Date: October 20th, 2006
Article by: Joe Anderson (Hardware Reviewer)
Edited by: Nathan Glentworth (Owner / Head Editor)
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CONCLUSIONS AND AFTERTHOUGHTS
Their new CNPS9700 LED cooler is the real deal. It's got performance, even easier installation and virtually universal compatibility. With outstanding fit and finish, a big aggressive presence and the blue LED fan, it also has great looks and would be an excellent upgrade for the stock cooler. The design could result in lower case temperatures as well, providing there's an exhaust fan in the vicinity. Overclockers can have some fun with this cooler, and in silent mode, the quiet computing crowd will be very happy as well. I'm very impressed with this cooler and can recommend it highly. At around $70 US, the 9700 isn't the cheapest cooler out there, but it's one of the best.
When you consider that it's little brother can be had for $20 less, I'm a bit hard-pressed to call it a good value just now, but if the price should drop by 10% or so, it would be a very good buy. Zalman's CNPS9700 LED is a great cooler and the improved AMD mounting solution is a welcome addition. If the Gypsy woman sees a new CPU cooler in your future, don't overlook the Zalman CNPS9700 LED. Oh, and Mr. Bones gives it two thumbs up. ‘Nuf said.
Pros:
- Excellent performance
- It's big(ger)!
- Great looks
- Blue LED 110mm fan
- Quiet to silent operation via included Fan Mate 2
- Easy installation
- Simplified AMD installation
- Extremely wide compatibility
- Good manual and online support
- Availability
Cons:
- Expensive
- It's really big!
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