Best CPU Coolers of 2019

This segment presents budget models of air-cooled coolers, costing from 2500 to 3500 rubles. Please note that we initially collected the best solutions for powerful PCs. Accordingly, do not be surprised at the price tag. Gathering the inventions described below, we took into account the radiator quality, performance, tube quality, speed, fan sizes and customer reviews.

The Top 10 coolers are opened by the Cooler Master MasterAir MA410P model based on Continuous Direct Contact 2.0 technology and an increased surface area of ​​the copper base by 45%. In addition to the advantages of the model include a high-quality fan 120 Air Balance, which, based on customer reviews, is almost silent. In addition, the model attracts with a bright high-quality backlight. Implemented 4 heat pipes based on continuous direct contact technology. To reduce dynamic losses, developers used expensive parts for the manufacture of a radiator. The bearing service life is calculated on 160 thousand hours. The design of the heat dissipator consists of 56 aluminum plates, each of which is 0.6 mm thick.

Weighing just 160 centimeters, a good compact computer cooler provides users with high performance. It has a loyal price, weight of about 1 kilogram and an excellent fastener system. Can be installed on any processor socket available commercially. At the same time, the two-section scheme provides an excellent level of cooling even at low fan speeds. The developers equipped the device with 6 heat pipes, which perfectly remove heat to a double set of ribs. This model includes two fans (one of them is PWM-controlled). The base is polished to a mirror finish. The copper base radiator has a long service life. In addition, users respond positively to the LED backlight.

The Arctic Freezer 33 eSports ONE is equipped with 4 U-shaped copper tubes with a diameter of 6 millimeters for high performance. The maximum cooling power is 200 watts, which is enough to dissipate the heat of expensive Hi-End class chips.Implemented the PWM function, designed to automatically control the speed of rotation of the cooler as the chip loads. It is worth saying that the developers equipped the model with a large 120-mm fan, which runs almost silently. The model is compatible with AMD processors with AM4 socket and all modern Intel chips.

We are talking about the representative of a new series of powerful coolers with a tower design and narrow radiator plates. The Thermaltake Riing Silent 12 Pro Blue has a 120mm cooling fan with easy control of 11 blades. It features high efficiency and low noise. Special attention should be paid to a stylish patented backlight in the form of a luminous circle. Thanks to the SHIP control, the motherboard independently sets the speed of the cooler depending on the load and temperature of the processor. For additional optimization of the device, a special protrusion is located on the inside, which allows you to direct part of the air in the middle of the fan. This allows you to avoid the outflow of air flow from the edges of the blades and to achieve the maximum level of aerodynamic noise.

The best cooler for PCs of 2019 in terms of price / quality is the Deepcool GAMMAXX GTE model, equipped with stylish RGB-backlight and a reliable radiator made in a gaming design. This model has a remote radiator, to which heat is transferred from the sole using four high-quality copper heat pipes. On the sole there are pronounced grooves, and the working plane is almost flat. The size of the complex fan is 120 millimeters, the height of the frame is 25 millimeters. If necessary, a second fan can be installed on the radiator - a second pair of mounting brackets is included. Based on the results of numerous tests, the cooler is suitable for processors with a TDP in the region of 130 watts. Inside the case, the temperature will reach a maximum of 45 degrees.

In this segment are the top premium models, the effectiveness of which can be compared with many representatives of water cooling systems. The list contains durable, reliable products that attract low noise, thoughtful design and many positive comments from customers. The sizes of each of the coolers described below are on the manufacturer’s website. As for sockets - the presented models are suitable for any modern motherboards.

The maximum cooling performance of this model is 250 watts TDP. Therefore, if you do not know which processor to buy for Intel or AMD, we recommend that you pay attention to this gadget. Handles demanding workstations and gaming PCs with good overclocking potential. Equipped with a funnel-shaped air intake for high air pressure. In this case, the noise level does not exceed 24 dB at maximum speed. The developers equipped the device with 7 high-performance copper heat pipes at once. The manufacturer assures that the contours of the radiator plates with cutouts are sharpened for the most efficient cooling of not only the chip, but also RAM. Another plus is the polished aluminum cover and hydrodynamic bearing.

In the ranking of coolers for processors this year, another premium model from Deepcool - Fryzen deserves attention. The device is made in the traditional form of a tower type with a large base area. Positioned as one of the best options for AMD Ryzen Threadripper. It features a very stylish design, a reliable fan, aluminum-framed with a good RGB backlight on each blade.Dimensions are 124 by 82 by 165 millimeters with a weight of 1.1 kg. Also worthy of attention is the good equipment, including a syringe tube with thermal grease, reliable mounts, power adapters. Notable features also include an aluminum frame and a durable radiator.

If you are considering the option with passive cooling, you should pay attention to the Thermalright Le GRAND MACHO RT model. A powerful cooler for the latest generation Ryzen and powerful Intel chips consists of a durable 140 mm fan and a very large heatsink with ultra-thin fins and a reliable base. The heat flux is transmitted using 6 mm heat pipes, which are additionally coated with a layer of nickel. It is worth adding that the model was created on the basis of leading European safety standards. Cooler power supply - 4-pin. The maximum noise level in this case is 20 dB. The maximum cooling power is 320 watts.

Among the premium models, the powerful Thermaltake Frio Extreme Silent 14 Dual cooler with two 140 mm fans that can dissipate up to 240 watts deserves special attention. At the same time, the developers installed two radiator towers at once, so the heat sink is carried out twice as fast. It is transmitted through six copper heat pipes, which literally permeate the heat sink. In addition, the advantages of the invention include PWM control and LNC cable. The rotation speed is achieved by 1200 rpm. In addition, the radiator cooling plates, whose thickness is 0.4 mm, should be attributed to the pluses of the cooler.

The best cooler for the processor of 2019 is the Cooler Master MasterAir Maker 8, designed for gamers and overlockers, for whom the minimum temperature for the CPU is very important. In addition to high performance, it is necessary to note excellent, aggressive LED lighting and complete control over the equipment. It should be said right away that the fan operates on the basis of a patented technology, but a rather massive 3D camera. Based on the statement of the developers, over the past 5 years, the company's engineers have been working hard on the evaporation chamber. Now users have the opportunity to evaluate it. In addition to the design and credible air cooling, quality details and a long service life of the model should be noted.

In fact, there are a lot of criteria, and we will not consider each of them separately for objective reasons. Instead, for people who do not know how to choose a cooler for the computer, here are 5 important rules:

1. TDP - this cooler indicator should be higher than the processor TDP, at least twice;
2. Heat pipes - must be open so that they are in contact with the chip cover, otherwise, if they are closed by a heat sink, the heat transfer will deteriorate due to gaps;
3. Radiator tower - too thick are poorly blown, keep this in mind;
4. Productivity - optimally from 800 to 1600 revolutions;
5. Fan size - the larger the better.

As for the size of the cooler, it all depends on your preferences. There is no fundamental value.

Another important factor is the number and effectiveness of the tubes. Heat in any chip produces a crystal. It is important that the radiator tube covers its maximum area. If you don’t know which cooler to buy for the processor, keep in mind that the more tubes, the better. It is also important to pay attention to the quality of parts, lighting, ease of installation and a number of other factors. Compare, see reviews. We, in turn, will summarize:

• the best inexpensive cooler - Deepcool GAMMAXX GTE;
• the most reliable - Thermaltake Frio Extreme Silent 14 Dual;
• in terms of price / quality - Cooler Master MasterAir Maker 8.

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