The Alphacool Eisbaer 240 is an exciting addition to the liquid cooling scene.
When used conventionally, it offers good – if not the best – performance when cooling a CPU. It is also relatively quiet under load, while the pump has the option of running at 12V or 7V.
Using the Eisbaer as a conventional AIO misses the point, though. That is because Alphacool have included quick-disconnect fittings to the hosing, allowing users to add other components to the loop with ease. If you check back to the second page of this review, you can see this in practice with a GPU block added to the loop.
This gives the Eisbaer some much-needed versatility. It also acts as a good starting point if you are thinking of going for a custom water loop but aren't sure where to start.
So, if that is you, and you do not mind the bland visuals, the Eisbaer 240 is a good option.
However, if you are just after the best cooling performance and do not want to expand your AIO down the line – the Arctic Liquid Freezer 240 proves itself as a tough competitor by offering exceptional performance at a lower cost.
You can buy the Alphacool Eisbaer 240 for around £100 from WatercoolingUK HERE and AquaTuning HERE.
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Pros
- Expandable.
- Eiswind fans are quiet.
- Pump can run at 12V or 7V.
Cons
- Subjectively bland visuals.
- Quick-disconnect fittings could clash with a PC's colour scheme.
KitGuru says: If you are looking for an easier entry point to the world of custom water loops, the Alphacool Eisbaer is a good place to start.
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