Corsair iCUE H150i Elite Capellix Liquid CPU Cooler - White

I recently upgraded my PC cooling system with the Corsair iCUE H100i Elite Capellix Liquid CPU Cooler, and I am absolutely thrilled with its performance and features. This cooler has exceeded all my expectations, providing outstanding cooling capabilities for my CPU while offering a range of advanced functionalities.First and foremost, the cooling performance of the Corsair iCUE H100i Elite Capellix is exceptional. My CPU temperatures have significantly dropped since installing this liquid cooler, even under heavy loads. It efficiently dissipates heat, ensuring optimal performance and preventing any thermal throttling. I can now push my CPU to its limits without worrying about overheating.The Capellix RGB lighting system is truly a sight to behold. The vibrant and customizable lighting effects add a stunning visual element to my PC build. I can synchronize the lighting with other Corsair components using the iCUE software, creating a mesmerizing and cohesive lighting display. The lighting is not only aesthetically pleasing but also serves as a functional indicator for monitoring temperatures and performance.Installation of the Corsair iCUE H100i Elite Capellix was a breeze. The included mounting hardware and clear instructions made the process straightforward, even for someone like me who is not an expert in PC building. The build quality of the cooler is exceptional, and the hoses and fittings feel robust and durable.The iCUE software provides an intuitive and user-friendly interface for controlling and monitoring the cooler. It allows me to customize the fan speeds, pump settings, and RGB lighting effects with ease. I can also monitor CPU temperatures, coolant levels, and adjust performance profiles effortlessly. The software integrates seamlessly with other Corsair products, providing a unified control center for my entire system.One standout feature of the Corsair iCUE H100i Elite Capellix is its low noise operation. Even under heavy loads, the fans and pump operate quietly, ensuring a peaceful and distraction-free environment. This is particularly important for those who value a silent PC experience.Corsair's customer support is exemplary. I had a minor query during the installation process, and their support team was responsive and provided me with prompt and helpful assistance. It's reassuring to know that Corsair stands behind their products and is dedicated to customer satisfaction.In conclusion, the Corsair iCUE H100i Elite Capellix Liquid CPU Cooler is an outstanding cooling solution that delivers on both performance and aesthetics. With its exceptional cooling capabilities, stunning Capellix RGB lighting, easy installation process, user-friendly iCUE software, quiet operation, and reliable customer support, this cooler is a must-have for any PC enthusiast or gamer.Thank you, Corsair, for creating such an incredible product that takes PC cooling to the next level. I wholeheartedly recommend the Corsair iCUE H100i Elite Capellix Liquid CPU Cooler to anyone looking to enhance their cooling performance and add a touch of style to their PC build.

The positives are easy. The fans run well and are great at pushing air through the radiator. Under normal temps, you don't hear the fans, but they do get a little louder than expected at full speed. Have I heard better, sure, but it's not the end of the world. This thing is strapped to a Ryzen 5900X which is designed to push itself to it's limits. The H115i does well at keeping up and keeping it cool.For the most part, Corsair has a great design for this AIO. With it designed to work with their fan hub, I would like it if there were only one wire coming off the pump to connect to the hub. Then a separate line from the hub to pump and fan header. Just to clean up the cabling from the pump, as there's the main cable and then a single control wire to connect to the pump header. It's not horrible and it's fairly easy to hide the single wire, it could just be better.The only true design issue is with the mounting hardware for the AM4 socket. Loose fitting square hooks to grab onto the stock socket mount. It would be nice if the hardware on the AIO side had some support to keep the metal from bending. The hardware should only be tightened by hand, but even then, it's not impossible to start bending it. It's just sort of flimsy and not as strong as you would think. So as you tighten, you never truly get the resistance you might be used to when installing other coolers. That's after you manage to get both spinning hooks latched to the board. Considering there's 2 different Intel backplates and mounts, would it have been that much more expensive to have a multi-use backplate that could prove a better mounting system?TL;DR. The mounting for AMD systems is a little frustrating, but it works. The fans can be slightly noisy at full speed. However the AIO works great and it does a superb job at cooling. 8.5/10.

This cooler is both pleasing to the eye and powerful. The fans run well and stay quiet when they aren't needed to run hard. Installation was very easy despite this being my first build. My only issue I ran into was one of the fans ran into my memory sticks. My build was in a Corsair 4000D with a Asus Tuf gaming x570 motherboard and Corsair Vengeance pro RGB memory and the H115I version of this cooler. I installed the CPU cooler on the top brackets and found that one of the fans would not go into place with my memory sticks installed. I had hoped that I would be able to find an AF140 Slim model of the fan (product comes with an AF140 fan) but learned that corsair only makes slim models of the AF120. I ended up being able to cut out two slots from the fan so my ram could go in without compromising the integrity of the fan or causing any other issues. While this did work, I might have preferred going with the H100i model that uses AF 120 fans and purchasing one AF 120 slim to ensure it would fit correctly.