Top-rated products in the CPU coolers category
Here's a ranking of the top rated products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've also added some key information about the products.
1. be quiet! Pure Rock 2
Pure Rock 2 Black is be quiet!'s CPU cooler designed for quiet multimedia and graphics applications. With a cooling performance of 150W TDP, four 6mm high-performance heat pipes, a Pure Wings 2 120mm PWM fan, and the ability to install the cooler easily from above, the Pure Rock 2 Black is an essential category CPU cooler. With 150W TDP, it offers excellent cooling performance for graphics, multimedia, and entry-level systems of all kinds. The Pure Rock 2 Black features four 6mm heat pipes with aluminum caps, which are key to its high cooling performance as they efficiently transfer heat to the cooling fins. The Pure Wings 2 120mm PWM fan with high-quality rifle bearings provides the optimal balance between necessary cooling and quiet operation. The 9 fan blades are designed for airflow optimization to reduce noise-generating turbulence.
2. be quiet! Pure Rock
The Pure Rock cooler series offers single-tower and slim coolers in the "Essential" segment. The coolers provide quiet and effective cooling. Additionally, the slim cooler can be perfectly integrated into tight spaces due to its compact design. Equipped with award-winning be quiet! technology, the Pure Rock coolers deliver powerful cooling for pleasantly quiet multimedia and graphics systems.
3. Noctua NH-D15 Chromax
The NH-D15 chromax.black is a completely black version of Noctua's award-winning flagship model, the NH-D15. The secret to the premium cooler's success remains unchanged thanks to the same dual-tower design and the proven NF-A15 PWM fans: the CPU cooler offers excellent quiet operation combined with cooling performance that can compete with complete water cooling systems. The chromax.black version, with its black fans and black-coated heatsink, additionally combines these advantages with a sleek stealth design. The overall high-quality package is completed by the renowned multi-socket mounting system SecuFirm2 and Noctua's popular NT-H1 thermal paste. Whether for overclockers or silent enthusiasts, the NH-D15 chromax.black is a true premium solution that looks as good as it cools.
4. Noctua Nh-D15
The Noctua flagship model NH-D15 is a dual-tower cooler of elite class, based on the legendary NH-D14, and continues its pursuit of ultimate cooling performance with maximum quietness. With its wider heat pipe layout and two NF-A15 140 mm premium fans featuring PWM support for fully automatic speed control, the NH-D15 can further improve the award-winning efficiency of the NH-D14. The high-quality overall package of the NH-D15 is completed by the proven SecuFirm2™ professional mounting system and Noctua's renowned NT-H1 thermal paste. Whether for overclockers or silent enthusiasts, the NH-D15 is a premium solution for the highest demands.
Based on the award-winning NH-D14, which has received over 350 recommendations and awards from leading international hardware websites and magazines, the NH-D14 is one of the most successful premium coolers of all time. The NH-D15 achieves an even better silent cooling performance compared to the NH-D14, thanks to the wider arrangement of the heat pipes and the two NF-A15 fans.
The dual-tower construction with 6 heat pipes offers more cooling surface area, better heat distribution, and superior airflow efficiency in dual-fan operation compared to conventional single-tower coolers. The width of the cooling fins has been increased from 140 mm to 150 mm compared to the NH-D14, and the distance between the heat pipes has been increased. The improved heat distribution over a larger surface area achieved through these measures significantly contributes to the superior efficiency of the NH-D15.
Thanks to the recessed lower cooling fins, the NH-D15 provides 62 mm of clearance for tall memory modules in single-fan operation—most current high-end modules can be used without any issues.
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 full 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 optimally transfer heat to the cooling fins.
6. Alpenföhn CPU cooler Alpenfohn Ben Nevis (84000000119)
The Ben Nevis from the manufacturer Alpenföhn impresses with its fantastic price-performance ratio as well as its performance and noise levels. The three 6 mm thick copper heat pipes are pressed directly onto the CPU, absorbing heat directly from the processor and transferring it efficiently to the numerous aluminum fins. This process ensures excellent cooling with conventional thermal paste. The pre-installed 120 mm fan, which supports PWM, provides a strong airflow of 95.14 m³/h through the fine aluminum fins for quick and efficient heat dissipation. Despite its very good cooling performance of 140 watts TDP, the fan is surprisingly quiet, operating at a maximum of 20.2 dB(A) when rotating at a high speed of 1,600 RPM.
7. Noctua Nh-U9s
The asymmetrical design with 5 heat pipes allows for both increased cooling performance and better compatibility. With a footprint of 95 x 95 mm, the cooler does not overhang the memory slots or PCIe slots on all Intel and most AMD-based motherboards (including µATX and ITX). Combined with a compact height of 125 mm, this makes the NH-U9S a versatile solution with excellent case, RAM, and PCIe compatibility. The included NF-A9 premium fan ensures outstanding quiet operation, with its speed being fully automatically regulated via PWM. Adding a second NF-A9 fan, available separately, can further enhance cooling performance in a dual-fan setup.
8. be quiet! Pure Rock 2 FX
The Pure Rock 2 FX Black combines impressive ARGB lighting with strong cooling, making it perfect for quiet multimedia and graphics applications. The Pure Rock 2 FX Black is a CPU cooler from the Essential category. With a TDP of 150W, it provides excellent cooling performance for graphics, multimedia, and entry-level systems of all kinds. The Light Wings 120mm PWM High Speed features ARGB lighting with 18 LEDs on both the front and back. The lavish lighting ensures outstanding aesthetics from every angle. An optimally designed fan frame and impeller enable the quiet operation that be quiet! is known for.
9. be quiet! Dark Rock Slim
Uncompromisingly Silent Cooling of Superlatives
The Dark Rock Slim offers an exceptionally high cooling performance of 180W TDP and is nearly inaudible. 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 structure, no memory slots are blocked.
Almost Silent Operation
Only 23.6 dB(A) even at 100% load
The Silent Wings 3 120mm PWM fan features seven airflow-optimized blades, a quiet 6-pole motor, and a durable fluid-dynamic bearing. Vibration-damping elements attached to the heatsink allow for decoupled fan mounting.
Exceptional Cooling Performance
The Perfect Balance of Power and Noise
The Dark Rock Slim achieves an impressive performance of 180W TDP, ensuring low system temperatures even when the CPU is running at full speed. For extraordinary cooling requirements, there is also the option to add 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 dots on the surface enhance air circulation. A special coating with ceramic particles ensures perfect heat transfer.
10. Xilence I250PWM
The I250 PWM from Xilence, known for its quiet PC components, provides efficient cooling for high-performance CPUs with its high airflow. The red 92mm fan is extremely quiet thanks to its Hydro Bearing and PWM control. The cooler is compatible with Core i7/i5/i3 and Pentium G9650 processors. Additionally, it features a secure and stable mounting system with a backplate.
