Zalman ZM80C-HP Noiseless VGA Heatpipe Cooler

[Glavinsolo]

Who has one of these?

Does it fit X800 cards?

Is it better than the R420 arctic silencer?

Thanks for the opinions

 

[Auric]

I have one on my "9700". There is also a "D" model with seperate memory heatsinks included as well. How could it not be better than something that requires a fan? It works without one and if you want to supercool it then add one. Better yet, install a switch as well for the best of both worlds.

 

[boshuter]

I just installed the "D" version on my X800pro. It has the memory sinks and dual heatpipes. I have the optional fan wich comes with a rudimentary speed control. I hooked the fan into my rheobus so I can just turn it up and down as needed. It does an excellent job, I don't have exact specs availble right now, but my temps dropped significantly from the stock hsf. I highly recommend the fan option unless you have excellent case airflow and don't oc. Than fan is virtually silent at the lowest setting.