Cooler Master is obviously present at CES and the brand is coming with a number of new products. Indeed, we find several new products including cases, CPU coolers, AIOs, and fans. Among the cases, the brand is focusing on the high end with the Cosmos Alpha and Panorama models. On the AIO side, modularity is key with interchangeable caps, while the brand is moving into 30 mm thick fans.
Cooler Master, new products at CES!
The Cosmos Alpha:
In terms of cases, we start with the Cosmos Alpha, a new high-end benchmark. This large model features a modular motherboard tray with adjustable depth. It offers enormous compatibility withwater cooling radiators and makes no compromises when it comes to accommodating components. Although the case has been around for a while, Cooler Master is now offering a gold version!
The MasterFrame 360:
With the Panorama, the brand’s goal is to highlight a display space at the front of the case. This space allows you to display your favorite figurine at the front of yourPC. There are several versions of the Panorama model, including one where the display area is simply surrounded by tempered glass. The Stage Mirror version has a large mirror behind the figurine display area, offering wider viewing angles. Finally, the Stage LCD features a large screen to create scenes related to your figurine.
In all cases, the case features a 360 mm radiator mount and compatibility with twelve fans. Finally, there are no compatibility limitations with components.
30 mm thick fans!
Cooler Master also offers thick fans designed to maximize performance. Several versions are available, including the MasterFan A series, which features an all-aluminum construction, blade, and frame. The set includes a “low-speed” version that will only run at up to 2500 rpm, generating an airflow of 76.9 CFM and a pressure of 6.1 mmH2O. The FC version pushes these values even further with a maximum speed of 4000 rpm, an airflow of 121.73 CFM, and a pressure of 13.15 mmH2O!
But a more reasonable version is available with the MasterFan M120. In terms of construction, we find LCP on the blades and frame. Its maximum speed drops to 2300 rpm and the airflow and pressure are lower… Still, the respective values are 75.2 CFM and 5.4 mmH2O.
MasterLiquid Core Nex (Digital): a little bit of AIO…
On theAIO side, the brand is promoting its MasterLiquid Core NEX series. This series comes with 240 and 360 mm radiators. Its unique feature is that it has a removable pump cover that can be interchanged with the Flex Kit. Basically, these are alternative covers equipped with either a fan, an LCD screen, or a customizable RGB LED grid. The series features a proprietary pump coupled with RGB fans.
Cooler Master also offers a Digital version that comes with an LCD screen as standard. The purpose of this screen is well known: tomonitor the temperature, frequency, etc. of your hardware.
Cooler!
Finally, when it comes to CPU coolers, there’s also plenty to choose from. The brand is exhibiting dual tower models that are rather… powerful, such as the V8 ACE, which is based on the design of a car engine. The top cover is also very ambiguous, with top caps reminiscent of the cylinder head covers found under a car hood. In addition, it benefits from 3DHP technology.
In contrast, the Hyper 812 is more traditional with standard heat pipes. In fact, it has a different style with a more discreet overall design and a smooth cover. It is also a dual tower model that features LCP-based fans.
The Hyper 622 is also a dual-tower heatsink, but it only has six heat pipes compared to eight for the 812. The finish, although neat, is more conventional. Meanwhile, the Hyper 212 Lite has four heat pipes in direct contact with a single fan.
