CPU Cooler Usage Efficacy
CPU cooler is like a computer "air conditioning fan", which cools down the computer as soon as the temperature rises, runs smoothly without lag, and avoids PC lag and crash due to "fever". Maintaining the stable performance of the PC is crucial, especially in high-load scenarios such as playing games, editing videos or overclocking. The working efficiency of this "bodyguard" directly determines whether the PC can be as stable as Mount Tai.
There are two main mainstream cooling solutions at present:
Air-cooled radiator: It uses the golden combination of fan + heat sink to remove heat through forced air flow. It is like installing a miniature electric fan for the CPU, with a simple structure and affordable price, suitable for most ordinary users.
Liquid-cooled radiator: It uses circulating coolant as a "courier" to transport heat from the CPU to the outside of the chassis. This solution cools more thoroughly and is suitable for gamers or creators who pursue extreme performance.
Why is CPU cooler so important? Here are five super practical reasons:
1) Install a cooling artifact for the CPU:
When the CPU is working, it is like a small stove, and the temperature can soar to more than 80℃. The radiator is like a mini air conditioner installed on the CPU to prevent it from "heatstroke" and crashing. Especially when playing games or editing videos, if the temperature cannot be lowered, the computer will directly become a brick.
2) Let the computer run smoothly:
When the temperature is high, the computer will be angry, the web page will suddenly crash, and the software will frequently crash. The CPU cooler is like the "stabilizing needle" of the computer. Keeping the temperature stable can make the system run smoothly.
3) Improve performance:
Cool down the CPU and it will be able to fire at full power! Overclocking players know that only when the heat dissipation is strong enough can the CPU break through the default frequency and the game frame rate will take off directly. It's like removing the speed limiter from a sports car.
4) Extend the use time of hardware:
High temperature is the number one killer of electronic components. Actual measurements show that the life of the CPU will be shortened by 30% under long-term high temperature. The CPU cooler is like putting on a bulletproof vest for the computer, and it can be used for a few more years.
5) Reduce the sound:
High-end CPU coolers come with intelligent speed control, and the fan is as slow as a snail when the temperature is low. Especially when playing games late at night, you no longer have to worry about the fan making noises like a tractor.
How to choose a CPU cooler:
1. The interfaces must be matched：
Just like the mobile phone charging head must be plugged into the right interface, the cooler must be "matched" with the CPU socket. Intel's LGA1700 and AMD's AM5 interfaces are like Apple and Android charging ports, so don't buy the wrong one.
2. Cooling should be "done within one's ability"：
The TDP of the CPU is like the displacement of a car. The i5-13600KF is a 125W "fuel tiger", so it must be equipped with a CPU cooler with a "cooling lung capacity" of more than 200W. It's like a supercar needs a turbocharger, while a commuter car can use a naturally aspirated one. The CPU cooler must be powerful enough to cool the CPU.
3. Quietness level:
If you are afraid of noise, choose a cooler with "library mode". High-end water cooling is like a muffler. Look for a cooler equipped with a silent fan or with a quieter running function.
4. Tailor-made chassis
The height of the CPU cooler should be measured according to the chassis, just like buying a hat by looking at the circumference of the head. Make sure the CPU cooler fits your computer chassis.
5. Budget:
CPU coolers come in different prices, so determine your budget and choose a cooler that meets your needs
CPU cooler recommendations:
XTT-09 CPU cooler: Provides top-notch cooling performance, outperforming high-end competitors such as Noctua's D15S, while reducing costs by nearly 2/3.
XTT-01 CPU cooler: It provides excellent aesthetics, powerful cooling performance, and quiet noise levels.
XTT-07 CPU cooler:Combining excellent performance, minimal noise levels, and affordability.
XTT-12 CPU cooler: It is one of the best performing air coolers we have tested. It runs silently.
Summary:
CPU cooler is a key component in any PC assembly. CPU cooler is like a "small air conditioner" for the computer. Choosing the right one can make the whole machine run faster and more stable, and it can also be used for a few more years without getting angry!