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Review: LGA 775 CPU Cooler Mega Test

by Matt Davey on 1 June 2007, 14:45

Tags: Gigabyte (TPE:2376), Thermalright, Zaward, Intel (NASDAQ:INTC), Zalman (090120.KQ), Akasa, Cooler Master, Thermaltake (3540.TWO), OCZ (NASDAQ:OCZ), Scythe, SilverstoneTek, Arctic, Tuniq, Noctua, TITAN Technology

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--- Appearance, Specification and Compatibility

Appearance

At 640g, the Zaward is no lightweight but heavier only than the Intel stock cooler and seven third-party coolers. With dimensions of 97(h) x 134(w) x 126(d) mm, it's reasonably compact, too.



Although the fin assembly is supported only by three 8mm heat-pipes, the whole thing feels pretty solid, with very little flex. Our sample, though, did point slightly downwards. The base of the cooler is a bit unusual, too, being topped by a small sink for additional heat dissipation.



Right up top, the main heat-sink is a ‘tribal-style’ job with 66 fins and has space for two 120mm fans – one above and one below. As standard, though, the Square ships with only one fan and that's how we tested it. A nice touch, is that screws for a second fan are included in-pack.



The Zaward Square also comes with a fan-controller, together with a breakout plate for optional rear mounting.

Specification

Cooler Specifications
Specifications - Zaward Square
Composition Copper, Aluminium
Weight 640g
Dimensions (H x W x D) 97mm x 134mm x 126mm
# of Fans included 1 Fan, 120mm
Fan Controller? Yes, option to mount in break out plate too
Thermal Paste? Yes, small syringe

Compatibility

The Zaward Square is compatible with five of the following six socket formats:


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