Radiator
pcA radiator is a heat exchanger designed to transfer thermal energy from one medium to another for the purpose of cooling and heating.
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In a personal computer (PC), a radiator is a key component of liquid cooling systems, which are used to dissipate heat from the central processing unit (CPU) or graphics processing unit (GPU) to ensure optimal performance and prevent overheating. Radiators work by circulating liquid coolant, which absorbs heat from the components and carries it away, where air-cooled fins then release it into the environment. This is crucial for maintaining lower temperatures during high-performance tasks such as gaming or complex computations.
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The Corsair Hydro Series H100i PRO RGB 240mm radiator with dual 120mm fans.
This radiator is commonly used in high-performance gaming PCs where effective heat dissipation is required. It features a 240mm (9.45 inches) aluminum core paired with two 120mm (4.72 inches) fans, providing efficient thermal regulation for overclocked CPUs.
The NZXT Kraken X73 360mm radiator, integrated with triple 120mm fans for enhanced cooling capacity.
Ideal for workstations handling resource-intensive graphics rendering, the 360mm (14.17 inches) radiator supports advanced heat management in multi-GPU setups, ensuring sustained workloads without thermal throttling.