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For the performance tests we used the Q6600, which with its 105 W TDP still serves the purpose of heating up excellently. To further increase the heat output, the CPU ran at 3 GHz during the tests. The temperature readings are those provided by the motherboard (Abit IP35), and to load the system Intel BurnTest was used. Idle temperatures were logged after the load test, when the temperature no longer changed. Both the motherboard- and built-in fan controller on the case were disabled, so all the fans ran at full speed during the testing.
The tests were done in CM Storm Sniper case, with the Swiftech H220 Apogee Plus kit installed and cooling the VGA and NB.
So there we have it, the H50 beats the aircoolers with a nice margin. The winner of this bunch is the Swiftech's kit, but then again, it's in a league of its own also due to its much higher price. The Hydro takes the very close second place, even beating the Swiftech in idle temperature. The Xigmatek HDT-S1283, which in our test represents a high-performance air cooler, is left far behind with a 6 degree difference in load temperature. The Boxed cooler is less surprisingly far behind, and is really struggling to keep the overclocked Q6600 cool.
Noise
For a 1700 RPM fan the Corsair's fan is remarkably quiet, but when attached to the radiator, it turns out to be a bit louder than the Xigmatek. The noise still isn't too bad, and if you don't run the fan at 100% then I'd say it's reasonably quiet and definitely more quiet than the Boxed cooler that at 2600 RPM sounded downright terrible.
Also considering the performance, Corsair has really chosen a nice fan for the job. And if you aren't pleased with the stock fan, it couldn't be easier to replace it with your personal fan of choice. Just remember to choose something that can put up a bit of static pressure as it will be pushing air through the rad.
Conclusion
Low cost liquid coolers have always been a mixed bag, and definitely a product range that most enthusiast have been avoiding, but I feel like the H50 could be the exception to this rule. The most common pit-falls of previous coolers have been cracking acryl blocks and poor performance, both of which Corsair has avoided. The simple and solid construction with care-free tubing, coupled with easy installation is definitely the way to go. The performance is also top-notch for a cooler in this price range, taking a close win over the comparison in our performance tests. Noise-wise it's not bad either, coming second only to the fan on the Xigmatek air cooler. |
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