In March 2022, SilentiumPC (now Endorfy) released the Spartan 5 MAX cooler, which cost around $100 at the time, and it won the heart of our editorial colleague, Łukasz. In our review, we praised it for its excellent performance, high efficiency in this price range, high-quality FDB Fluctus 120mm fan, pre-applied thermal paste that performs well, broad compatibility with popular sockets, and a long 6-year warranty.
We concluded that there was nothing better on the market in the price range of up to $100. So, if you’re looking for a really good cooler for a less power-hungry processor and don’t plan to spend more, the Endorfy Spartan 5 MAX won’t disappoint you.
Endorfy Fera 5 – arrived and conquered
The Fera 5 was released in 2021, but since it is still available in stores under both the SilentiumPC and Endorfy brands, we couldn’t overlook it. In our review, the cooler received almost all the accolades we could give. We praised its high performance, good operation with the option for semi-passive mode, high-quality Fluctus 120mm fan (dual fans in the Dual version), low price, and 6-year warranty. At that time, we had to pay around $119 for this cooler, and although today we’ll have to dig a little deeper into our wallets, around $125-135, it is still worth it if you want to buy a quiet and efficient cooler.
The Fera 5 is a compact (155 x 127 x 77mm) cooling solution consisting of a densely finned radiator (56 fins). It uses four 6mm heat pipes for heat transfer and features a high-quality Fluctus 120mm PWM fan for dissipating the accumulated heat. With a noise level of 38 dBA (Core i9-9900K 4.3GHz 1.1V under Prime 95), the Fera 5 was able to outperform even coolers like the Arctic Freezer eSports DUO, SPC Grandis 3, or even the significantly more expensive Dark Rock Slim.
be quiet! Pure Loop 2 240mm
be quiet! is well-known for producing high-quality cases, power supplies, and CPU coolers. The recommended Pure Loop 2 240mm offers quite a lot for this type of cooler. The liquid cooler will even work well with slightly more power-hungry CPUs. Two 120mm fans provide optimal airflow and good operation, while the ARGB lighting on the block adds a stylish look that matches the overall design.
The be quiet! Pure Loop 2 240mm is compatible with Intel sockets 1700, 1200, 1155, 1151, 1150, and AMD sockets AM4 and AM5. It measures 140mm x 321mm x 240mm, making it suitable for use in compact computer cases.
Noctua NH-D15 – the monster still reigns
The Noctua NH-D15 is the direct successor to the dual-tower NH-D14 model. It is not a new product anymore, as it has been on the market for several years now, but that doesn’t diminish its excellence. As we know, the successor to a legend can only… create a new legend. And that’s how the NH-D15 has a slightly larger heat dissipation area and an additional heat pipe. There have also been some changes regarding the fans – the previous model had one 120mm fan and one 140mm fan, but now both are 140mm (oversized with 120mm mounting holes).
For some users, what may be important is that the fans are faster, rotating at a declared speed of 1500 RPM (slightly faster in reality), with a 4-pin PWM connector. Therefore, there is no need to use any additional speed-reducing adapters – the motherboard itself can ensure very quiet operation of the computer. However, in keeping with tradition, the manufacturer includes such adapters. They reduce the fan speed to 1200 RPM. The Noctua NH-D15 is currently one of the best “tower” cooling solutions. It is expensive, yes, but incredibly efficient and silent.
Arctic Liquid Freezer II 240 – efficient mid-range AiO
The first All-in-One (AiO) cooler in our lineup appeared in 2021, but since it still performs well even compared to newer competitors, we couldn’t leave it out. We had the pleasure of testing the Arctic Liquid Freezer II 240 RGB, and in our review, we praised it for its high build quality, performance, quiet operation, good fans, attractive RGB lighting with support for popular ecosystems like Aura Sync or Mystic Light, the included thermal paste, easy installation, and a generous 6-year manufacturer’s warranty. The RGB version is available for around $450, which seems like a reasonable price considering its overall capabilities, although it is rarely found in stores nowadays. Therefore, this time we decided to include the non-RGB version.
The Arctic Liquid Freezer II 240 RGB is a compact AiO cooler with dimensions of 298mm x 121mm x 38mm, and the depth increases to 63.4mm when the fans are installed. It is advisable to ensure that you won’t encounter any potential conflicts with memory modules installed on the motherboard before making a purchase.
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