Taking into account the increasing number of cases when it’s impossible to install highly efficient air coolers on mini-ITX motherboards, Corsair has developed a universal low-profile liquid cooler. Entitled Hydro Series H5 SF, the unit shows compatibility with the majority of small-sized platforms for Intel LGA1366/115x and AMD FM1/FM2/AM2/AM3 sockets. Besides, this model is able to manage with up to 150 W of thermal power.



Corsair Hydro Series H5 SF is distinguished by an unusual framework. It employs dedicated props which hover the heatsink over the motherboard; thus, the system does not require additional space within the case. The base is made of polished copper.


The aluminum heatsink (167x40x57) is accompanied by a 120-mm fan that drags out hot air from heat-generating components. Its rotation speed varies from 1000 RPM to 1800 RPM, producing 12-24 CFM airflow. Still, the fan appears to be rather noisy with the peak levels of 36-42 dB.


Corsair bundles the …

Toughpower Grand series is one of the foreground PSU lines in the production gamma of Thermaltake. The series is replenishing with ever newer models from time to time, offering more advanced facilities and more efficient power. Model Toughpower Grand TPG-700M is one of the latest power supply units from this manufacturer. Its is characterized by the availability of 80Plus Platinum certificate and the employment of high-quality capacitors that ensure its stability of operation. Upon the whole, TPG-700M might be called a worthy follower of Toughpower series.



Specifications and User Experience


Thermaltake Toughpower Grand 700W is notable by a quite wide temperature condition range which fluctuates within the measures of 0 up to 50 degrees. The power on +12VDC rail is estimated at 696W (58A). The correlation of power on this rail with the total power makes up 0.994; this is a sample index for such type of units. All other basic specifications of the model are indicated on the …

The German be quiet! vendor has lately reported its Straight Power 11 series power supplies marketing launch. These products are already being delivered to retailers at the 105–209 EUR recommended price.

 

be quiet! novelties, available in 450–1000 W versions, are claimed to be highly effective and operate at a low noise level. They utilize modular cabling and comply with the 80 Plus Gold certificate (the performance factor at 230 V reaches 93 %).

 

The manufacturer indicates a completely refined PC-board as one of these power supplies’ strong points. Other Straight Power 11 specs include hyperthermal (105 °C) capacitors, produced in Japan, enhanced steadiness and voltage control, alongside with decreased fluctuation. The devices feature four 12 V lines of the total 37.5–83.3 A current load.

 

The 135 mm Silent Wings 3 fan with the automatic rotary speed control cools inner components. The system is …