PERFORMANCE
Test Setup
Processor: Intel Core i7 3770K
Motherboard: Gigabyte G1.Sniper M3
Memory: Kingston HyperX Predator DDR3-2400
Storage: Kingston HyperX SSD 120GB
PSU: Seasonic X-760W
Cooling: Corsair H100 (Max)
Case: CoolerMaster HAF922
Monitor: LG E2350V
VGA: ASUS ROG Matrix HD7970 Platinum
Installation
Setting up the Seidon 120M is pretty straightforward. Just attach the provided mounting brackets on the pump head according to your socket type and attach the backplate as indicated in the manual. You will need to screw in the brackets so tools are needed. The radiator is then attached to an available 120mm exhaust slot in your case, typically the rear. One thing that came up during installation is that the provided fan comes in contact with the grills when used in pull configuration. Those wanting to go this configuration might want to take note of this. So unless you’re going to mount the Seidon in an intake vent, you’d best stick to the rear exhaust slot and set it up for push/exhaust duties.
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The Seidon is tested inside a closed case. The system is allowed to idle for 30-minutes before temperatures are taken and is loaded using Prime95 blend test for another 30 minutes before load temps are taken. Peak temps are provided in the charts that follow. Room temperature hovers around 25-26*C.
We felt a bit sorry for the Seidon 120M, having to put it up against the likes of the RASA and Phanteks but seeing the numbers really shown us that this baby can really do some cooling work. Do note that these are practically unreal loads and your PC will never see these kinds of temps if you just game or browse daily but when push comes to shove, the potential is there to handle far greater loads showing that CoolerMaster’s design won’t back down.
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Looks like a really nice water cooler.Â