Each manufacturer which deals with CPU coolers tries to enrich its portfolio with products of various segments. SilverStone has gone ahead in this aspect, offering as entry-level so top-notch coolers. The AR06, a representative of Argon Series, is a low-profile model targeting entry-level and mainstream PC systems. Why giving preference exactly to this model? Let’s find it out.



Highlights


SilverStone AR06 features the following specifications:

— type: air cooler with active airflow;

— compatibility with motherboards: Socket Intel LGA115x, Socket AMD FM1, FM2, AM2, AM3;

— cooling performance: 95 W TDP;

— fan specs: dimensions: 92x92x15 mm, voltage – 12 V, rotational speed – 1200-2500 RPM, airflow – 68.3 m3/h, noise level – 20-28.3 dBA, bearing type – rifle, MTBF – 40.000 hours;

— heatsink specs: dimensions: 58x105x92 mm; weight – 263 mm, aluminum fins, 4x copper heatpipes, direct CPU contact;

— power supply: 4-pin connector;

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The ASUS WA039T monoblock, operated by Windows 10, is now available in online-stores at about 680 USD.



This all-in-one device is equipped with a 21.5-inch Full HD display with the 1920 × 1080 pixels resolution and the 14 nm Apollo Lake gen Pentium J4205 processor. The chipset contains four computing cores with the 1.5 GHz rated frequency (dynamically rises to 2.6 GHz), as well as the Intel HD Graphics 505 accelerator.

The reference configuration presupposes the 4 GB DDR3 RAM capacity, which can be doubled if needed. Effective data storage is ensured by the 1 TB hard drive; simultaneously the system has a slot for the SD-card.


The Ethernet controller with a proper cable connection jack is responsible for wired computer networking. Wireless connectivity options are supplied via the integrated Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n/ac adapter.


ASUS WA039T features an HDMI interface, four USB 3.0 ports, a standard 3.5 mm audio jack and a webcam. Its dimensions are 514 × 165 × 398 mm, and …

Antec decided to expand its renowned High Current Gamer M series of power supply units with two new models. Codenamed HCG-750M and HCG-850M, the units are characterized by modular cable connectivity and rather high level of efficiency (up to 81% in 230V networks). Not for nothing this couple is honored by 80Plus Bronze certificate that vindicates their prime-quality. It must be noted that existent internal framework is totally the work of Seasonic, Antec’s contractor.



Both new-comers are equipped with four PCI Express Power (6+2)-pin cables and support 10/12/14/16-contact power sockets. The layout consists of two virtual +12V rails, Active PFC mechanism, and high-class Japanese capacitors. HCG-750M allows for the maximal loading on +12V rail of 62A at 744W, whereas HCG-850M allows a bit higher loading of 70A at 840W.


With the purpose to prolong the units’ lifetime, Antec furnished the models with all up-dated security functions, featuring: UVP (low voltage protection), …