CPU Water Blocks
Whether you’re cooling a state-of-the-art Intel® or AMD® system, CORSAIR has the CPU water blocks to tame the high temperatures of even the most power-hungry processors – and of course, with the looks to match.
What to look for in a CPU water block
Choosing the right water block is important, so weigh the following specs as you’re considering.
- CPU compatibility: Water blocks are designed to work with specific chip sockets from intel and AMD, so check that first.
- Design: Look closely at the RGB functionality, color choices, and go for an LCD screen if you want more macro readings.
- System components: Check for the kinds of tubing and coolants that the water block accepts.
What is a CPU water block and what does it do?
You can think of a water block as the central heart of a water cooling system. A CPU water block is the component that sits right on your processor unit, holding coolant/liquid on the top of the chip. This coolant heats up by absorbing the high temperature given off by the chip, and then the tubing in your water cooling system takes that hot liquid and moves it toward the radiator. This final component uses a fan array to cool the liquid and then send it back to the block to absorb more heat. While there’s a bit more to it than that, you can see that the water block is an important component and is a strong starting consideration as you’re building your water cooling system.