ID-COOLING

ID-COOLING IS-40-XT Black

Name: ID-COOLING IS-40-XT Black - 47mm Height Low Profile CPU Cooler, 4 Direct-Contact Heat Pipes Air Cooler for HTPCs, ITX, and Small Form Factor Builds
Brand: ID-COOLING
SKU: B0CY274JWV

Bottom line: The ID-COOLING IS-40-XT Black: 47mm total height clears most HTPC, ITX and SFF chassis; main trade-off: 46CFM max airflow limits it to modest TDP chips.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ 47mm total height clears most HTPC, ITX and SFF chassis
✓ 92x92x15mm slim fan keeps DIMM slots clear on Mini-ITX boards
✓ PWM control spans 800+/-200 to 2800RPM for quiet idle
✓ Covers Intel LGA1700/1200/115x and AMD AM5/AM4 from one kit

Cons

✗ 46CFM max airflow limits it to modest TDP chips
✗ 2800RPM ceiling gets audible when the fan ramps up
✗ 92mm slim fan is a nonstandard size if you want to swap it
✗ All-black finish only, no RGB or lighting header

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored ID-COOLING IS-40-XT Black 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 low-profile CPU cooler comes with 4 heat pipes and a 92mm PWM fan to make sure excellent heat transfer from the CPU.
【Low-profile Design】Ultra-compact low-profile cooler with only 47mm total height – ideal for HTPCs, ITX, and Small Form Factor builds
【PWM Fan】The 92mm PWM fan delivers Low-Noise for automatic speed control and ultra-quiet operation for extreme CPU cooling performance. Fan Speed: 800±200-2800RPM±10%(PWM) | Max. Air Flow: 46CFM
【RAM Compatibility】The small-size CPU cooler design provides excellent memory compatibility even in Mini-ITX motherboards.
【All-black Design】Signature cooling performance in all-black looks.
【Compatibility】The cooler can work with Intel LGA1700/1200/1151/1150/1155/1156 and AMD AM5/AM4 sockets.

Full Specifications

Brand	ID-COOLING
Model	IS-40-XT BLACK
Voltage	12 Volts (DC)
Wattage	95 watts
Material	Aluminum, Copper, Plastic, or Nylon
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Noise Level	35.2 Decibels
Part Number	IS-40-XT BLACK
Material Type	Aluminum, Copper, Plastic, or Nylon
Cooling Method	Air
Number of Items	1
Air Flow Capacity	46 Cubic Feet Per Minute
Compatible Devices	Desktop
Included Components	heatsink, cooling fan, mounting hardware
Power Connector Type	4-Pin
Maximum Rotational Speed	2800 RPM
Item Dimensions L x W x H	3.62"L x 0.59"W x 3.62"H
Full listing title	ID-COOLING IS-40-XT Black - 47mm Height Low Profile CPU Cooler, 4 Direct-Contact Heat Pipes Air Cooler for HTPCs, ITX, and Small Form Factor Builds, 92×92×15mm Slim Fan, Support Intel & AMD Socket

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ID-COOLING IS-40-XT Black - 47mm Height Low Profile CPU Cooler, 4 Direct-Contact Heat Pipes Air Cooler for HTPCs, ITX, and Small Form Factor Builds, 92×92×15mm Slim Fan, Support Intel & AMD Socket 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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