Evercool 925-HPC

Methodology

To test CPU Coolers we simply boot the PC into Windows XP and measure temperatures under idle and load states. The onboard temperature sensor is disregarded and instead the CPU’s own diode is used.

For idle testing, the rig is left doing nothing at all for approximately half an hour and then we take the most representative reading at the end of this time period. For load testing, the same procedure is used except both cores are loaded to 100% using two processes of the software CPU burn-in.

Ambient temperature was 21 degrees C, side panels were on and fan speeds were at maximum. I used the provided Evercool T-grease 800 series thermal paste.

For comparison purposes, the Spire CoolFlow III cooler was also tested.

Results

Evidently, the Evercool cooler is much more proficient and at both load and idle states is much more effective at keeping a low temperature. Furthermore, as the margin is so great between the temperatures, this emphasizes how good the 925-CA cooler really is as it is able to easily beat it’s opposition.

Noise

The Evercool isn’t very noisy; however there is a faint hum produced from the fan which for some enthusiasts wanting to achieve a completely silent system could be a problem. But, otherwise the noise level is not too bad.

[Editor Addition] Fortunately, those that find the Evercool’s noise levels irk them somewhat, can adjust the speed of the fan using the bundled controller, alowing them to find the perfect mix of performance and noise.

Cost

A quick Google found the cooler selling at roughly £20 which is about average for the mid-range CPU cooler. However, for one that performed as well as this one, it’s pretty good value.

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