Stock CPU TemperaturesMeasuring temperatures is all about being consistent, therefore we make sure that the test is kept completely fair so that none of the coolers are at a disadvantage. We measure the CPU temperature using HWMonitor after a 15 minute idle period. We then measure the CPU temperature using HWMonitor after a 15 minute load period using Prime95 with the small FFTs setting.
The chart shows the delta CPU temperature (difference between ambient temperature and recorded CPU temperature). This way we can fairly compare each cooler without presenting any inaccuracies due to slight fluctuations in the ambient temperature or unfair results.
Here is an example of how to understand delta temperatures. “If the ambient (room) temperature is 25C and the recorded CPU temperature is 65C, the delta temperature is the CPU’s temperature rise above ambient temperature, therefore the delta temperature in this case would be 40C. If the ambient temperature is 23C and the recorded CPU Temperature is 80C, the delta temperature in this case would be 57C. Delta temperature = Recorded CPU temperature – Ambient temperature”
The V6GT makes a very promising start narrowly edging out the ThermoLab Trinity in the all important load temperature test.
love that CPU cooler looks amazing, great review too, I would love to get one of these they certainly keep those high TDP CPU's cool enough to overclock them a lot
I have one sitting on my desk. I am wondering how it compares to the Hydro H50 cooling since I went out and bought that for 40 bucks. The V6 just looks heavy as if it would break something.
@ Ryan. Thanks mate :). Ye, it is a very good performing cooler! The ability to keep my hotter than normal 2600k under 70c with 1.288v running through it is nothing to be sniffed at.@ jtheater. Keep an eye out for a review in the near future that may be able to answer your question ;)! At 939g it is a very heavy cooler, but CM made a good job of making a sturdy and secure mounting system.
great review, love the design, it seems some kind of mix between a supercar's engine and a motorbike petrol tank.
thanks man :cool:!i must say, that this thing looks even better in person! the matte black "engine cover" styling is truly unique and genius!