If you are looking for a heatsink to help push that processor
overclock a little farther, than look elsewhere, that is not the aim of the
CNPS8700. But if you are looking for a cooler to keep your home theater pc
cool without also being heard, the 8700 is just what you are looking for.
Zalman has once again released a solid product that retains their silent
computing legacy. Whether or not you choose to use the included Fan Mate 2,
the 8700 will satisfy any silent computing application. While I don't have
any numbers it's also worth noting that the design allows for additional
airflow over neighboring motherboard components, an added bonus many
heatsinks do not give.

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