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Alphacool ES RTX 4000 Ada Gen 1-Slot GPU Water Block
Bottom line: The Alphacool ES RTX 4000 Ada Gen 1-Slot GPU Water Block is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the cooling & fans category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Compatibility: Nvidia RTX 4000 Ada Generation, 20GB GDDR6
- ✓ Backed by Alphacool's warranty and support channels
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated
Manufacturer description
The Alphacool ES RTX 4000 Ada Ge. GPU cooler was developed for the Enterprise Series, but not only impresses with its improved cooling performance and compact design, but also with its matte carbon look. Connections on the back? By using a thin and extremely stable carbon plate, this could be designed as a single slot cooler without having to make any compromises on the copper block. In combination with the connections placed at the back, several coolers can be easily stacked on top of each other. Copper or aluminum? High-quality copper is used for all water-carrying parts, which offers…
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Alphacool ES RTX 4000 Ada Gen 1-Slot GPU Water Block 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.
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
- The Alphacool ES Carbon water cooler with backplate was developed for the Alphacool Enterprise Series
- High-quality copper is used for all water-carrying parts, which offers almost twice the thermal conductivity compared to aluminum
- By using a thin and extremely stable carbon plate, this could be designed as a single slot cooler without having to make any compromises on the copper block
- Compatibility: Nvidia RTX 4000 Ada Generation, 20GB GDDR6
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 241.25 x 96.70 x 17.50mm
Full Specifications
| Brand | Alphacool |
|---|---|
| Model | 14596 |
| Material | Copper |
| Dimensions | 241.25 x 96.70 x 17.50mm |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Part Number | 1025627 |
| Compatibility | Nvidia RTX 4000 Ada Generation, 20GB GDDR6 |
| Material Type | Copper |
| Cooling Method | Water |
| Item Highlight | Copper Base, Chrome-Plated, Carbon Plate, Rear Ports, 241.25×96.7×17.5mm, Apex Thermal Compound and Pads Included |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Compatible Devices | Graphic Cards |
| Included Components | 1x ES RTX 4000 Ada Gen. 1-Slot GPU-Cooler |
| Power Connector Type | 3-Pin |
| Warranty Description | One year manufacturer |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 241.25 x 96.70 x 17.50mm |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 9.5"L x 3.81"W x 0.69"H |
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