The Zipang CPU Cooler gets right into the arena of the behemoth coolers. The Thermalright IFX14 was waiting for a worthy competitor and they just don't come any bigger than 14 centimeters.

Scythe's offering may not be as bulky, thanks to a more compact design and the absence of a second (not to mention a third) fan, but you won't be complaining if that means your mobo/case combination can house this cooler. Another factor in it's favour is the fact that Thermalright doesn't offer a single fan with the IFX14 (you can spend quite some money on up to four fans!), while the Zipang does bring a 139 x 139 x 25 mm fan that rotates at 1000 RPMs and keeps noise at 21 dBA. It moves a little bit more air than the 12 cm fan (51.82 CFM) at basically the same noise level. Measuring 145 x 148 x 112 mm it only weighs 815g (like the good old Ninja). Performance will be interesting to compare with all of the leading heatsinks.

The suggested retail price is $58.80 + VAT, which places it below the IFX14's price tag.

Link: Scythe.

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