EK Water Blocks EK-AIO 120 D-RGB Komplett-Wasserkühlung - schwarz

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a.) This means no power limits on Intel’s i7-13700K, and AMD’s default power limits on AMD’s Ryzen 7 7700X. This cooling performance does come at a premium, however, as EK is not exactly price-competitive with similar offerings from the likes of CoolerMaster, Arctic, Corsair, or NZXT. If we compare the 360mm EK cooler with a popular value-oriented radiator like the CoolerMaster ML240R, these are the results we get: Acoustic Results Many unique design plots come together to bring the Arctic Liquid Freezer II into existence. The Arctic Freeze II 360mm A-RGB radiator is three times bulkier than normal, allowing for more space and better heat accumulation. Then came the three P12 Iconic Arctic fans, reinforced with great performance, which they did successfully despite the low rotation speed and only 55 CFMs each. Our first chart looks at the more intensive 200W heat load, as produced by the 3 dies on the AMD 3950X. We’ve normalized the noise levels to 35dBA at 20” distance, creating an equal playing field to test the efficiency of the pumps, fans, and radiators without permitting the fans to just brute force performance at the expense of noise. Again, remember that we keep the included fans for this test.

Runner-Up For Best RGB 360mm AIO Cooler Cooler Master Masterliquid ML360R RGB 360mm | Photo Credits: Tech4Gamers The ambient temperature was recorded and kept constant at 23 Degrees Celcius. The results are recorded as absolute temperatures and not “DeltaT over Ambient” since that can add confusion for unsuspecting new readers. We chose to go with a Pull configuration of 3 fans to standardize testing, but the user can opt for a push-pull configuration too using the included fans. EK-AIO Elite 360 D-RGB Temperature ResultsThe build quality is classic EK excellence and the rotational EK pump cover is a nice touch. The cables are nice and short really aimed for a smaller case or ITX build out and they're plenty flexible. The fans daisy chain to each other for reduced wiring clutter too. This product is compatible with popular RGB sync technologies from all major motherboard manufacturers. The arrow marking on the 3-pin LED connector is to be aligned with the +5V marking on the A-RGB (D_RGB) header. After hours of testing, I was able to evaluate who the cooler was designed for. You Should Buy It If: We found the acoustic performance of the EK-Elite 360mm AiO intriguing when we increased the pump’s max speed to 3300RPM. EK maintained the same Vardar S fans with the Elite, so their impact on noise levels remained consistent. Ultra-durable design with diamond-cut rotary fittings - The EK AIO Basic comes pre-installed with reinforced and sleeved rubber tubing, each fitted with an aluminum cover to ensure they’re ultra-durable. Its diamond-cut rotary fittings allow for easy installation and adjustment of the rubber tubing, featuring a full range of movement to make the EK AIO suitable for installation in even the tightest spaces.

I am in the process of prototyping several ITX build outs to cool a SP115 13900KS for potential portable use and I had started with some 280mm AIOs (EVGA and ID-Cooling) and a Hyte Revolt. When choosing a cool CPU, you also need to consider the size of your case. Some coolers are large and may not fit inside small bags, so be sure to weigh your case before buying. Warranty EK, known for its water-cooling expertise, ventured into the AiO liquid cooler market in early 2020 with the Ek Aio 360 D RGB Review series, which received an enthusiastic response. They now reinforce their presence in the AiO market with the premium EK-AiO Elite D-RGB 360mm Liquid Cooler.

The complete push+pull package

The LS720 WH by DeepCool has many great features, like the 360mm water-cooling radiator with a housing space for 3x A-RGB fans and the cooling pump for the processor, which has a beautiful, customizable logo with RGB around it. What We Disliked: The AIO CR360 Lux comes pre-installed with reinforced and sleeved rubber tubing, now featuring finer threads. The fittings are covered with an aesthetic white radiator cover at the connection of the tubing and the radiator to ensure a sleek design and flushed line with the added fans. We often talk about product marketing to set the tone for our review. EK’s marketing, overall, is rather technical and bland -- which is what we like. That means it’s probably more accurate, or at least less likely to talk about how it uses biomimetics and the silhouette of a spider to improve performance, or something. Aspects of beauty are also things that you may want to consider. The AIO selection process is usually much simpler than one might think, so focusing too much on it will not be kind to anyone. When choosing a new cooler, see what you usually want. However, you should not put down performance to look good. These should come to the forefront of your priorities. Takeaways Moving on to the cooling pump, this is a physically small but essential device for your cooling system. Its main functionality is to keep your CPU cool; being 4th generation pump , it supports almost all the latest processors, either from Intel or AMD.

I realized a 240mm just gives a better fit and more options for even smaller ITX cases (A4, D4 come to mind) . After much research, I went with the EK because it isn't bogged down with all types of extra cabling or require control software to work. You just plug in the pump to the pump header, plug in the fans to the fan header and go. It also achieved some of the best 240mm cooling scores out there. This AIO features an aluminum side plate put on a lathe, and part of the panel's surface is machined off to leave a shiny alloy finish. Universally Compatible and Easy to Install

Daisy-chainable Fans

POWERFUL PUMP - The robust and upgraded for higher RPMs, the SPC-style pump ensures sufficient coolant flow through a dense copper fin structure, delivering optimal performance for its class of AIO products on the market PERFORMANCE COOLING, ZERO MAINTENANCE - The EK 360mm AIO Elite is an all-in-one liquid cooling solution for your CPU offering all the benefits of a water-cooling solution in a compact, easy to install, and maintenance-free way. It includes 4x120mm Vardar fans