Review: Corsair H170i Elite LCD

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Protocol

Big update of our test protocol since we proceed to a change of platform. First, we take temperature readings with a Ryzen 9 7900X coupled with an MSI X670E Carbon WiFi. The CPU is configured so that it consumes 100W, 150W and 200W. If it’s not the configuration that changes, our reading methods don’t change except the heating method. We then use the PowerMax software and launch a SSE type test on an unlimited duration.

Afterwards, other readings on LGA-1700 platform with Core i will be added to the protocol.

Corsair AIO protocole

For the purpose of the test, the H170i Elite LCD XT will be compared to other kits in 240mm, 280mm, 360mm and 420mm. Here is the list of AIOs in question:

  • H170i Elite Capellix (Corsair)
  • H170i Elite LCD XT (Corsair)
  • Liquid Freezer II 240 (Arctic)
  • Liquid Freezer II 280 (Arctic)
  • Liquid Freezer II 420 (Arctic)
  • Ryuo III 240 (Asus)
  • Ryuo III 360 (Asus)
  • Vida 240 Slim (Silverstone)