“SAPPHIRE Technology is now shipping the very first CPU cooler. Designed for the enthusiast and based on the company’s award winning Vapor-X technology, the extremely efficient low-noise cooler features dual fans, a rating of 200 watts and a universal mounting for AMD or Intel CPU types.

In a similar configuration to its graphics cards, the vapour chamber is in direct contact with the CPU surface to accelerate the flow of heat away. The heat is then carried away by a multi-heatpipe array and cooling fins.
Final heat dispersion is achieved by two fans, each with aerofoil section blades designed for efficient airflow with low noise, similar to those used on the highly acclaimed SAPPHIRE Dual-X series of graphics cards. The Vapor-X solution results in a high cooling efficiency designed to cater for 200Watts, more than enough even for enthusiasts overclocking the latest CPU types. When operating with lower power requirements, fan speeds can be very low, keeping noise levels to a minimum.”

Source: Sapphire Vapor-X CPU Cooler

EVGA Stinger Z77 Features PDF

They say big things come in small packages. They are right. The EVGA Z77 Stinger has arrived and this board brings enthusiast features, overclocking and performance, to a mITX form factor. Features like native PCI-E 3.0, SATA 6G and USB 3.0 are included here, along with an Intel Gigabit Network controller, Mini DisplayPort, HDMI and more!

EVGA knows that power is critical for a performance board, no compromises were made because of the size. The EVGA Z77 mITX features 7+1 power phases, complete with POSCAP and Solid State capacitors delivering clean, stable power to your CPU for maximum over clocking support.

Don’t let the small size fool you, the EVGA Z77 Stinger has plenty of storage options. Native USB 3.0 support delivers super speed performance for next generation storage devices, and native SATA 6G enables maximum performance on the latest solid-state and mechanical storage drives.

Sources: EVGA Z77 Stinger Motherboard

HAF XB takes the famous High Air Flow series to a revolutionary new form factor with extreme cooling performance. The removable horizontal mainboard tray and large mesh top and front panels with two 120mm front fans create a powerful front to back airflow. Despite its compact rugged design, there is plenty of space for even the tallest high performance tower heatsinks, thick watercooling radiators and up to 3 of the longest high end graphics cards. Within seconds the side panels with their rigid carry handles and the top mesh panel can be removed, transforming the HAF XB into a Test bench with direct access to the hardware. The front panel features two USB 3.0 SuperSpeed ports as well as 2 SSD compatible X-dock slots for lightning fast data transfers.

• Direct front to back airflow over CPU and mainboard for extreme cooling performance.
• Supports 240mm radiators with extra clearance for thick performance radiators or push-pull fan configurations.
• Supports Tower CPU coolers with a height of up to 180mm and up to 334mm long high end graphics cards.
• Motherboard Tray can be removed to install, remove or swap components.
• The first Case that quickly and easily transforms into a Testbench – Ideal for Enthusiasts and Overclockers.
• Dual USB 3.0 SuperSpeed ports and X-Dock slots at the front panel for lightning fast plug-n-play I/O.
• Rigid carry handles on the side panels.

Source: Cooler Master HAF XB

Retailers: Amazon, NewEgg

Heatsink Specifications:
Dimension: Length 155mm x Width 106mm x Height 170mm (With both TY-141 installed)
Weight: 760g (excluding fan and mounting brackets)
Heatpipe: 6mm heatpipe*8 units
Copper Base: C1100 Pure copper nickel plated with mirror shine

Fan Dimension:
L151mm x H140mm x W26.5mm
Fan Weight : 140g
Fan Speed : 900~1300RPM (PWM)
Sound Level : 17~21dBA
Airflow : 28.3~74CFM

Special features:

Patented multiple support pressure vault bracket system, allow users adding pressure to the bracket system (40~70 lbs.),and have a more efficient and secure mounting.

Armor style heatsink fin array, with mirrored copper base, elevates heatsinks overall quality.

Optimized for high TDP of Next generation Intel Sandy Bridge-E (LGA2011) sockets.

Large heatsink fin array provides dissipating area of up to 150*125mm, making complete use of the airflow, with 150mm 140mm or 120mm fan.

With the max width of 55mm (heatsink only), tall memory heat spreaders are avoided.

Eight 6mm sintered heatpipe design, all heatpipes are nickel plated, to slow the oxidation deterioration to the heatpipe, to ensure longer usage and performance of the heatsink for the CPU.

Universal bracket system, allow users to mount to both Intel and AMD platforms (2011/1156/1155/1366/775/939/AM2/AM2+/AM3/AM3+/FM1).

Includes Two Thermalright TY-141 PWM fan, Ultra low noise at 21 dBA at max rpm (50cm testing distance).

The Archon package includes a tube of CF III Thermal paste, to provide the best combination for use with Archon.

Source: Thermalright Archon SB-E X2

Corsair H60

Corsair H55

“The Hydro Series H50 and H60 have a hard-won reputation for delivering effective, reliable, and quiet CPU cooling,” said Thi La, Senior VP & GM of Memory and Enthusiast Component Products at Corsair. “These new and improved versions demonstrate Corsair’s commitment to providing our customers with the latest and best integrated liquid cooling technology.”

In addition to the new cold plate and manifold design, the Hydro Series H60 also utilizes larger diameter tubing, which increases the coolant flow rate and performance. The new composite rubber tubing makes installation easier, but retains the low-evaporation rates of the older, more rigid tubing, guaranteeing a long lifetime. The Hydro Series H60 also introduces a new magnetic mounting bracket, which makes it simple to select the correct motherboard socket format.

H60 Includes Fan Based on Award Winning Air Series SP120

A high-quality fan designed specifically to move air through the fins of a liquid cooling radiator is an essential part of any liquid cooling system. The new H60 includes a 120 mm fan based on the award-winning Air Series SP120. This utilizes a motor that has been specially tuned for high torque, ensuring outstanding static pressure, and consistently high performance at low noise levels.

The Hydro Series H55 is designed to provide a simple and effective upgrade from a basic CPU air cooler. The 4th generation cold plate design, and high static-pressure, low noise 120 mm fan provides great performance, while the tool-free mounting bracket and low-permeability rubber tubing makes installation simple.

Both the Hydro Series H55 and Hydro Series H60 CPU coolers are compatible with most cases that feature a rear 120 mm fan mount. Both support motherboards based on the Intel LGA115x/1366/2011, and AMD AM2/AM3/FM1 sockets, and are backed by a five year limited warranty.

Source: Corsair H60, Corsair H55

Slim 12 UV

Slim 12 PL

Engineers at GELID Solutions go slim and have created two slim profile fans (120x120x15.8mm) with surprisingly high cooling performance.

The “Slim 12 UV Blue” fan comes with an UV reactive blue impeller and has a fixed rpm speed of 1500. The “Slim 12 PL Blue” also comes with a blue impeller but includes a high-quality PWM control for a rpm range of 900-1600. Additionally the “Slim 12 PL Blue” includes 4 blue LED lights and an on/off switch mounted on the frame of the fan. Although both fans generate high air flow, they are very silent. The “Slim 12 UV Blue” has a start voltage of only 5 volts and 7 volts for “Slim 12 PL Blue” to start. The “Slim 12 UV Blue” has a 5-year supplier warranty and because of the LED lights the “Slim 12 PL Blue” has a 3-year warranty.

Both fans are RoHS and WEEE conform.

“The trend is to go slim. We have tried to combine slim design with high performance and we have
achieved more than we have expected”, said VC Tran, Marketing Director of GELID Solutions Ltd.

Source: GELID Slim 12 UV Blue , GELID Slim 12 PL Blue

Explosive Power

The Bolt packs massive gaming power into an incredibly slim and sleek package. With Bolt, Digital Storm has taken all the features that gamer’s lust after and fit them into an ultra-portable design that’s not much bigger than your average gaming console. From quad core overclocked CPUs to high end video cards, Bolt has everything you need to lay waste to even the most demanding games.

An Unfair Advantage

The Bolt houses turbocharged hardware that blurs the rules of fairness. Stocked with a powerful NVIDIA graphics card, plentiful memory, an overclocked Intel quad core CPU, and bottomless storage, the Bolt is the “WMD” you’ve been wanting to add to your arsenal. Offering amped up frame rates that make game-play brilliantly intensive and silky-smooth. Ensuring that frustrating lag doesn’t follow you onto the battlefield.

Future-Proof

Out of the box the Bolt will conquer any game, but in time you may want to upgrade your arsenal. Nothing is worse than spending good money on a PC that becomes obsolete due to a lack of upgradeability. With the Bolt, keeping your system at the bleeding edge is simple. With a mighty power supply, room for large video cards and additional drives, your investment can stay on the bleeding edge for years to come.

Incomparable Value

With an incredibly powerful line-up of hardware inside, the Bolt focuses on dominating your game-play and not your bank account. Starting at $999, the Bolt allows gamers to not only get a bleeding edge system that plays the latest games, but to have money left over to actually buy those games. The Bolt’s value also gives gamers the peace of mind that they can look down the road to being able to afford future upgrades.

Source : Digital Storm Bolt

 Update: Microsofts starting model the 32GB without Touch Cover for $499 is now delayed to ship in 3 weeks.

Source: Microsoft Surface

Other features include switchable 6KRO and NKRO over USB, keyboard and media controls in F keys, and a braided detachable cable. Here is what Cooler Master has to say about their latest offering along with a direct link to their product page…

“You’re a gamer. You know that a mechanical keyboard means the difference between winning and losing. The original QuickFire Rapid gaming keyboard was embraced by gamers worldwide because it made the difference. Now the QuickFire TK takes the QuickFire Rapid and put it on steroids! Choose between 3 different Cherry MX switches. Each keycap is UV coated to make it durable. There’s full LED backlighting with 3 modes and 5 brightness levels. NKRO over USB means every single keystroke will be registered. An embedded steel plate give you maximum stability and durability. 7 easy-access multimedia shortcut keys save time. A complete numpad lets you get work done while not gaming. The slim and lightweight size gives you plenty of room for your mouse. Great for LAN parties.”

 Source : CM Storm QuickFire TK

Source: AllBenchmark