To say that we here at SysOpt are fans (excuse the pun) of high-performance cooling isn't telling the whole story: We're also unwilling to suffer poor acoustics, like high-pitched noises. We prefer low-noise solutions even when assembling our own test systems -- so it's a good thing that so many cooler manufacturers are willing to oblige! The manufacturer du jour is a recent entry to the cooling business, OCZ.
High-performance memory manufacturer OCZ was already breaking new ground with its highly rated power supplies, so it was only a matter of time before the company extended its unique style to other products. Beyond the familiar titanium finish, can OCZ still provide the quality, performance, and value we've come to expect?
| OCZ Tempest CPU Cooler Specifications | |||
| Cooler Type | Active Air | Fan Speed | 2500RPM |
| Socket Type | LGA775, 478, 939, 940, AM2 | Fan Type | 92mm LED |
| Dimensions (l*w*h) | 3.75" x 3.45" x 2.02" | Bearings | Dual Ball |
| Material | Copper with Aluminum Fins | Advertised Noise level | Not Rated |
| Weight | 580g(w/o fan) | Other | Four Heat Pipes |