Alphacool NexXxos UT60 Full Copper Radiator, 120mm, Single Fan, Black
Bottom line: The Alphacool NexXxos UT60 Full Copper Radiator: Full copper core: chambers, fins, and channels, not just the fins; main trade-off: 1,004g bare weight strains lighter case mounting brackets.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Full copper core: chambers, fins, and channels, not just the fins
- ✓ Six G1/4" ports allow flexible inlet/outlet and drain-port routing
- ✓ 60mm-thick UT60 core packs more surface area than 30mm or 45mm radiators
- ✓ Steel side panels and brass threads resist stripping on repeated fitting swaps
Cons
- ✗ 1,004g bare weight strains lighter case mounting brackets
- ✗ 60mm depth plus fans needs roughly 85mm+ of case clearance
- ✗ 157 x 124mm footprint is larger than a bare 120mm fan bracket
- ✗ Single 120mm size limits heat rejection versus 240mm or 360mm cores
Manufacturer description
The new Alphacool NexXxos radiators, a name that stands for experience and quality has come to bring a fresh breeze to the radiator market. Following this tradition, the new NexXxos radiators are the first to truly deserve the “Full copper” attribute. All main parts, not only the fins and channels, but the chambers are also made from copper. The radiators are designed to be used with 120mm, 140mm, and 180mm fans and are available in different thicknesses. The choice of 30mm (ST30 series), 45mm (XT45 series), 60mm (uT60 series), and 85mm (Monsta series) offers the perfect radiator for every…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Alphacool NexXxos UT60 Full Copper Radiator using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the cooling & fans category. Alphacool's cooling & fans 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.
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Key Features
- Black exterior Color
- G1/4" Ports (x6)
- Material: steel side panels, brass threads, copper chambers, copper fins, copper channels
- Weight: 1,004g
- Dimensions: 157 x 124 x 60mm
Full Specifications
| Brand | Alphacool |
|---|---|
| Model | 14172 |
| Weight | 1,004g |
| Material | steel side panels, brass threads, copper chambers, copper fins, copper channels |
| Dimensions | 157 x 124 x 60mm |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Part Number | 14172 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Included Components | Radiator, 5x Plugs, 4x M3 x 30mm mounting screws, 4x M3 x 35mm mounting screws |
| Warranty Description | One year manufacturer |
| Cooler Heatsink Material | Copper |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 6.18"L x 4.88"W x 4.88"H |
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