Review: Deepcool Gamer Storm Lucifer

Final Thoughts and Rating

Picking out the right CPU cooler for your next PC build can be a tricky decision. There is a huge amount of choice, you need to consider whether you want air or liquid, and pricing can range from as little as £10 to well over £100.

Noctua and Corsair are the two we routinely turn to for our air- and liquid-cooled needs, but the more savvy builders among us will rightly argue that today's high-end CPU coolers are missing the point with lofty price tags that have a real impact on system-wide budget. Sure, premium options such as the Hydro Series H110 do a great job, but the cooler alone costs more than a latest-generation Core i3 processor.

Balancing the playing field as a more affordable option, Deepcool's Gamer Storm Lucifer arrives on the scene as the Dacia of CPU coolers and is a welcome addition to a crowded market. Favouring function over frivolity and marketed with a straightforward £28.99 price tag, this giant cooler offers a lot of performance potential for an agreeable fee. The sheer size of the heatsink may prove problematic in less-spacious builds, and the colour scheme is an acquired taste, but if you need maximum air-cooled performance at a minimal cost, you'll do well to best the Deepcool Lucifer.

The Good

Costs less than £30
Very good cooling performance
Bundled 140mm PWM fan
Scope for push/pull configuration
Keeps noise levels in check

The Bad

May obstruct a memory slot or two
Not the prettiest CPU cooler

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Deepcool Gamer Storm Lucifer

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The Deepcool Gamer Storm Lucifer CPU cooler is available to purchase from Overclockers UK.

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