ID-COOLING
ID-COOLING SE-224-XTS CPU Cooler 4 Heatpipes CPU Air Cooler 120mm PWM Fan CPU Fan
Bottom line: The ID-COOLING SE-224-XTS CPU Cooler 4 Heatpipes CPU Air Cooler 120mm PWM: 4 direct-contact heat pipes push CPU heat straight into the 120mm fin stack; main trade-off: air tower tops out below 240mm AIO cooling for overclocked 13900K/7950X chips.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ 4 direct-contact heat pipes push CPU heat straight into the 120mm fin stack
- ✓ 120mm PWM fan hits 70CFM max airflow with automatic speed ramping
- ✓ 28.9dB(A) max noise keeps the tower quiet under sustained load
- ✓ Slanted heatsink clears tall RAM, even on mini-ITX boards
- ✓ Covers LGA1700/1200/115X plus AM4/AM5 in one bracket kit
Cons
- ✗ Air tower tops out below 240mm AIO cooling for overclocked 13900K/7950X chips
- ✗ 4 heat pipes trail 6-pipe rivals on high-wattage CPUs
- ✗ No RGB lighting on the fan or top plate
- ✗ Single-fan setup only; no second fan or clips included
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored ID-COOLING SE-224-XTS CPU Cooler 4 Heatpipes CPU Air Cooler 120mm… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro cpu coolers & fans category. ID-COOLING's retro cpu coolers & 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.
Common buyer scenarios for retro cpu coolers & 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
- 【Better Heat Dissipation】The CPU cooler comes with 4 heat pipes and 120mm PWM fan to make sure excellent heat transfer from CPU
- 【PWM Fan】The 120mm PWM fan delivers Low-Noise for automatic speed control and ultra-quiet operation for extreme CPU cooling performance. Max. Air Flow: 70CFM ; Noise Level: 28.9dB(A) Max
- 【RAM Compatibility】Non-interference with memory mounting even in mini-ITX motherboards due to the heatsink slant design
- 【4 Direct Contact Heat Pipes】4 direct contact heat pipes with exclusive direct contact Technology effectively provide excellent heat dissipation
- 【Compatibility】The CPU air cooler can work with Intel & AMD sockets like Intel LGA1700/1200/1150/1151/1155/1156 and AMD AM4/AM5
Full Specifications
| Brand | ID-COOLING |
|---|---|
| Model | SE-224-XTS |
| Voltage | 12 Volts |
| Wattage | 220 watts |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Noise Level | 28.9 Decibels |
| Part Number | SE-224-XTS |
| Cooling Method | Air |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Air Flow Capacity | 70 Cubic Feet Per Minute |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Included Components | Heatsink, Cooling Fan, Mounting Hardware |
| Power Connector Type | 4-Pin |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 1500 RPM |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 5.94"L x 2.95"W x 4.72"H |
| Full listing title | ID-COOLING SE-224-XTS CPU Cooler 4 Heatpipes CPU Air Cooler 120mm PWM Fan CPU Fan for Intel LGA1700/115X/1200; AMD AM4/AM5 |
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ID-COOLING SE-224-XTS CPU Cooler 4 Heatpipes CPU Air Cooler 120mm PWM Fan CPU Fan for Intel LGA1700/115X/1200; AMD AM4/AM5 is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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