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be quiet! Shadow Rock 3 White 190W TDP CPU Cooler | Intel-1700 1200 2066 1150 1151 1155 2011-3 Square ILM | AMD AM4 | Black | BK005
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be quiet! Shadow Rock 3 White 190W TDP CPU Cooler

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Bottom line: The be quiet! Shadow Rock 3 White 190W TDP CPU Cooler: 190W TDP from five 6mm nickel-plated copper HDT heat pipes; main trade-off: 190W TDP trails 280mm+ AIO liquid for heavy HEDT overclocks.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 190W TDP from five 6mm nickel-plated copper HDT heat pipes
  • ✓ Just 24.4dB(A) at full speed via decoupled Shadow Wings 2 120mm PWM fan
  • ✓ Asymmetrical tower keeps all DIMM slots unobstructed
  • ✓ Wide socket support: Intel 1700/1200/2066/115x/2011-3, AMD AM4

Cons

  • ✗ 190W TDP trails 280mm+ AIO liquid for heavy HEDT overclocks
  • ✗ 163mm height too tall for many small-form-factor cases
  • ✗ Single-fan design; no second fan bundled for push-pull
  • ✗ Black/white brushed finish only, no RGB lighting

Manufacturer description

Model : Shadow Rock 3 WhiteOverall dimensions without mounting material :121 x 130 x 163(mm)TDP (W): 190Socket compatibility AMD :AM4 / AM3(+)Socket compatibility Intel:1200 / 2066 / 1150 / 1151 / 1155 / 2011(-3) Square ILMFan model : 1x Shadow Wings2 120mm PWM high-speedDecoupled fan mounting ✓Overall noise level (dB(A)) @ 50/75/100% (rpm) 11.5 / 17.5 / 24.4

SpecPicks Verdict

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Common buyer scenarios for cooling & fans 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 retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • POWERFUL COOLING: Delivers an impressive cooling performance of 190W TDP, facilitated by five 6mm high-performance nickel-plated copper heat pipes with HDT technology.
  • QUIET & EFFICIENT: Features a decoupled Shadow Wings 2 120mm PWM high-speed fan, emitting a mere 24.4dB(A) even at its peak speed.
  • MEMORY ACCESS: Asymmetrical build ensures unobstructed access to memory slots, topped with an elegant brushed aluminum bi-color surface for aesthetics.
  • FRIENDLY MOUNTING: Boasts an easily installable installation kit, allowing mounting from above for hassle-free setup.
  • German Design I German Engineering I German Quality I German Performance

Full Specifications

Brandbe quiet!
ModelBK005
Voltage12 volts
Wattage2.4 watts
MaterialCopper
Unit Count1 Count
Noise Level24.4 db
Part NumberBK005
MEMORY ACCESSAsymmetrical build ensures unobstructed access to memory slots, topped with an elegant brushed aluminum bi-color surface for aesthetics.
Material TypeCopper
Cooling MethodThermal
Item Type Namebe quiet! BK005 Shadow Rock 3 White, CPU cooler, 190W TDP, decoupled silent Shadow Wings2 120mm PWM high-speed fan, asymmetrical construction avoids blocking memory slots
Number of Items1
POWERFUL COOLINGDelivers an impressive cooling performance of 190W TDP, facilitated by five 6mm high-performance nickel-plated copper heat pipes with HDT technology.
Air Flow Capacity49.2 cfm
FRIENDLY MOUNTINGBoasts an easily installable installation kit, allowing mounting from above for hassle-free setup.
QUIET & EFFICIENTFeatures a decoupled Shadow Wings 2 120mm PWM high-speed fan, emitting a mere 24.4dB(A) even at its peak speed.
Compatible DevicesAM4 / AM3(+)
Included ComponentsCPU Cooler, Manual
Power Connector Type4-Pin
Full listing titlebe quiet! Shadow Rock 3 White 190W TDP CPU Cooler | Intel-1700 1200 2066 1150 1151 1155 2011-3 Square ILM | AMD AM4 | Black | BK005

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