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1. be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 5
The Dark Rock Pro 5 features seven high-performance copper heat pipes and a special black coating with ceramic particles. The two Silent Wings PWM fans are equipped with durable fluid-dynamic bearings, quiet 6-pole motors, and airflow-optimized fan blades. With a speed switch, you can choose between two modes, each affecting the maximum speed and PWM curve. The "Quiet" mode offers a maximum fan speed of up to 1500 RPM and is the perfect choice for everyday applications. The "Performance" mode allows the Silent Wings fans to spin at up to 2000 RPM, unleashing the full power of the Dark Rock Pro 5. The removable mesh cover with an integrated middle fan is installed from the top. A completely black mounting kit with a pre-installed mounting bridge and fastening screws perfectly matches the black design of the cooler. Thanks to a nickel-plated cooling plate, the Dark Rock Pro 5 is compatible with liquid metal thermal paste like the DC2 Pro. The properties of the liquid metal compound, combined with the Dark Rock Pro 5, enable high-end CPUs to achieve even higher performance.
Pro
- Very quiet even under high load
- Maximum cooling capacity
- Easy assembly
Contra
- 8mm too large with magnetic lid for some standard ATX cases
- huge you have to see if it fits into the housing

2. be quiet! Pure Rock 3
Powerful cooling performance of 190W TDP. Noise-optimised 120mm be quiet. Pure Wings 3 fan. Four powerful 6mm heatpipes with aluminium caps. Full compatibility with all common Intel and AMD sockets. Product conception, design and quality control in Germany.
Pro
- Attractive price
- Easy assembly
- Simple Int

3. be quiet! Pure Rock PRO 3
Powerful cooling capacity of 250W TDP. Two volume-optimised 120mm be quiet. Pure Wings 3 fans. Four powerful 6mm heatpipes with aluminium caps. Full compatibility with all common Intel and AMD sockets. Product conception, design and quality control in Germany.
Pro
- 2 fans
- Assembly video from bequiet
- Super cooling

4. be quiet! Dark Rock 5
The Dark Rock 5 features six high-performance copper heat pipes and a special black coating with ceramic particles. The Silent Wings PWM fan is equipped with durable fluid-dynamic bearings, a quiet 6-pole motor, and airflow-optimized fan blades. A magnetic mesh cover conceals the heat pipes. For even higher air pressure, a second fan can be optionally installed at the outlet. Thanks to a nickel-plated cooling plate, the Dark Rock 5 is compatible with liquid metal thermal paste such as the DC2 Pro. The properties of the liquid metal compound, combined with the Dark Rock 5, allow high-end CPUs to achieve even greater performance.
Pro
- Quiet in operation
- Clear view and mounting on RAM benches
- The cooler cools perfectly

5. be quiet! Pure Rock Slim 2
Be quiet! Pure Rock Slim 2 is particularly suitable for quiet and compact multimedia systems. Thanks to its compact dimensions, Pure Rock Slim 2 is the perfect choice for PC cases with limited space. The asymmetrical design allows for complete configuration of RAM slots. For this reason, the cooler is compatible with a wide range of components and offers many configuration options. The Pure Rock Slim 2 features three heat pipes with aluminum caps. These are key to its high cooling performance, as they efficiently transfer heat to the cooling fins.
Pro
- Quiet (PWM)
- Cools well
- Simple assembly
Contra
- Thermal compound already applied
- Mounting with standard push pins
- Small fan

6. be quiet! Dark Rock Elite
Top performance, legendary cooling. The Dark Rock Elite offers unparalleled performance and cooling power with state-of-the-art fan technology and an iconic design. Despite its striking appearance, the Dark Rock Elite provides high RAM compatibility thanks to an innovative rail system. The removable top cover contributes to the convenient handling of this high-end cooler. It also features elegant ARGB lighting with endless lighting options. Join the elite.
Pro
- Simple assembly
- RGB also nice
- Mounting on Intel and AMD both possible
Contra
- Not suitable for every housing
- High price

7. be quiet! Pure Rock PRO 3 LX ARGB
Strong cooling performance of 250W TDP. Two noise-optimized 120mm be quiet! LightWings 3 fans with ARGB. Four powerful 6mm heat pipes with aluminum caps. Full compatibility with all common Intel and AMD sockets. Product conception, design, and quality control in Germany.
Pro
- Very cool
- Very quiet
- 2 fans

8. be quiet! Pure Rock Slim 3
The space-saving design of the Pure Rock Slim 3 makes it the ideal addition to compact PCs and quiet multimedia systems. Installation is as intuitive as it is stable.
Thanks to its compact design, Pure Rock Slim 3 is the perfect choice for PC cases with limited space - ideal if there is hardly any room left in your setup. With its small dimensions, it fits into almost any case and is very flexible. Perfect for tinkerers who want to optimise their system down to the last screw.
Nothing is more frustrating than fighting against your own hardware. That's why Pure Rock Slim 3 requires almost no screws thanks to a special AMD and Intel mounting frame. This makes installation as quick and easy as possible.

9. be quiet! Pure Rock 3 LX ARGB
The be quiet! Pure Rock 3 LX ARGB CPU cooler is a powerful cooling solution suitable for both Intel and AMD CPUs. With an impressive cooling performance of up to 190W TDP, this cooler ensures that your CPU remains optimally cooled even under heavy load. The integrated 120mm be quiet! Light Wings LX fan is designed not only for noise-optimized performance but also features appealing ARGB lighting that adds a personal touch to your system. The four robust 6mm heat pipes with aluminum caps ensure efficient heat dissipation, while the thoughtful product design and quality control in Germany guarantee durability and reliability. The Pure Rock 3 LX is therefore an ideal choice for those who value performance and aesthetics.
- Strong cooling performance of 190W TDP
- Noise-optimized 120mm fan with ARGB lighting
- Four powerful 6mm heat pipes for efficient heat dissipation
- Full compatibility with all common Intel and AMD sockets.
Pro
- High-quality workmanship
- The right aperture was included.

10. be quiet! Dark Rock Slim
Uncompromisingly quiet cooling of superlatives
The Dark Rock Slim offers an exceptionally high cooling performance of 180W TDP and is nearly inaudibly quiet. Perfect for high-end systems with limited space.
Space-saving design
Powerful cooling in small PCs
The compact design and excellent heat dissipation, even in small PCs, make the Dark Rock Slim the perfect choice for high-end systems with limited space. Thanks to its space-saving construction, no memory slots are blocked.
Nearly inaudible operation
Only 23.6 dB(A) even at 100% load
The Silent Wings 3 120mm PWM fan is equipped with seven airflow-optimized fan blades, a quiet 6-pole motor, and a durable fluid-dynamic bearing. Vibration-isolating elements attached to the heatsink allow for decoupled fan mounting.
Especially high cooling performance
The perfect balance of performance and noise
The Dark Rock Slim achieves an impressive performance of 180W TDP and ensures low system temperatures even when the CPU is running at full speed. For exceptional cooling requirements, there is also the option to install an additional 120mm retail fan.
Advanced design
The key to high-end cooling
The Dark Rock Slim features four advanced 6mm high-performance copper heat pipes that ensure maximum thermal conductivity. Airflow-optimized, wave-shaped cooling fins with small surface dots enhance air circulation. A special coating with ceramic particles ensures perfect heat transfer.
Pro
- Very quiet with excellent cooling performance
- Good cooling capacity
- Compact design, fits well into my system
Contra
- Compatibility table from Be quiet!
- Very large
- somewhat loud
