Akasa AK-CC7129BP01 Low Profile CPU Cooler

Compact cases are becoming fashionable again thanks to HTPCs and Mini-ITX, as are small, efficient CPU coolers. Contrary to the general "Bigger-is-better" trend, the main requirement here is not to achieve maximum cooling performance. Instead, a small size and particularly a minimal height are sought after.

Following the principle of a round, top-blowing fan, the CC7129BP01 from Akasa is designed. The heatsink is mounted directly onto the processor. The fan blows directly onto the heatsink and the processor, rather than being arranged orthogonally as in many other CPU coolers.

Thus, the entire cooler, with a height of just 2.1 centimeters, is perfect for ultra-compact HTPC cases and mini PCs. A 74 mm fan is mounted on the heatsink. The fan is controllable thanks to PWM technology, with a speed range of 600 to 3,000 RPM. This generates a maximum of 30.75 dB(A) and moves up to 39.6 m³/h.

The CC7129BP01 from Akasa also provides cooling for the surrounding motherboard components due to its fan arrangement. Both the base and the fins of this low-profile CPU cooler are made of aluminum. Installation is done with push pins on Intel sockets 775, 1150, 1151, 1155, and 1156.

Technical details:

• Dimensions: 87.2 x 21 x 85.2 mm (W x H x D)
• Material: Aluminum
• Weight: 154 g
• Fan: 74 mm (30.75 dB(A), 600 - 3,000 RPM, max. 39.6 m³/h, 1.81 mmH2O)
• Connection: 4-Pin PWM
• Lifespan: approx. 50,000 hours
• Compatibility: Sockets 775, 1150, 1151, 1155, 1156.