And it’s fair to say that the presentation of this Optimus AMD Signature V3 waterblock is off to a great start, since the brand’s first words are: “The best AMD AM5 CPU block ever created”! Optimus is an American brand that has been offering components for your high-end liquid cooling loop for several years now. We had a chance to talk to one of the brand’s managers, who told us he would like to see these products distributed in Europe, perhaps via Caseking. In the lab, we have a copy of the Intel Foundation version, as well as the previous version for the AMD socket, with the Foundation model.
Optimus AMD Signature V3 waterblock:
This new Signature V3 waterblock boasts a more imposing design than the previous version, thanks in particular to the choice of a one-piece brass structure. Optimus has also announced temperature gains of up to 12°C over competing blocks. It can be used on socket AM4 as well as AM5, whether your processor is delid or not.
The Optimus Signature V3 benefits from a new internal structure machined in 2 pieces. The idea is to achieve a higher flow rate with less restriction than the previous generation. It also features a new cold plate whose surface area has been increased by 25%. This is available in two finishes: raw copper or nickel Pro-XE if you intend to use liquid metal. The internal fins are 0.1016 mm wide, with 0.2032 mm microchannels!
Finally, this Optimus AMD Signature V3 waterblock is available for pre-order at $249 with a copper base and $269 for the nickel finish. The warranty is still 10 years, and the bundle includes KingPiN KPX thermal paste. The first shipments are due to start at the end of September.
