I found it easier to just integrate into my motherboard using Mystic Light, as the first time I tried using the in-line controller the RGB was not working. The Hyper 212 is compatible with multiple programs, such as Corsair’s iCue, MSI’s Mystic Light, ASRock Polychrome Sync and more.

This fan is equipped with RGB which can connect directly into the controller provided by Cooler Master, or into your motherboard. The fan clips on snugly to the stacked heatsink, allowing air to be pumped directly into the cooler to lower temps quickly.

These pipes directly contact the CPU, with Cooler Master claiming this results in effective and excellent heat dissipation to the heatsink. It’s tall, though sleek it’s anodized gunmetal black aluminum finish give the cooler a clean look, culminating in nickel placed jet black heat pipes at the bottom. Heat Sink Material: 4 Heat Pipes / Aluminum Fins / Direct Contactįan Dimensions: 120(L) x 120(W) x 25(H) mm / 4.7(L) x 4.7(W) x 1(H) inchĪt first glance, the Hyper 212 RGB Black Edition cooler is a beast. So how does the RGB Black Edition fare, especially seeing as it's a lower cost alternative to even entry-level liquid cooling? However, you could not argue with the performance once it was installed. My memories of installing his massive CPU cooler are mixed - it was a pain in the butt to install and took two of us about 30 minutes to get it seated properly thanks to the way it latched onto the motherboard mounting brackets. I’ve had some experience with this model, having installed one my buddy’s PC while at PAX East a few years back.

The Cooler Master Hyper 212 series has been ubiquitous with air cooling CPUs for a few years now. How much of your budget can you spend towards cooling arguably the most critical part of your PC, and do you really need to spend a massive amount on this area to get some great results? However, when looking at different options, price becomes a gigantic factor in someone’s build decision. There are many different theories on what method is best: air cooling, liquid cooling, using massive heatsinks or custom-made cooling loops. Keeping your CPU cool is an integral part in ensuring your PC runs smoothly.

Hyper 212 installation