A CPU Cooler is essential for any computer, allowing the CPU to release the heat it generates while working. CPU Coolers will sometimes be packaged with lower end CPUs, however for more intensive use, or for higher-end CPUs, these coolers are either insufficient or not provided. In which case, getting a dedicated CPU cooler will be absolutely necessary.
There are 2 primary styles of cooler in use today, air coolers (sometimes called “tower coolers’) and liquid coolers (sometimes called an “AIO” or “All-In-One”).
Air Coolers: As described, air coolers primarily cool via airflow, using fans to push air through a heatsink, cooling down the CPU. Air coolers are generally easier to install and easier to repair, but compared to liquid coolers, will often be louder and perform worse on high-end CPUs.
Liquid Coolers: Also known as AIOs, liquid coolers utilise a radiator to expel heat. This is done by pumping liquid through a loop from the CPU to a radiator mounted on the case, fans will then push air through the radiator, expelling the heat. These coolers will generally be much quieter, as they require less airflow to cool efficiently, and are on average much better at cooling than air coolers, making them essential for intensive use, or high end CPUs.
Ensuring Compatibility: It can be difficult to ensure that a CPU cooler will be compatible with a given system, especially since different factors will affect different styles of cooler, below are a few things to look out for:
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