Bizarre Chinese CPU Cooler: Cylindrical Aigo Shadow Max V5 Review

Bizarre Chinese CPU Cooler: Cylindrical Aigo Shadow Max V5 Review

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The Aigo Shadow Max V5 is an interesting, cylindrical tower cooler that supports AMD AM4 and Intel CPUs. We tested it versus stock AMD coolers and more, with interesting results.
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The Aigo Shadow Max V5 has one of the worst pressure maps we've ever seen -- actually, it probably just is the worst -- but although that indicates inefficiencies, it doesn't necessarily mean the cooler is bad. Our noise level testing, noise-normalized testing, and thermal benchmarks will help determine whether this cooler is worth buying for its unique appearance.

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Unique CPU Cooler
03:03 - Disassembly & Up Close
07:42 - Getting Into the Testing
08:27 - Worst Pressure Map Yet
09:42 - Installation of Aigo Shadow Max V5
11:23 - 65W 35dBA Noise-Normalized Benchmarks
12:36 - 65W 100% Fan Speed & Noise
13:17 - 65W CPU VRM Thermals
14:36 - Conclusion

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Host, Writing, Test Lead: Steve Burke
Testing, Notes: Mike Gaglione
Video: Andrew Coleman
Video Production: Keegan Gallick



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