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MSI MAG CORE LIQUID 240R V2 vs Zalman CNPS9X OPTIMA RGB - processor-k

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  • 7specifications compared
  • 5differ
  • 2identical
  • 25known for one product only

Key differences

The MSI MAG CORE LIQUID 240R V2 has 8.3 dB more noise level (high speed) than the Zalman CNPS9X OPTIMA RGB - processor-k (34.3 dB vs 26 dB). The MSI MAG CORE LIQUID 240R V2 has 17.84 cfm more maximum airflow than the Zalman CNPS9X OPTIMA RGB - processor-k (78.73 cfm vs 60.89 cfm). The MSI MAG CORE LIQUID 240R V2 has 3.48 W more power consumption (typical) than the Zalman CNPS9X OPTIMA RGB - processor-k (5.88 W vs 2.4 W). Suitable location: Computer case on the MSI MAG CORE LIQUID 240R V2, Processor on the Zalman CNPS9X OPTIMA RGB - processor-k. Type: Cooler on the MSI MAG CORE LIQUID 240R V2, Air cooler on the Zalman CNPS9X OPTIMA RGB - processor-k.

  • Suitable location
    • MAG CORE LIQUID 240R V2:Computer case
    • CNPS9X OPTIMA RGB - processor-k:Processor
  • Type
    • MAG CORE LIQUID 240R V2:Cooler
    • CNPS9X OPTIMA RGB - processor-k:Air cooler
  • Noise level (high speed)
    • MAG CORE LIQUID 240R V2:34.3 dB
    • CNPS9X OPTIMA RGB - processor-k:26 dB
  • Maximum airflow
    • MAG CORE LIQUID 240R V2:78.73 cfm
    • CNPS9X OPTIMA RGB - processor-k:60.89 cfm
  • Power consumption (typical)
    • MAG CORE LIQUID 240R V2:5.88 W
    • CNPS9X OPTIMA RGB - processor-k:2.4 W

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Comparison of MAG CORE LIQUID 240R V2, CNPS9X OPTIMA RGB - processor-k
32 specifications
Performance4 differ
Suitable locationDiffersComputer caseProcessor
TypeDiffersCoolerAir cooler
Fan diameterKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source12 cm
Supported processor socketsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceLGA 1150 (Socket H3), LGA 1151 (Socket H4), LGA 1155 (Socket H2), LGA 1156 (Socket H), LGA 1200 (Socket H5), LGA 1700, Socket AM4
Rotational speed (min)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source600 RPM
Rotational speed (max)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1500 RPM
Noise level (high speed)Differs34.3 dB26 dB
Maximum airflowDiffers78.73 cfm60.89 cfm
Maximum air pressureKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1.6 mmH2O
Pulse-width modulation (PWM) supportKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Bearing typeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceRifle bearing
Pump connectorKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source4-pin
Fan's mean time to failure (MTTF)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source40000 h
Noise level (low speed)Known for one14.3 dBUnknown — not stated by the source
Minimum airflow (imperial)Known for one21.63 cfmUnknown — not stated by the source
Fan speed (max)Known for one2000 RPMUnknown — not stated by the source
Fan speed (min)Known for one500 RPMUnknown — not stated by the source
Pump motor speedKnown for one4200 RPMUnknown — not stated by the source
Designidentical
Product colourBlackBlack
MaterialKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceAluminium, Copper
Number of heat pipesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source4
Radiator materialKnown for oneAluminumUnknown — not stated by the source
Number of fansKnown for one2 fan(s)Unknown — not stated by the source
Illumination colourKnown for oneBlue, PinkUnknown — not stated by the source
Power1 differ
Power consumption (typical)Differs5.88 W2.4 W
Rated voltage12 V12 V
Thermal Design Power (TDP)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source180 W
Weight & dimensionsidentical
WidthKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source123 mm
DepthKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source72 mm
HeightKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source156 mm
WeightKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source530 g
Fan dimensions (W x D x H)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source120 x 120 x 25 mm

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