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Corsair, a longstanding and esteemed manufacturer in the PC components industry, initially built its reputation on memory-related products. However, nearly two decades ago, Corsair began diversifying its product line. This expansion started cautiously, with a limited number of products, but quickly proved to be highly successful, propelling Corsair into the industry powerhouse it is today. One of Corsair's most triumphant product categories is all-in-one (AIO) liquid coolers. This success is particularly notable given that their initial foray into liquid cooling in 2003 did not meet expectations. However, Corsair didn’t throw in the towel. Undeterred, they re-entered the market years later, leveraging the growing popularity of user-friendly, maintenance-free AIO designs. This gamble paid off handsomely, as AIO coolers are now one of Corsair’s flagship product lines...
Corsair Announces iCUE Elite Capellix Series: 240, 280, and 360 mm AIOs with Capellix LEDs
Back in January at CES 2020, we got a glimpse of Corsair's Capellix LED technology and it certainly piqued our interest. At the time Corsair couldn't give us details...
20 by Gavin Bonshor on 9/15/2020Keeping it Pure, be quiet! Pure Loop Series, Up to 360 mm AIOs
be quiet! is one of the most widely known hardware manufacturers in Germany and across Europe, with ranges including CPU cooling, chassis, and case fans. Adding to its range...
31 by Gavin Bonshor on 9/3/2020be quiet! Announces The Silent Base 802 Chassis, With USB 3.2 Type-C
Sometimes companies take a popular product and re-release it to the market with a new aesthetic, or slightly revamped design. Reputable and popular German hardware manufacturer be quiet! has...
22 by Gavin Bonshor on 9/3/2020be quiet! Reveals Shadow Rock 3 White, Same Performance, But White
Back in March, be quiet! released its successor to its mid-range Shadow Rock 2 air tower cooler, the Shadow Rock 3. Only available in black at the time, be...
7 by Gavin Bonshor on 9/3/2020be quiet! Announces Dark Power Pro 12 PSUs: 80Plus Titanium, Up to 1500W
The increasingly popular German hardware manufacturer be quiet! has announced its latest series in its ever-growing power supply line-up, the Dark Power Pro 12. Equipped with fully digital hardware...
15 by Gavin Bonshor on 8/25/2020The NZXT Kraken Z63 & X73 AIO Cooler Review: Shiny On Top, Solid Underneath
Today we are taking a look at NZXT’s latest liquid coolers, the Kraken X-3 and Z-3 series. These are more of a refresh rather a total upgrade over last...
62 by E. Fylladitakis on 8/19/2020The NZXT C650 650W PSU Review: Designed To Last
Today we are taking a look at NZXT’s latest PSU, the 650 Watt C-series C650. Aimed at advanced PC users and enthusiasts alike, its basic specs initially seem unimpressive...
37 by E. Fylladitakis on 8/11/2020AZZA Announces Pyramid Mini 806, Unique Pyramid Design Goes Mini-ITX
Back at Computex, we stumbled across a uniquely-styled polyhedron-shaped chassis by AZZA, the Pyramid 804. To cater to small form factor aficionados, AZZA has announced its intention to release...
16 by Gavin Bonshor on 8/5/2020Lian Li Unveils Its First AIO Coolers, The Galahad 360 and 240 with ARGB
Lian Li is highly regarded for its elegant and premium aluminium chassis, most recently its entry-level O11 Dynamic XL E-ATX case, which has become one of its most popular...
10 by Gavin Bonshor on 8/3/2020Deepcool Releases Castle 280EX AIO CPU Cooler
Further expanding its ever-growing list of CPU coolers, Deepcool has announced its new Castle 280EX AIO CPU cooler, a closed loop liquid cooler with a 280 mm radiator. Slotting...
67 by Gavin Bonshor on 7/7/2020The SilverStone Permafrost PF120, PF240, and PF360 ARGB AIO Coolers Review
SilverStone is a well-known name amongst advanced users and enthusiasts. The company earned its reputation from its first PSUs and original case designs, and soon diversified towards cooling related...
72 by E. Fylladitakis on 6/17/2020ID-Cooling Aims Low: 47mm Low-Profile CPU Cooler with 130W TDP
One part of the industry that requires millimeter precision is building systems for small form factor designs – being able to take advantage of every small bit of volume...
28 by Dr. Ian Cutress on 6/8/2020The 1STPlayer Steampunk 80+ Gold 750W PSU Review: A New Challenger Emerges
Today we are taking a look at a fresh face in the PSU market, 1STPlayer and their Steampunk PSU series. The Steampunk 80+ Gold 750W that we are reviewing...
54 by E. Fylladitakis on 5/12/2020FSP Details T-Wings CMT710 Open-Frame 2-in-1 Chassis
FSP has detailed its open-frame T-Wings CMT710 chassis, designed for hardcore gamers and professional game streamers that want maximum style, allowing for integration of to systems into one chassis...
33 by Anton Shilov on 3/6/2020EVGA Launches B5 Modular PSUs: 80Plus Bronze At Up to 850 W
EVGA this week has introduced a new family of entry-level, 80Plus power supplies. Promise to bring together strong performance, a rich feature set, and a relatively low price, EVGA’s...
17 by Anton Shilov on 3/4/2020NZXT Debuts H1 Mini-ITX Case for Big Gaming Rigs & NZXT BLD H1 Mini PC
Small form-factor gaming PCs are on the rise these days, but because leading-edge components like CPUs and GPUs tend to produce a lot of heat and therefore require bulky...
32 by Anton Shilov on 2/26/2020A Custom Loop LCS for a Compact PC? Corsair Floats Hydro X XD3 Pump/Reservoir
Corsair has unveiled its new Hydro X XD3 RGB pump/reservoir combo, which is designed for building ultra-compact custom loop liquid cooling systems for smaller enthusiast-class PCs. As SFF gaming...
22 by Anton Shilov on 2/26/2020Arctic Reveals Freezer 7 X: A $20 Tower Cooler With LGA1200 Compatibility
When it comes to cooling, the attention of most PC enthusiasts is drawn towards high performance air or liquid CPU coolers that can handle overclocked high-end processors without breaking...
15 by Anton Shilov on 2/19/2020EKWB & InWin Team Up for 909EK: An Ultimate Case for An Ultimate Price
EKWB and InWin this week started sales of their jointly developed EK-Quantum InWin 909EK limited edition chassis. The case is designed to offer ultimate liquid cooling performance required by...
10 by Anton Shilov on 2/5/2020EKWB Releases New Closed-Loop EK-AIO Cooling Systems w/RGB
Historically, EKWB has been best known for its custom, open-loop liquid cooling systems designed for experienced enthusiasts. But as closed-loop factory-assembled cooling systems are increasingly popular among many DIYers...
17 by Anton Shilov on 1/30/2020