Cooling

We took three new CPU air coolers out for a spin to see how they perform on our Ryzen 7 9800X3D

Thermalright has kicked off 2026 by introducing the new Frost Tower 140. The newly unveiled CPU cooler is a dual-stack giant designed to match the thermal dissipation of entry-level AIOs, featuring a unique asymmetrical fan configuration and a seven-heatpipe array to tame the latest high-TDP chips from Intel and AMD. …

ID-Cooling is updating its low-profile and budget mainstream lineups with various models. The cooling manufacturer has unveiled the IS-77-XT Black, a direct competitor to the low-profile elite, alongside a refreshed SE-XT V2 series that maintains its ultra-aggressive pricing. However, the most surprising addition to their catalogue is the Frost X55, …

The "AI tax" on PC hardware is spreading beyond silicon. After the cost increase for RAM and SSDs, the industry is now bracing for a significant price hike in other fundamental parts of a build: power supplies and cooling solutions. According to a warning issued by Guangzhou Xinhong Zhengdian Electronic Technology, a leading Chinese electronics firm, the surging cost of raw materials, specifically copper, silver, and tin, is forcing an immediate adjustment across the supply chain...

At CES this week, ASRock has introduced a complete next‑generation AIO liquid cooling lineup, expanding its hardware portfolio beyond motherboards and graphics cards. The new range covers high‑end enthusiast systems, workstation platforms, gaming PCs and mainstream builds, with each series targeting a different segment.

Cooler Master is using CES 2026 to show the new entries to its enthusiast stack, bringing back some of its most iconic sub‑brands. The manufacturer's showcase in Las Vegas this week focuses on the “FreeForm 2.0” design philosophy, a modular approach that spans everything from the massive new Cosmos Alpha …

Thermaltake is bringing the 90s back with a new range of ‘Retro’ series hardware at CES 2026. There are two new retro‑inspired PC cases, but with all the conveniences of modern designs, including the option to add a digital display exactly where you’d expect a disc drive to sit. To complement the cases, Thermaltake also has retro‑style peripherals and liquid coolers in the lineup.

The death of the mechanical laptop fan may be closer than expected. YPlasma, a deep-tech startup based in Newark and Spain, has announced it will unveil a revolutionary solid-state cooling solution at CES 2026. Replacing traditional rotary fans with “Dielectric Barrier Discharge” (DBD) plasma actuators, the company claims to have …

Thermalright is expanding its already vast cooling catalogue with a rare entry into the slim 140mm fan market. The newly unveiled TL-B14015 series targets the growing niche of Small Form Factor (SFF) enthusiasts who require the surface area of a 140 mm fan but lack the clearance for standard 25-mm-thick …

Thermalright continues its relentless pace of launches with the unveiling of the Levita Vision AIO series, a liquid cooling lineup that seemingly wants to turn your CPU socket into a tablet. Looking at the new Levita Vision AIO series, what stands out the most is undoubtedly the massive 6.67-inch curved …

Thermaltake is updating its mainstream TH series with the new redesigned V3 family. The most immediate change is a departure from the circular “porthole” aesthetic of the previous generation in favour of a cleaner, more industrial square pump head. The series continues the trend of offering two distinct versions: one …

Thermaltake has introduced the MAGCurve 360 Ultra ARGB Sync AIO Liquid Cooler, a display‑driven cooling solution built for high‑performance systems. Available in Black and Snow, it combines a curved screen, AI‑assisted customisation, and a compact but capable thermal design.

NZXT's latest high performance fans are here - are they worth £100 for the triple 120mm variant?

Asus has been expanding its ProArt sub-brand from monitors and motherboards into a whole ecosystem for creators, and recently, that expansion has reached the cooling sector. The company has officially announced the ProArt PF120, a high-performance 120mm case fan designed to compete directly with the industry's heavyweights like the Phanteks …

Arctic has officially retired the MX-6 from its flagship position, replacing it with the new MX-7 compound. While the company has long been a staple in thermal pastes, this latest iteration marks a distinct shift in formulation strategy, moving towards a significantly higher viscosity to combat the “pump-out” effect common …

Scythe Japan has officially introduced the Kotetsu Mark 4 (model SCKTT-4000), the latest iteration of its popular entry-level air cooler. Designed to replace the Kotetsu Mark 3, this new model retains the signature single-tower form factor while integrating significant performance upgrades, most notably the transition to the new Wonder Tornado …

Arctic has officially launched the 140 mm variants of its P Pro Reverse fan series. Previously seen in the Xtender case, these fans are now available as standalone products, specifically engineered for builders who require “pull” airflow configurations without sacrificing aesthetics. The P14 Pro Reverse series is designed to intake …

We put five new AIO coolers to the test, but which one comes out on top?

Thermaltake has unveiled the Minecube 360 Ultra ARGB Sync, a new all-in-one liquid cooler that takes the current trend of integrated LCDs to a new level. Available in both black and white editions, the cooler features a patented “Quad-LCD Cube Display” that sits atop the CPU block, turning the pump …

Noctua has finally released the all-black chromax.black versions of its G2 cooling products. Both the NH-D15 G2 CPU cooler and the NF-A14x25 G2 140mm fans now arrive in a sleek design. The new NF-A14x25 G2 fan (Sx2-PP also available) features advanced aerodynamic engineering, including an impeller made from Sterrox liquid-crystal …

Five new CPU air coolers tested on the Ryzen 7 9800X3D, but which configuration is best?

MONTECH has announced the NX600 and NX600 ARGB, a new pair of dual‑tower CPU coolers aimed at delivering strong thermal performance at a competitive price.

ID-Cooling is refreshing its cooling portfolio with new product lines, heavily embracing the trend of integrated displays in its cooling solutions. These releases include standard tower air cooling, low-profile ITX solutions, and a new series of 360mm AIOs. Starting with the Frozn A410 TD is a new compact single-tower air …

Lian Li has unveiled its latest series of AIO liquid coolers, the HydroShift II LCD-S. Building on previous designs that attempt to conceal tubing runs for a cleaner aesthetic, this new iteration introduces a detachable 3.4-inch IPS display that connects via magnetic pogo pins. This design enables builders to install …

NZXT has announced its entry into the premium fan market with the introduction of the Performance series. The new models include the F120X, F140X, F240X, F280X, and F360X, all featuring a single-frame design, Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP) construction, and RGB lighting. The frame and blades of each fan are constructed …

The DeepCool AK series of CPU coolers impressed us quite a bit. Now, the company is preparing the next generation of AK coolers, expanding the lineup with a new range of options, offering four, five or six heatpipes depending on the model. Second Gen AK DIGITAL CPU coolers are also on the way, offering users a digital display on top of the cooler for convenient system stat monitoring.

Sudokoo made some very bold statements about its latest fan, but can it live up to the claims?

Thermalright is updating its Aqua Elite AIO series with a fresh new look. The new Aqua Elite 360 V5, which should keep the lineup's goal of offering solid cooling at an accessible price, features a completely redesigned pump block with subtle RGB lighting reminiscent of an aircraft jet engine. Available …

Montech is bringing its popular curved-glass aesthetic to the microATX market with the launch of the King 15. This new compact chassis is essentially a smaller version of the recently launched King 45, featuring the same 15° glass curve and dual-chamber layout. Available in black and white, the King 15 …

The Cooler Master Hyper 212 is a legendary air cooler, offering excellent bang-for-buck and a significant performance upgrade compared to a stock CPU cooler. This week, Cooler Master is launching the latest version, the Hyper 212 3DHP Black. A dual-tower Alpha V4 3DHP cooler also launches this week.  The new …