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So there you have it; all in all no real surprises (unless my testing method was messed up somehow) the Heatkiller block is THE block to own when looking for max performance. Followed closely by its cheaper derative the Heatkiller Lc block. Depending on the generated flow rate, the Koolance 350 AC is still a high performance contender if the flow is high enough. Enzotech's older Luna rev B design still can keep up with the big boys, no matter what you throw at it. And one of their NDA blocks is even better. For the rest of the European blocks ; I was pretty amazed by the engineering and design of certain blocks. And they all perform quite nicely, beating a TRUE eXtreme with a powerful fan, by at least a healthy 10°C.  Like in the previous roundup I made a chart for those, who not only base their decision on performance, but more towards a price/performance ratio. The chart below expresses the amount of Euro(s) you pay to get a certain degree temperature drop compared to the least performing block in this roundup.  With the addition of 7 new blocks and some big price drops, the older chart has become completely obsolete. Which block you should get, if money plays an important factor is a bit easier to find out now. Again it's one member of the Watercool family : The heatkiller Lc takes over the price/performance ratio of the OCZ hydroflow MK II block. It's as cheap as the OCZ, yet cools heaps better. What more can you ask for ? The Alphacool and Aquacomputer are too expensive, yet they are generally well designed and crafted ( I say generally as one of the Alphacool samples had a few manufacturing flaws ). The Italian Ybris Chrome sample, if not being fully chromed ( so less in price ) would also gain a few places in this chart. But if the *bling* factor is important to you, then it might just be your next block (recap that it's one of the few blocks in this roundup that's delivered with fittings ). Same killer looks count for the Cuplex XT diČ block which is a real show stopper in anyone's case. Too bad for the Swfftech GTZ and Koolance block, as they are (were) so expensive at the time of writing and although they perform, their retail street price, totally kills their price/performance ratio. (Yet they too include fittings and co like the Ybris block) Once again this chart has to be adapted once I get the new sample(s) in and as prices (can) change rapidly nowadays. Don't overanalyze or stare yourself to death on this chart. If you want to know the absolute performance, turn one page back. If it's a mix of performance and cost, this chart might give you some valuable information, but please always crosscheck with your local prices and the raw performance results. If youre looking for a new block you can surely find one that suits your needs within these 13 blocks. Going from very cheap to uberly expensive. From very cheapishlooking to overworked pieces of art. Each user will have his own specific desires to pick one out. Most blocks are really performing very alike and performance will of course depend on your own setup (tubings, pump used and amount of blocks). It's clear that the European blocks can be very competitive with the big names from abroad. There's no reason to overlook the highest performing block in our roundup : the Heatkiller rev 3.0 and the best price/performance ratio block : the Heatkiller Lc. Double victory for the Watercool company. Pros + nicely engineered ultra durable water block + Solid medium range performance + Medium flow block, performs as good with low or high flow setups + For the case modders : available in an abundance of colour variations Contras - No Back plate, still the old school mounting system. - pretty pricey: retailing at 65 euro's Pros + Good performance block (low or high flow) + specially designed for I7 but... + For the case modders : available in an abundance of colour variations Contras - Expensive (56 euros) - Incompatibility with some pressure fittings - Some issues with my review sample  Pros + Mid range performing water block + Amazing looks and attention to detail; a real showstopper Contras - Very expensive : 70 euro's, seems Craftmanship needs to be paied :) Pros + Good/price performance ratio + Lightweight design Contras - Simplistic looks, feels cheapish.  Pros + Highest performing block I've encountered + Excellent mounting and instructions included. + Performs amazingly with low flow setups. Contras - Expensive (63 euros) - Would it be even better with a backplate ?  Pros + Very high performing block + very cheap (37 euros), best overall price/performance ratio + Same solid mounting and guidelines included as it's bigger brother Contras - Really can't think of any, can you?  Pros + Solid performing block + Very complete package (backplate, fittings,...) + Multiple dispensers in the kit to adapt to other types of CPU's Contras - Bit pricey: 60 euros, but package is 100% complete. Well I hope you liked it, testing took ages to complete and I wish to thank again the persons who without this review would never be possible :   More reviews in this category can be found below: |
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