Cooler Master TPC 800 CPU Cooler Review

1. Introduction2. Packaging and Bundle3. The Cooler Master TPC 800 Heatsink4. Installing the Cooler Master TPC 8005. Testing Methodology and Performance6. Closing Thoughts7. View All Pages

Overall we are left with generally positive impressions of the Cooler Master TPC 800 CPU cooler.  It's good to see Cooler Master offering a version of the TPC 812 cooler without fans for those enthusiasts who prefer to use their own high brand, aftermarket fans.

We tested the cooler with two Be Quiet! Shadow Wings 120mm fans which performed well, offering good airflow and low noise levels.  It's clear that the TPC 800 is ideal for those who want to achieve moderate overclocks with their system.  The temperatures we recorded were a little on the high side with our overclocked i7-3930K but we imagine that it would perform better with a i7-3770K or i7-2700K.

The only aspect of the TPC 800 that we found disappointing was the fan mounting brackets.  They may be compatible with the vast majority of fans on the market but the way they fit to the heatsink is far from ideal.  The clips don't hold the fans in place very securely and they cannot be attached further up the heatsink to make room for RAM with tall heatspreaders.

We couldn't find the Cooler Master TPC 800 on sale at any of the large retailers but a company called Ballicom International are advertising it for around £43 inc. VAT.  We feel this is a little expensive as most people will be spending around £15 or £20 on fans for the cooler which brings the price into Noctua NH-D14 territory.  We would like to see the price dropping to around £30 before recommending it hands down.

Pros

• Good performance.
• Compatible with most fans.
• Attractive design.

Cons

• Expensive.
• Not yet widely available in the UK.

KitGuru says: A good cooler but expensive considering the performance.

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