At the time of this review the Thermaltake FrioOCK CPU Cooler sells for around $75 USD, not bad considering the performance and the fact that you get both fans in the deal. Advertised as an overclocking cooler, the FrioOCK did not disappoint and performed very well as we pushed our system clocks higher and higher. The removable fan cage is an awesome feature that once used feels like something you don’t want to do without ever again. The universal backing plate design is another great feature, no need to buy additional mounting hardware as you upgrade or change platforms! About the only problem we see with the Thermaltake FrioOCK is the potential issue of using it on a system with tall memory installed in the DIMM slot closest to the CPU, there might be clearance issues. There is the option of turning the cooler to a north/south configuration but that usually results in less than optimal performance.
Pros
- Removable outer casing
- Single knob for adjusting fan speeds
- 6 Heatpipes
- Universal backing plate design
- Great cooling under overclocked conditions
Cons
- Potential clearance issues with DIMM slot closest to CPU socket area
If you are in the market for a CPU cooler with a terrific design, the ability to handle CPU overclocking with ease and just plain looks great, then the Thermaltake FrioOCK is a must have item!
OverclockersTech is proud to award the Thermaltake FrioOCK 9/10 and the accompanying Gold Award.
Dino DeCesari (Lvcoyote)
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