In the past, premium air coolers were widely popular and considered the go-to choice for cooling your CPU. They were affordable, practical, and easy to install while also providing excellent results compared to stock coolers. With the advent of All-In-One liquid CPU coolers, the market experienced a significant shift, and liquid cooling solutions became the norm. However, it is important to note that many PC builders still value air cooling solutions and prefer them over AIO liquid cooling. Whether you opt for air or liquid cooling, both solutions have their own unique advantages and disadvantages, and it ultimately comes down to your personal preference.
Air cooling remains the go-to option for many PC builders due to its cost-effectiveness, ease of installation, and reliability. This is not to say that AIO liquid CPU coolers are a terrible investment – they are excellent cooling solutions, especially for those who want to customize their PC with RGB lighting. But for those who want a CPU cooler that works great out of the box without all the flashy lights and software setup, a CPU air cooler is the way to go.
When it comes to high-performance all-In-One liquid CPU coolers, CORSAIR is the first name that comes to mind. We have established ourselves as one of the most trusted brands in this category by pioneering cutting-edge CPU cooling solutions with our innovative AIO liquid CPU coolers and custom cooling solutions. To further enhance our brand recognition in the cooling solutions segment, we are now re-entering the air cooler market and expanding CORSAIR's product portfolio.
Introducing CORSAIR's high-performance CPU air cooler, the A115. It's designed to handle the most demanding CPUs, ensuring efficient heat transfer with its copper cold plate and six 6mm high-capacity heat pipes. The cooler comes with two CORSAIR AF140 ELITE PWM fans that deliver concentrated airflow, thanks to CORSAIR's AirGuide technology that utilizes anti-vortex vanes to direct airflow into a concentrated stream. These fans can reach a maximum speed of 1,600 RPM, effectively balancing performance and acoustics, keeping your CPU cool even under intense workloads.
We have put together a detailed article here on our CORSAIR Explorer, where you can dive deep into the specifics of the A115 CPU Air Cooler. It's definitely worth a read.
Many PC builders have concerns about fitting high-performance CPU air coolers in their builds due to their large size. However, the CORSAIR A115 has been designed to ensure compatibility with a broad array of PC cases, Motherboards, and Memory modules. The A115's size and shape have been optimized to fit most full-tower, mid-tower, and even some small form factor cases in the market without compromising performance. This means that most users can enjoy the benefits of this high-performance air cooler.
If you're wondering whether the A115 case will fit in a CORSAIR case, we have a list of compatible cases that you can refer to. But before we get into that, here's the clearance requirements for fitting the A115 in non-CORSAIR cases. The A115 has a stock height of 165mm. If your non-CORSAIR case has a width of 180mm or more (measured from the motherboard tray to the side panel), then chances are the A115 will fit in your case without requiring any modifications.
However, it's vital to note here that if you have particularly tall RAM, like our DOMINATOR TITANIUM DDR5, then you'll need to raise the fans, which will affect the fit in some cases. Check out our articles on raising the fans, and RAM height compatibility for more info
Now let’s check out all the CORSAIR cases that are compatible with the A115 CPU air cooler.
The latest series of cases is CORSAIR's best yet, offering a wide range of features and functionalities to meet the needs of PC builders at all experience levels. It's the perfect PC enclosure solution for those who want great looks and outstanding performance. If you're interested in learning more, check out our Explorer article, which highlights the key differences between the different case families.
The 3000D series is our best-selling PC case, thanks to its impressive performance and well-designed structure, and it is available at a very competitive price. It's the ideal PC case solution for those who are in the market for a compact mid-tower size case that offers maximum performance and airflow.
This model is a distant cousin of our 5000D series cases, possessing similar features such as RapidRoute cable management, spacious interior, and flexible cooling options. However, it stands out from other mid-tower cases in the market, including CORSAIR's, due to its unique and eye-catching exterior design.
The CORSAIR Crystal case series is very popular among DIY PC enthusiasts. One of the standout cases in this series is the 680X model, which made the dual-chamber case layout very popular in the PC enthusiast space. The 680X features elegant tempered glass panels and superior airflow, making it one of the best PC case options for both design and function.
680X RGB Black
This one is a no-brainer due to its large size. The 1000D is a Super-Tower case, which is an absolute beast of a case and is perfect for housing an array of custom water cooling components, like our Hydro X line. But for those who are loyal to CPU air coolers and want a large case with a high-performance CPU air cooler for practical reasons, the A115 is a great option.
If you believe that CPU air coolers are no longer relevant, it's possible that you simply haven't looked into the variety of CPU air coolers that have entered the market recently. While All-In-One Liquid CPU coolers mainly occupy the CPU cooling market, there has been a growing demand for high-performance CPU air coolers lately, driven by the increased wattages of the latest generation of CPUs. With CORSAIR's introduction of the A115 premium CPU air cooler, there's a new kid on the block. Check out the CORSAIR A115 over at our main website today.
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