have never heard of it ) and disable the use of E-cores for Ableton and then it worked very fast and is great.!

Customer Review: I’m running this on my Ryzen 7 7700X and honestly, it handles it way better than I expected. Even when I’m pushing it hard with heavy workloads or gaming, it peaks at around 75°C (167°F), which is pretty wild for a low-profile cooler.\u200bThe all-black look is super clean and the build quality feels premium. If you need to save space but don’t want your CPU cooking, this is definitely the move.

Customer Review: This is noctua…the best brand for cooling period. Extremely easy to install and very quite. The black matches my build and the price to performance including noise can not be beat.