AORUS WATERFORCE II 360 ICE Review
Today, we will focus on analyzing in detail the third iteration of liquid cooling GIGABYTE, la AORUS Waterforce II 360 ICE. This generation presents various modifications, from the original manufacturer of the product to substantial improvements in its “quality of life” functions. As part of our normal procedure, we will put this dissipation solution through rigorous performance testing to evaluate its performance and determine if we can recommend it.
The AORUS Waterforce II 360 ICE comes on loan from AORUS LATAM and will be returned at the end of the review. The loan condition does not affect the evaluation or opinion of the product.
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AORUS Waterforce II 360 Ice – Specifications
El AORUS WATERFORCE II 360 ICE It is a cooler CPU de high performance de GIGABYTE. It features a unique EZ fan chain design that is easy to DIY with a slide-insertion and daisy-chain mechanism. One of its notable features is the 330-degree rotating water block design, which allows users to customize the orientation of the cooler.
The new fan blade design increases both airflow and pressure while reducing noise.
The fan blades have a unique shape that helps increase the overall airflow intake ratio. The cooler also features ARGB lighting on the fan that can be synced with other devices.
It has a universal design for fan and pump RPM control, making it compatible with all brands of motherboards.
By consulting with a representative of GIGABYTE, We confirm that the main manufacturer of this new product is Cooler Master. It is important to note that, in contrast to previous versions, where ACETEK played that role, the brand has now opted for the experience of Cooler Master to manufacture this unit.
The price of the AORUS Waterforce II 360 ICE It amounts to 145 dollars. On the other hand, the standard variant is available at a slightly lower cost, marking the 139 dollars.
A notable feature of this closed-loop liquid cooling (CLC) is the elimination of the mandatory use of GIGABYTE's ARGB software. This means that users have the flexibility to use any software compatible with the 5V ARGB (Digital RGB) connection according to their preferences.
Specifications table
AORUS Waterforce II 360 Ice | |
radiator and block | Dimensions: 394 x 119 x 27 mm Pump dimensions: 72,8 x 72,8 x 65,1 mm Radiator material: Aluminum Block Material: Copper |
CPU Socket | Intel 115x,1200,1700 AMD AM5, AM4 |
Ventilators | Specifications: 3 x 120mm ARGB fans Speed: 800-2300 RPM +/-10% Bearing type: HDB Airflow: 64.95 CFM Air pressure: 2.93 mmH20 Noise level: 12.8-36.9 dBA |
Warranty | 5 years |
Price | 145 USD (Ice) |
AORUS Waterforce II 360 Ice – Images/unboxing
Stress test – Temperatures
To stress and standardize dissipation systems, we use Prime95 SFFT without instructions avx, using the processor AMD Ryzen 9 3900X. We have changed some parts to our old test bench, so the previous results are invalid.
From now on, we will use this configuration for the next tests related to dissipation systems.
Here is a summary of the test bench for air and/or liquid dissipation systems.
testing bench
Processor: AMD Ryzen 9 3900X
Motherboard: X570S AERO G Rev 1.0
RAM: TeamGroup Vulcan Z 3200MHz CL16 (2x8GB)
Graphics card: GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 2080 Ti GAMING OC
SSD: Trion OCZ150 500GB
Liquid refrigeration: AORUS Waterforce II 360 ICE (What we are testing)
Operating system: Windows 10 Home 22H2
Note: All AIOs tested will have their pump at maximum RPM in all tests, unless otherwise specified. In the event that the maximum RPM of the pump generates noise, we will emphasize this in the final analysis.
Fans are tested at 1500 RPM (standardized) as well as their maximum RPM. The noise of both scenarios is measured and compared in the respective section.
Prime 95 Non-AVX
Noise
Although evaluating performance in tests is crucial when analyzing liquid cooling, we must not overlook the importance of the noise generated by the fans. When analyzing a dissipation system, especially in liquid solutions, we perform tests at both 1500 RPM and its maximum speed.
Regarding the performance results at 1500 RPM, we observed effective heat dissipation. However, it is important to note that the noise level generated by the fans reaches 43 decibels, which could be somewhat annoying for some users. Adjusting the fan curve to a lower speed could be a viable option without significantly sacrificing AIO performance.
On the other hand, at maximum speed, the noise rises to 53 decibels, suggesting that this extreme setting could be reserved more for extreme overclocking situations than for standard daily use.
Final Analysis - Good AORUS dissipation without the need for GCC
AORUS has decided to update its range of heatsinks, opting for Cooler Master as its main supplier, and the results obtained are really promising. Various changes have been implemented that improve the user's "quality of life", highlighting the connectivity of the fans, which now follows the elegant style of Lian Li's Unifans. This modification not only provides a more attractive aesthetic, but also simplifies the experience by reducing the number of cables, thus providing greater practicality for the end user.
Eliminating the need to use proprietary software to manage liquid cooling ARGB lighting is a significant addition to the product. GCC, the previously associated software, has not been well received due to its limitations, and decoupling the product from this platform has greatly improved its appeal.
Now, the ability to control ARGB lighting and fans using the motherboard manufacturer's software is a practical and efficient solution. This integration offers the user the ability to set the fans to a silent mode without compromising performance.
As for the price, it is the least convincing aspect of the product. Despite the aforementioned improvements, competition in the market offers several AIO options at more competitive prices while maintaining solid performance. Consequently, an improvement in this aspect would be welcome. Although there are attractive and efficient alternatives on the market, in the end, the user will decide if it is worth investing a few extra dollars for outstanding performance and easier cable management.
Final score - AORUS Waterforce II 360 Ice
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Temperatures
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Noise
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Warranty
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Price
Overall
Summary
La AORUS Waterforce II 360 ICE, manufactured by Cooler Master, improves user experience by removing GIGABYTE proprietary ARGB software. With better fan connectivity and cable management, it integrates well with motherboard software. Although at $145 it may be expensive versus competitive options, users should consider the improved performance and convenience in cable management.
Pros
-Good performance (low temperatures).
-Simple cable management.
-Does not require GCC for correct operation.
-It does not require an aggressive profile (noise) of fans to get a good result.
-5 years warranty.
Cons
-Price could receive an improvement to make the product more competitive.
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