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Antec packages the Kuhler H2O 620 in a dark, mid-sized box with the front of the packaging showing a an artwork of the image. Two things worth noting in this box shot. First is the more noticeable LGA2011 support label on the lower corner which should tell you immediately you’re getting the more recent version of the product. Secondly, if you pay attention in the direction of the arrow in the center of the image, you’ll notice it depicts the fan at a pull configuration. Aside from that, we get a clean packaging with feature highlights in the back and a performance graph on the sides.
If you look closely you’ll notice our manual is for the Antec H2O 920, no big deal right there. As for installation procedure, the only variation is the number of fans the higher model 920 has. Going back to what we have inside the box we have the main unit, a 120mm fan and the parts for the retention mechanism. The manual gives a detailed description on how to install the unit. Both latest Intel and AMD sockets are supported each having their own back-plate.
The entire unit is powered off a CPU fan header and users have the option of plugging the fan directly into the provided fan connector or an available fan header on the motherboard.
The Antec Kuhler H2O 620 uses a thin radiator and a low profile pump-head tailored for entry to mid-range users intending it for average, daily use that probably won’t see much overclocking.
Here is the Antec Kuhler H2O 620 side by side with it’s older brother, the Intel RTS2011LC which also comes from Asetek and is designed to handle the Sandy Bridge-E platform. Intel’s variation uses a slightly thicker radiator and larger pump-head along with a different fan.
More side by side comparison of the Antec and Intel coolers.
Here’s the Kuhler H20 620 installed in our test system.