SCYTHE

SCYTHE Big Shuriken 4 Low Profile CPU Cooler

Name: SCYTHE Big Shuriken 4 Low Profile CPU Cooler, 4.7" x 4.8" x 2.6", 12V, 200W, 31.78dB, Compatible with Desktop, Laptop, Server, Other Electronic
Brand: SCYTHE
SKU: B0FJS27CNM

Bottom line: The SCYTHE Big Shuriken 4 Low Profile CPU Cooler: 67mm low-profile height fits compact Mini-ITX builds; main trade-off: 31.78dB fan is audible under sustained full load.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ 67mm low-profile height fits compact Mini-ITX builds
✓ 6 heat pipes cool faster than the older Shuriken 3
✓ Rated to handle up to 200W TDP
✓ Supports current Intel LGA 1851 and AMD AM5 sockets

Cons

✗ 31.78dB fan is audible under sustained full load
✗ 67mm height still too tall for ultra-slim HTPC cases
✗ Single-fan design with no redundancy if it fails
✗ 200W ceiling limits heavily overclocked flagship chips

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored SCYTHE Big Shuriken 4 Low Profile CPU Cooler using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro cpu coolers & fans category. SCYTHE'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

Intel LGA 1851 and AMD AM5 support.
67mm High, 4.7" x 4.8" x 2.6", the fan size
Compactive low profile cooler with Mini-ITX PC on the market
6 heat pipes, cooling faster than Shuriken 3
Reviewer coment the silence and good value more than Shuriken 3

Full Specifications

Brand	SCYTHE
Model	SCBSK-4000
Voltage	12 Volts (AC)
Wattage	1.92 watts
Material	Aluminum
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Noise Level	31.78 Decibels
Part Number	SCBSK-4000
Compatibility	PC
Material Type	Aluminum
Cooling Method	forced air
Number of Items	1
Air Flow Capacity	51.98 Cubic Feet Per Minute
Compatible Devices	Desktop, Laptop
Included Components	Cooler and Fan
Power Connector Type	4-Pin
Maximum Rotational Speed	1900 RPM
Item Dimensions L x W x H	4.8"L x 2.63"W x 4.72"H
Full listing title	SCYTHE Big Shuriken 4 Low Profile CPU Cooler, 4.7" x 4.8" x 2.6", 12V, 200W, 31.78dB, Compatible with Desktop, Laptop, Server, Other Electronic Devices

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