We got these tested too as they are nearly identical to the NZXT's and it seemed a great chance to compare them. That would have been plenty for the initial graphs but just as the testing was complete the Corsair H90 and H110 AIO's arrived. The main problem with a new test rig meant none of the old tests would be comparable any more and graphs with just the NZXT units in wouldn't be much of a review! So we decided to bring out the H100, H100i H80i and just for good measure as a baseline we chucked the NHD14 in too. When the Kraken X40 & X60 arrived our original i7 950 test rig decided to pack up, so we have been forced to make the switch to a 2011 3930K system. We would hope the internals have changed but the main unit and the mounting procedure is the same fiddly affair we disliked back then, time hasnt made us think any different! If things look familiar with these then that's because the CPU block housing at least is the same as the H70. So in 2012 and NZXT start talking about their new Kraken AIO's, an Asetek design based around a 140mm and a 280mm radiator. One of the OC3D work stations was cooled with a H100 and a pair of SP120 QE's, temps were great but most importantly the system was quiet. In our eyes the H100 was the first of the viable performance AIO water coolers, the fans were far from great but that just made things easy when Corsair released the SP120 fans. It was a slow start but things really kicked in when the H100 was released. Though the new version has got bigger pipes to allow more efficient heat dissipation.Who would of guessed 3 years ago when Corsair released the H50 they would become as popular as they are today. The radiator looks similar in size to the H50 units. The 120mm x 25mm fan is new, rotating at a max speed of +/-1700rpm, PWM controlled and should produce a max noise of 30.2 dBA.
#Corsair h50 vs h60 vs h70 install#
Luckily Corsair included the swivelling connections again, making it far easier to install the new Hydro unit. The Low evaporation FEP tubings are still pretty rigid, but if they can withstand the test of time and don't get porous or cause evaporation (leading to possible failure), it's okay for this sceptical reviewer. Reviewers will get the new mounting kit seperately. Gareth Ogden told Madshrimps that a new improved mounting will be included in the retail kits. So I added a washer to increase the pressure. Our sample's mounting was a bit loose when fully mounted. Childs play, as you can't inverse the mount. The H55 is a much quieter version of the H50 and was first released in 2011. All were released at different periods to cater for the different technological needs at that moment. Some of its predecessors include: H40, H50, H60, H70, H80 and H100. To prep the H60 you need to unscrew 4 tiny screws, slide out the Intel mounting and replace them with the AMD ones. The Corsair H55 is one in the long line of all in one coolers released by the Corsair company. The AMD mount uses the stock motherboard mounting. The picture on the right shows the sensor connector for the readout of the fluid temperatures via the LINK software. The previous CoolIt models had similar shapes though were a lot bulkier. The new pumps shape is rectangular and looks quite slick and slim.
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Too bad Corsair didn't use the flashy Chrome logo from the H70 unit. The two U shape brackets need to be mounted by the user, to support the AMD AM2/3 sockets. The hydro is prefitted with the supports for the Intel sockets.
#Corsair h50 vs h60 vs h70 manual#
The Hydro unit is well protected and the included manual is clearly understandable and the instructions seem valid for ages from 7 to 77 years.Īll CPU sockets are covered, the backplate is foreseen for the Intel sockets S775/1155/11. When we tested the H70 vs the H50 we saw a big temp gain when overclocking our Gulftown CPU. Besting the previous H50 in the Corsair labs by 3☌ with an I7 overclocked to 4Ghz.
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The picture on the right clearly shows the H60 is not intented to be a H70 killer. Exclude price from the equation that does not matter to. H50 vs H60, just want to know what will be best. I only have a i5-4590, but due to my build (mini-itx) it isn't really possible to get a good air cooler in it. The Hydro 60 box is significantly smaller than the previous versions.Īll the specifications are nicely listed on the box. I am looking to purchase a Corsair H50 or H60 for my build. The box is a real eyecatcher and protects the inside components well. The box art/design remains loyal to what we have seen for the previous Hydro series.