CPU Cooler Roundup

by Chai

 

 






Thermaltake SuperOrb

This cooler is the only one here cooled by two fans. However, its monstrous size and twin fan system cannot save it from being the worst cooler tested here. There is only one reason you might even consider getting this cooler - the looks which I personally don't even think is pretty.

There is nothing good about this cooler. It's not easy to install and if you're not careful with it, you may crack the core of your processor. It has about the worst clip system in the roundup. Taking this cooler off is equally difficult. Using tools like screwdrivers will not help. You have to rely on your own hands. One side of the clip uses all three tabs on the socket while the other side only uses one.

    

Fan

Fan Dimensions 50 x 50 x 25 mm (Bottom)
50 x 50 x 20 mm (Top)
Rated Voltage DC 12V (Both)
Started Voltage 9V (Top)
7V (Bottom)
Rated Current 0.21A Max. (Top)
0.18A Max. (Bottom)
Input Power 2.52W (Top)
2.16W (Bottom)
Fan Speed 5500±10% RPM (Top)
5000±10% RPM (Bottom)
Air Pressure 6.05mm H2O (Top)
6.6mm H2O (Bottom)
Air Delivery 17.3 CFM (Top)
22.98 CFM (Bottom)
Noise Level 34 dBA (Top)
28.3 dBA (Bottom)
Bearing Type Two ball bearings (Both)
Fan Life 50,000 hours (Both)
Fan Safety UL/CE/CSA
Connector 3 pins

Heatsink

Material Aluminum 6063
Interface Dow Corning T340 Thermal Grease
Thermal Resistance 0.60 C/W

 

 

 
 

 

 
     
   

 

 
   

 
     
 

                  

 
   

 

 
 
Last Updated 22-07-2001

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