Corsair knows its customer. High quality build, easy installation (made easier with pre-applied paste!), package includes a quality long Philips screwdriver needed for the install and some extra thermal paste. As you can see with other reviews, the only drawback is its size – it may not fit all cases – so buyer beware. I put this into a Corsair 4000D with no issues and with room against the tempered glass to spare.
The cooler fans slide off and adjust easily should you need extra space against RAM sticks (see photos.) In theory, you could pimp this out by replacing the non-RGB fans (ML120's) with its RGB variants from Corsair. But you don't need to.
Otherwise, the A500 is an amazing replacement for a stock air cooler that comes with an Intel or AMD chip, and for those who want to stay away from water cooled solutions. Easy to install and nothing to maintain other than staying on top of dust, which is easy to do since the fans slide off.
Keeps idle temps on an i7-10700 below 30C. On high loads, ceiling is 68C, which is a huge improvement over the 80C I was getting with an Intel stock cooler.
| Product Dimensions | 6.81"L x 5.65"W x 6.64"H |
|---|---|
| Brand | Corsair |
| Voltage | 12 Volts |
| Wattage | 250 watts |
| Cooling Method | Fan |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Noise Level | 36 dB |
| Material | Aluminum, Copper |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 2400 RPM |
| Item model number | CT-9010003-WW |
| Item Weight | 3.3 pounds |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 6.81 x 5.65 x 6.64 inches |
| Color | Standard |
| Manufacturer | Corsair |
| ASIN | B0829SLJSF |
| Date First Available | December 13, 2019 |
