X-bit labs

Started by: eltoro | Date 01/01/08

Comments: 6 | Last Comment:  01/27/08

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1. I can't understand all the "Highs" in the article's conclusions. Who gives a f**k about all these supposed advantages when its cooling performance is lower and it's noisier than a $50 air cooling solution???
And that's even before we mention how liquid cooling is dangerous compared to air cooling as most liquids and electronics don't live in harmony.

Bottom line, I'd expect at least a 10 degrees advantage for a cooling solution over a reasonably noisy air cooling one, before I'd seriously consider going through the extra fuss of the liquid solution. And in this article is the other way around...so all other arguments are void!

Well xbit didn't recommend this product to anyone, so I'd say this is a fair review. Also every products has its pros and cons.
Some noob out there might be wanting cheap watercooling for their new X2 6400+, who knows. I'm sure the people who payed hundreds for Killer NIC, Ageia PPU, and a Spider platform are considering this.

Yes, I agree, those kind of people could seriously consider this solution :)
But, for this fine review to be complete I expect to not only to find a lack of purchase recommendation, but to actually find such a "bottom line" conclusion that would recommend people to "stay away" from this solution, as none of its advantages really matter, as it doesn't live up to its prime requisites.

In other words I'd expect a more "clear cut" conclusion in this case when the results are so clear.

2. With this and the Zalman XT review it would be nice to see how the products tested stack against a high-end water-cooling rig and a high-end air cooler. Then the user will be in a better posiotion to see if the product is right for them. Otherwise it was a great review!!

3. Completely agree regarding all these reviews of low end water cooling. If the review sites would actually review water cooling kits that are worthwhile (everyone in the know - would never by TT kits!) - consumers would actually see the benefits!

4. Good review and the unit looks really neat, however i don't beleve "quote - No cooling of the area around the processor socket." that is a disadvantage as its a watercooling unit its not designed for this if you want all round socket cooling get a fan

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