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In our noise level tests we switched off all the case fans and replaced the AMD Radeon HD 7950 graphics card with a HD 5550 passive model so were just taking into account the noise generated by the cooler fans themselves.
We measured the noise level with a Digital Noise Level meter at a distance of 1 m from the front of the system.
All of the scores for the cooler are fairly impressive, however the numbers don't tell the whole story. When running the pump at 5V and 7V it was completely inaudible. However, increasing the voltage to 12V caused the pump to start whining loudly. We would certainly recommend running the pump at 7V as the temperatures are only slightly worse. The included fans are fairly quiet but those looking for a near silent system should consider upgrading with some high quality Noctua, BeQuiet! or Corsair fans.
wow you can get access to the liquid inside, thats a great idea. have to get me one of these.
Great looking CPU block, thats going to help with the flow big time. always a problem with those all in ones.
Wasn’t expecting this from cooler master but from corsair. excellent review. found it on amazon under the kitchen equipment? thats well listed.!
The D14 of the all in one world 🙂 – bit expensive for me, happy with my entry level corsair, but nice work from Cooler Master.
Well this is very nice. shame about the noise at 12v, but the results are excellent. great looking build quality. might have to get myself one of these down the line for testing.
I’m a bit curious though.
What would happen if you combine this kit with NP-F12/NP-F14 fans (NH-D14 fans, and yes, you can buy them seperately)
Wouldn’t it be an epic cooling system that embraces astounding acoustic and thermal performance?
with higher grade fans, yes the noise would reduce significantly under load.