Cooling a computer system or organizing an effective temperature environment for components is relevant and important. When system components are overheated, the performance and durability decreases. As a result, components operating at excessive temperatures fail faster. It is worth remembering that without proper ventilation and cooling, the computer system will become ineffective and may turn off at the most critical moment due to overload.
The main criteria to consider, aside from the compatibility of the processor and cooler mounting, are that cooling systems come in various types, shapes, sizes and efficiency levels. These features impact the results and should be taken into account when selecting a processor cooling system.
The processor does not perform mechanical work. Practically all the energy it consumes is transformed into heat. In the processor's technical specifications, the TDP value is indicated, meaning the amount of heat generated during operation. The energy consumption depends on the processor's power.
For example, the actual consumption of budget Intel Celeron, Pentium and Core i3 processors ranges from 20 to 50 W. In this case, there is no need for a powerful cooling system. Intel Core i5 and Core i7 (sockets 115x), as well as AMD Ryzen with TDP from 50 to 100 W. Processors consuming more than 100 W include Intel Core i7 (such as the Core i7-6850K) and Xeon, AMD FX-8xxx, and FX-9xxx (the latter can consume up to 300 W when overclocked).
Tip: if choosing a cooling system for building a quiet PC, it’s advisable to consider a cooler model with power reserve. If the processor has a TDP rating of 65 W, it’s recommended a cooling system rated for 100-150 W. In this case, the fan won’t need to spin up too much, even under maximum load. The same applies when planning to overclock the processor.
Three types of coolers can be distinguished in the range of modern processor cooling. The simplest are the classic ones with a solid metal heatsink. For greater efficiency, tower coolers with heat pipes are used. In this case, heat from the processor is dissipated via special hollow, hermetically sealed copper tubes. The excess heat is then transferred to the cooler fins, where it gradually disperses. For enthusiasts, liquid cooling systems are offered, where the processor heats a special liquid that flows through tubes to a heatsink, where it is then cooled.
2E GAMING Air Cool AC120ZP RGB is an air cooling system without heat pipes, with direct contact between the base and the processor, featuring RGB lighting around the structure. Suitable for basic compact PCs. This "baby" has a TDP of 95 W. A special black coating containing ceramic particles enhances the thermal conductivity of the materials. The cooling system's plates have a curved shape, and the aluminum base is perfectly polished. The 120 mm fan with a hydraulic bearing and RGB lighting operates quietly.
The precise geometric shape of the fan frame with decorative elements, through which the RGB glow is visible, complements the design of this technically simple device and makes it an attractive component of the computer system.
Tower-type processor cooling systems offer significantly greater efficiency due to the large heatsink dissipation area. This is the optimal choice for gaming PCs of various levels. Such cooling systems can be either active, with one or two fans, or passive – without a fan or with a concealed fan.
2E tower-type processor cooling systems:
2E GAMING Air Cool 2E-ACN120-S is an air cooling system for processors with a classic tower heatsink design and a 120 mm fan. The construction features a special black coating that promotes active heat dissipation while protecting materials from corrosion and damage. The model has a TDP rating of 180 W. Four 6 mm copper heat pipes are integrated directly into the base using advanced DTH (Direct Touch Heat pipes) technology, ensuring direct contact with the processor surface. The fan's hydraulic bearing operates quietly and reliably.
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2E GAMING Air Cool 2E-ACM90D4 is an air cooling system for processors with a classic tower heatsink design and a concealed (built-in) 80 mm fan, which is an unconventional solution for such devices. The construction features a special black coating that promotes active heat dissipation while protecting the materials from corrosion and damage. This model has a TDP rating of 180 W. Four 6 mm copper heat pipes are directly integrated into the base using advanced DTH (Direct Touch Heat pipes) technology for efficient heat transfer from the processor. The top of the cooler is decorated with ARGB lighting, while the hydraulic bearing fan operates quietly and reliably.
2E GAMING Air Cool AC120D4TC-ARGB is another air cooling system for processors, featuring addressable RGB lighting on the inner side of the 120 mm fan and around the perimeter of the decorative element at the top of the classic tower heatsink. Users can choose from various lighting modes: monochromatic single-color or a rotation of different shades, and it can synchronize with the lighting of other components. The quiet 120 mm fan operates on a hydraulic bearing. This cooler also has a TDP rating of 180 W, with an aluminum heatsink surface and copper heat pipes coated with a special black material that enhances thermal conductivity. The cooler's base is finely polished, and four 6 mm copper heat pipes are integrated directly into the base using DTH (Direct Touch Heat pipes) technology.
2E GAMING Air Cool AC120D6-ARGB is an air cooling system for processors with addressable RGB lighting distributed across the inner sides of two 120 mm fans, featuring a classic compact tower heatsink design. Users can select from various lighting modes, including monochromatic single-color or rotating shades. The two quiet 120 mm fans run on hydraulic bearings, ensuring reliable and quiet operation. The heatsink is equipped with six 6 mm copper heat pipes, spaced out to improve airflow within the structure. This model has a TDP rating of 180 W. The aluminum surface of the heatsink and the copper heat pipes are coated with a special black material to enhance thermal conductivity. The cooler base is finely polished, and the heat pipes make direct contact with the processor using DTH (Direct Touch Heat pipes) technology, ensuring efficient heat transfer.
With its modern cooling solutions for processors, including key technical specifications and requirements, original design, thoughtful construction and competitive pricing, 2E Gaming Air Cool stands out as a strong choice.