TR2-R1 AMD AM2 Cooler
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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-08-19. Price and availability subject to change.
Bottom line: The TR2-R1 AMD AM2 Cooler is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro motherboards category, priced around $12.70. Check the specification table above against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
Keep your AMD CPU cool with the Thermaltake TR2-R1 Aluminum Heat Sink Fan Unit!The Thermaltake TR2-R1 is an all-aluminum heat sink fan unit with 92 mm fan that spins at 1300 RPM, providing a quiet cooling solution for your AMD processor. The TR2-R1 easily handles the heat from CPUs with up to 95W TDP and fits nearly any AMD CPU socket. Get yours today!Order now!Thermaltake TR2-R1 Aluminum Heat Sink with 92 mmFan Thermal pasteNotes: P/N: A4022 Model: TR2-R1 UPC: 8 41163 01755 5 EAN: 4 711769 288054 Product Requirements: CPU with 95W TDP or less Socket AM3/AM2+/AM2/FM1/939/940/754 CPU socket
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored TR2-R1 AMD AM2 Cooler using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the retro motherboards category. Thermaltake's retro motherboards lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for retro motherboards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Aluminum heat sink 3.62-inch (92 x 92 x 38 mm) fan 1300 RPM fan speed ( 30% RPM)
- ✓ Backed by Thermaltake's warranty and support channels
- ✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified
Key Features
- Thermaltake TR2-R1 Socket AM3/AM2/939/754 Aluminum Heat Sink with 92 mm Fan General Features:
- Aluminum heat sink 3.62-inch (92 x 92 x 38 mm) fan 1300 RPM fan speed ( 30% RPM)
- Noise level: 16 dBA, 0.6 Sone 35.43 CFM max. air flow 1.5 mm H20 max. air pressure Tool-less clip
- 3-pin power connector Power Specifications: Rated voltage: 12V Started voltage: 7V
- Rated Current: 0.13A
Full Specifications
| Brand | Thermaltake |
|---|---|
| Model | A4022 |
| Voltage | 12 volts |
| Wattage | 95 watts |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 92 x 92 x 38 mm |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Noise Level | 34 db |
| Noise level | 16 dBA, 0.6 Sone 35.43 CFM max. air flow 1.5 mm H20 max. air pressure Tool-less clip |
| Part Number | A4022 |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Rated Current | 0.13A |
| Cooling Method | Air |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Power Connector Type | 3-Pin |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 1300 rpm |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 3.62"L x 1.5"W x 3.62"H |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00841163017555 |
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TR2-R1 AMD AM2 Cooler is sold on the used and vintage market, where eBay carries the live inventory — Amazon does not stock this part. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-08-19. Price and availability subject to change.
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