Introduction

Today I’m looking at the Be Quiet! Dark Rock Pro 2, what a name! I’m very much hoping it lives up to its name and is as quiet as the name would make you think. From just looking at it, it’s clearly quite a beast so let’s get into the review.

Specifications

• Overall dimensions without mounting material (L x W x H): 147 x 138 x 166
• Total weight (kg): 1.25
• TDP (W): 220
• LGA2011 ready: Yes
• Socket compatibility Intel: LGA 775 / LGA 1155 / LGA 1156 / LGA 1366 / LGA 2011 / LGA 1150 AMD: FM2 / FM1, AM2 (+) / AM3 (+) / 754/ 939 / 940
• Backplate Mounting: Yes
• Fan model, number: 1 x SilentWings PWM 120mm, 1 x SilentWings PWM 135mm
• Anti vibration fan fixing: Yes
• Overall noise level: (dB(A)) @ 900/1250/100% (rpm)13.50 / 19.80 / 26.40

Unboxing

The box!

The bundled items include: Manual, Universal backplate for AMD and Intel sockets, mounting screws and clips, Socket 2011 mounting hardware and thermal paste.