be quiet! be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 5 CPU Cooler

If you are looking to cool a 5900x for AMD look no further as this has a 200w TPD and does the job well keeping temps inline for long gaming sessions. Not that loud compared to a lot of others i have had and reviewed online. Solid build quality and looks awesome inside any case it might go into. Another quality product from Be Quiet. Keep up the good work as it does show when you look at this beast. Very happy and satisfied with purchase and if i need another or build a pc for someone else will be the go to, no question asked. Good Job Be Quiet. Keep it up.

The be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 4 250W TDP CPU Cooler is a powerhouse cooling solution that combines exceptional performance with whisper-quiet operation. Here’s a detailed review of its features:

Performance:
With a remarkable cooling capacity of up to 250W TDP, the Dark Rock Pro 4 is designed to tackle even the most demanding thermal loads with ease. Whether you’re pushing your CPU to its limits with overclocking or running intensive applications, this cooler ensures optimal heat dissipation, keeping temperatures in check for optimal performance.

Silent Operation:
True to its name, the Dark Rock Pro 4 is engineered for silent operation, thanks to its dual Silent Wings PWM fans and advanced cooling design. These fans feature a fluid-dynamic bearing and airflow-optimized blades, allowing them to move air quietly and efficiently. The result is a cooling solution that keeps your CPU cool without generating excessive noise, even under heavy loads.

Compatibility:
Versatility is another hallmark of the Dark Rock Pro 4. Compatible with both Intel and AMD sockets, including Intel 1700, 1200, 2066, 1150, 1151, 1155, 2011 Square ILM, as well as AMD4 and AMD5 sockets, this cooler offers broad compatibility with a wide range of modern CPU platforms. The sleek black design and square ILM mounting ensure a secure and stylish fit on your motherboard.

Build Quality:
Constructed from high-quality materials and precision engineering, the Dark Rock Pro 4 exudes durability and reliability. The nickel-plated heat pipes and aluminum fins provide excellent heat conductivity and dissipation, while the brushed aluminum top cover adds a touch of elegance to your PC build. The included black fan clips and mounting hardware ensure easy installation and a clean aesthetic.

Overall, the be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 4 250W TDP CPU Cooler is a top-tier cooling solution that delivers exceptional performance, silent operation, and broad compatibility. Whether you’re a hardcore gamer, content creator, or enthusiast PC builder, this cooler offers the perfect blend of cooling power and quietness to keep your system running smoothly and efficiently.

This is probably the best air cooler you can get for money!

I rebuilt my son’s system from an AIO to this cooler because of issues the AIO had. I have the Threadripper version in my workstation and knew what I was getting into. A little anecdote: My son’s PC case was starved for fresh air due to stupid design choices. I remedied this with a MashifyC from Fractal Design. When a software issue arose (bloatware from the Mainboard), we felt the glass was hot right about the cooler. Perplexed, I wondered how the chassis could heat up despite the great airflow design. I opened the chassis and it was cool inside. This is when I realized the CPU cooler is so good ( and large) that it even transferred heat to the glass 1/2 in away!

Pros:
– Best air CPU cooler you can get
– no LED shenanigans
– Massive fin stacks and many heat pipes
– low noise fans
– pretty
– highly precisely machined copper heat conductor – works well with liquid metal instead of thermal paste
– a cool screwdriver is included

Cons:
– If you never built a PC, you may want to look for a cooler that’s easier to install. I build my own rigs since almost 3 decades – I did not mind, but your mileage may vary
– Massive – you need a good quality Mainboard to not flex under the weight
– no LED for those who look for those looks – and it will block some RAM slots from sight if you have that as LED
– Some larger RAM modules will not work with this one
– Some PC cases may be too slim to work with this one

Hints and recommendations:
– Check clearances so that it fits into your chassis and does not interfere with high RAM. The RAM does not need to be low profile, but some really large RAM modules – especially with LED may interfere – and LED would get covered up
– Do not transport your tower upright with the cooler hanging like this on the Mainboard’s side – lay it down so the Mainboard is on the bottom instead
– the frontal cooler is somewhat finicky to install when RAM interferes to some degree – and this will increase the overall height, thus chassis room needed. The Fractal Design MashifyC DOES work with RAM that requires a shifted front fan on this cooler. I had to do this and it works perfectly.

Last thoughts:
Now, I knew all the Cons of this cooler going into this upgrade. I did choose cooler capacity over RGB loos my son would have chosen and I ordered RGB fans for his PC for the case to make up for it. I know from experience, this cooler will beat many others I’ve seen and I do understand why it is so hard to install: It’s a trade-off for its size. The choice BeQuiet! had was to either use the space they have to work with to put more cooling it or to make it easier to install, but not both. They chose what is important and its primary purpose: Cooling!

Would I buy it again? Absolutely! Actually, I am currently running the stock Wraith on my secondary system and will probably replace it with another one of these ones. It looks beefy, is beefy, and has a beefy cooling capacity.