Swiftech H220 Video Review Redux
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In the opening portion of the Redux edition, the video presents a transparent re-examination of the Swiftech H220 water cooler. The host describes initial testing hiccups and explains how inline fan controllers and an engineering-sample unit affected results, prompting a redo with variables eliminated as best as possible. The setup is laid out in detail: a Corsair C70 case, a GTX 580 running FurMark for heat generation, and two 1100 RPM fans plus a back-mounted RPM-controlled fan to simulate a real-world gaming PC load. The team highlights the importance of a closed test bench to reflect real-world scenarios, the practice of idle and load testing with a 15 to 20 minute equalization window, and the use of a PWM splitter for proper fan control. They also discuss the caveats of running PWM fans on voltage controls and clarify that such configurations are only used to remove variables during testing. The segment closes with a description of the different fan configurations tested, including Swiftech Helix fans, Corsair SP fans, Noctua NF-F12s as a golden standard, and air-penetrator options, setting the stage for a rigorous, corrected comparison across multiple cooler/fan setups.
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Questions answered
- What testing corrections were made for the Swiftech H220 review redux?
- The testing methodology was revised to eliminate variables such as incompatible PWM fan controllers and an engineering sample unit, with a closed test bench and uniform fan configurations used to produce more reliable, real-world results.
- Which fan configuration proved best for the H220 in the Redux review?
- The Noctua NF-F12 fans running at full speed provided the best performance on the H220, outperforming other tested fans and configurations in the study.
- How does the H220 compare to other coolers according to the redux video?
- The H220 consistently outperformed competing coolers across tested setups, remaining the best pre-filled liquid cooler in the comparison when matched with appropriate fans.