Asus Triton 77 - One Cooler to Rule all the Sockets

Asus has released a new line of coolers that support multiple processor models, either AMD or Intel. The innovative technology, called Way Up Airflow Cooling, blows the air up and away from the processor.

The cooler is made of five pure-copper heatpipes that dissipate and conduct the heat from the processor to the expanded heatsink, made of dense aluminum fins. The heatpipes are attached to the processor with a small metal plate. The fastening method suits both AMD and Intel processors and can be realized using push pins and clips in a two-step operation without removing the motherboard from the system.

The cooler weighs about 500 grams and sizes 90x78x125 mm and is powered by a 92 mm fan with automatic spin control - the hotter the processor, the faster the fan spins. This feature contributes to a low noise level when performing common tasks with the computer. The producer assures that the noise level does not exceed 18 dBA calculated at a rate of 2,300 rotations per minute. This reversed design allows the cooler not only to reduce the CPU temperature, but also lowers the temperature of the voltage regulator modules surrounding the processor with about 10°C, which improves the overall performance and stability.

The Triton 77 cooler is designed in a manner that allows the user to perform modifications to the cooling unit. For example, if required, the 9 cm fans can be swapped with 8 cm ones with a significant noise reduction, unless heavy ventilation is required. Moreover, the cooler has an extra space for a secondary fan (not included in the basic package).

Triton 77 support the Intel Core 2 Quad / Intel Core 2 Duo, Intel Pentium processor family, Intel Pentium 4 HT/Celeron D CPUs, as well as AMD 's Socket AM2/940/939, Athlon 64-FX, Athlon and Sempron processors. Light and compact, the cooling unit is designed for maximized compatibility with a wide range of motherboards and chassis.