Thermaltake CL-P052-AL12SW-A Ventilateur Riing Plus 12 RGB Sync EDT - Black
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Bottom line: The Thermaltake CL-P052-AL12SW-A Ventilateur Riing Plus 12 RGB Sync EDT: 120mm PWM fan with 11-blade design tuned for airflow at low noise; main trade-off: single fan in the box, so multi-fan RGB Sync setups need extra purchases.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ 120mm PWM fan with 11-blade design tuned for airflow at low noise
- ✓ Hydraulic bearing self-lubricates to cut noise and improve thermal transfer
- ✓ Included low-noise cable drops noise 22dBA to 13dBA, a 40% reduction
- ✓ Held 30C to 32.5C on an i7-4770K at 3.8GHz full load, 20C ambient
- ✓ Universal socket support spans Intel LGA 2066 through 775 and AMD AM4/AM3+/FM2
Cons
- ✗ Single fan in the box, so multi-fan RGB Sync setups need extra purchases
- ✗ RGB Sync requires a compatible Thermaltake motherboard or controller
- ✗ Low-noise cable also cuts fan speed 53%, trading airflow for quiet
- ✗ 1500RPM ceiling limits headroom versus high-static-pressure radiator fans
Manufacturer description
Product Description Thermaltake Riing Silent 12 RGB Sync Edition Universal Socket 120mm PWM 1500RPM RGB LED Ring Fan CPU Cooler CLP052AL12SWA Components CPU Coolers Set Contains: 1 piece
SpecPicks Verdict
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Key Features
- 120mm PWM controlled fan with unique 11 blades design is engineered to generate higher airflow without compromising on silent operation
- The hydraulic bearing self-lubricates with a high quality, friction-reducing substance, which lowers operation noise while improving thermal efficiency
- According to the acoustic test, the Riing Silent 12 RGB can reduce the noise level by 40% from 22dBA to 13dBA, and 53% of fan speed when using with the included low-noise cable (LNC)
- The Riing Silent 12 RGB delivers outstanding cooling performance, keeping the temperature between 30℃ and 32.5℃ (ambient temperature is 20℃) @Intel Core i7-4770K 3.8GHz at full load
- Intel LGA 2066/2011-3/2011/1366/1156/1155/1151/1150/775AMD AM4/FM2/FM1/AM3+/AM3/AM2+/AM2
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Full Specifications
| ASIN | B07CQCR584 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Thermaltake |
| Color | Black |
| Voltage | 12 Volts |
| Wattage | 1.32 watts |
| Material | Copper |
| Hard Drive | 120 GB |
| Item Weight | 1.82 pounds |
| Noise Level | 20 dB |
| Manufacturer | Thermaltake |
| Model Number | CL-P052-AL12SW-A |
| Cooling Method | Thermisch |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Item model number | CL-P052-AL12SW-A |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Product Dimensions | 3.94 x 3.94 x 3.94 inches |
| Date First Available | May 14, 2018 |
| Item DimensionsLxWxH | 3.94 x 3.94 x 3.94 inches |
| Power Connector Type | 4-Pin |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 1500 RPM |
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