August '02 Socket-A Heat Sink Comparison

Date Reviewed: August 04, 2002
Reviewed By: Jason Rabel
Companies: Thermaltake, Heatsink Factory, Xtreme Tek Werkz, A.O.C. USA, Dynatron

Coolink U1P2:

The U1P2 has a similar design of the previous Coolink heatsink, except is a dual fan solution. There are a pair of 60mm fans each pumping out 40CFM of air (for a total of 80CFM!). This heatsink however connects to all 3 tabs on the motherboard, giving it a much more secure feeling. Having dual fans allows excess air from the edge of the heatsink to flow around the CPU and help keep other components cool. However I noticed that it was a tight fit to plug in certain things like the motherboard power connector, so you might want to compare specs before purchasing this heatsink.

Coolink U1L2:

The U1L2 is the same as the U1P2 except for the smaller fans. Each of these fans is only rated for 23.2CFM (46.4CFM total), which is still very decent. The large size of the heatsink helps it absorb heat from the processor and the long dense fins give it plenty of surface area to dissipate heat.

Coolink H2T:

The H2T takes a little different approach to heatsink design, instead of the fans being on top, they are on the sides. Don't let these pictures fool you, this heatsink is a behemoth! Each of the 70mm fans is rated for 33CFM (66CFM Total). The clip is the same as the above heatsinks which attach to all three tabs. It also has a copper base but is slightly smaller (because the heatsink is taller instead of wider).

Unfortunately because of how big this heatsink was, I couldn't mount it on my motherboard to test. There was just too many capacitors in the way. I highly suggest you compare the dimensions of this heatsink to your motherboard before purchasing to make sure it will fit!

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