Best Coolers for Ryzen 5 5600X, 7 5800X, and 9 5900X

This article contains the best coolers for Ryzen 5 5600X, 7 5800X, 9 5900X, and 5950X. The fans can change their rotation speed, which reduces noise or increases efficiency. You can easily do without a water cooling system, a high-quality tower will be enough.

Best Coolers for Ryzen 5 5600X

Theoretical energy consumption (indicator TDP) processor Ryzen 5 5600X equal 65 WIn practice, it can consume more than 100 Wwith Precision Boost Overdrive enabled. This means it will fit a tower on 4 thermal tubesmeaning TDP such a cooler from 180 W.

XILENCE Performance A+ M704 Pro ARGB

• Socket: AMD AM4; Intel LGA 115x — 2066.
• Construction: 4 heat pipes, aluminum + copper base.
• Power dissipation: up to 180 W.
• Fans: 1 pc; 500~1500 rpm; up to 30.2 dB.
• Dimensions: 160 x 120 x 75 mm; 718 grams.

The cooler copes with processors whose TDP does not exceed 180 W, in a well-ventilated case. Structurally, it is a classic tower cooler on four heat pipes with one 120 mm fan. The cooler base uses direct contact technology.

Noctua NH-U12S back

• Socket: AMD AM4 — AM5; Intel LGA 115x — 2066.
• Construction: aluminum, copper base + 4 heat pipes.
• Power dissipation: up to 140 W.
• Fans: 1 pc; 450~1700 rpm; up to 25.1 dB.
• Dimensions: 158 x 125 x 71 mm; 710 grams.

It is a cheaper version of the popular NH-U12S cooler. With fewer heat pipes and a different fan. In fact, it is not intended for those who like to save money. Good efficiency, compact dimensions and high compatibility.

Zalman CNPS10X Performa Black

• Socket: AMD AM4, AM5; Intel LGA 115x — 2066.
• Construction: aluminum + 4 copper heat pipes.
• Power dissipation: up to 180 W.
• Fans: 1 pc; 700~1500 rpm; up to 26.8 dB.
• Dimensions: 155 x 95 x 135 mm; 860 grams.

The cooler is equipped with an external radiator, to which heat from the base is transferred through direct contact via four heat pipes. A large 135 mm fan is included. There will be no conflict with the first RAM slot. The fan can be lowered as low as possible.

be quiet! Pure Rock 2

• Socket: AMD AM2 — AM4, AM5; Intel LGA 115x — 2066.
• Construction: aluminum + 4 copper heat pipes.
• Power dissipation: up to 150 W.
• Fans: 1 pc; 500~1500 rpm; up to 26.8 dB.
• Dimensions: 88 x 121 x 155 mm; 580 grams.

In its price segment, Pure Rock 2 is not inferior to competitors. It received four U-shaped heat pipes with direct contact technology, connected to an aluminum radiator. With one 120 mm fan, they put an additional mount with a wire spring.

Enermax ETS-T50 Axe ARGB Black

• Socket: AMD AM2 — AM5; Intel LGA 775 — 2066.
• Construction: aluminum + 5 copper heat pipes.
• Power dissipation: up to 230 W.
• Fans: 1 pc; 500~1600 rpm; up to 24 dB.
• Dimensions: 138.7 x 112.5 x 160 mm; 860 grams.

A sectionless tower radiator with one fan and five heat pipes. And the direct contact technology allowed to remove 200+ W of heat. Externally, it is similar to other mid-range models. The deflector (frame at the back) allows you to change the direction of the air flow.

Choosing a Cooler for Ryzen 7 5800X

For example, a processor Ryzen 7 5800X can consume up to 150 Wwith the declared 105 W. And this is without manual overclocking, the maximum is enabling PBO technology. We recommend choosing single section cooler with 5-th and more thermal tubes. And the TDP of such a tower is ≈200 W.

Noctua NH-U12A chromax.black

• Socket: AMD AM2 — AM4, AM5; Intel LGA 1150 — 2066.
• Construction: aluminum, copper base and 7 tubes.
• Power dissipation: up to 200 W.
• Fans: 2 pcs; 450~2000 rpm; up to 22.6 dB.
• Dimensions: 158 x 125 x 112 mm; 1.22 kg.

This is a single-section CPU cooler that comes assembled. All heat pipes are soldered to the base to increase heat transfer efficiency. It comes with two branded black fans. And it is more expensive than the Noctua NH-D15 tower.

be quiet! Dark Rock 4

• Socket: AMD AM2 — AM4, AM5; Intel LGA 115x — 2066.
• Construction: 6 tubes + aluminum, copper base.
• Power dissipation: up to 200 W.
• Fans: 1 pc; 500~1500 rpm; up to 21.4 dB.
• Dimensions: 159.4 x 136 x 96.3 mm; 0.92 g.

A well-proven model, the heat pipes are spread out on both sides. The base has an additional sub-radiator, but its dimensions have become noticeably smaller. Offers the highest quality of materials and assembly, as well as excellent compatibility…

Deepcool AK500 ZERO DARK

• Socket: AMD AM4 — AM5; Intel LGA 115x — 2066.
• Construction: aluminum + 5 tubes.
• Power dissipation: up to 240 W.
• Fans: 1 pc; 500~1850 rpm; up to 31.5 dB.
• Dimensions: 127 x 117 x 158 mm; 1.04 kg.

A tower with a wide radiator section offset to the rear and a single stock fan. The section is offset slightly to the rear relative to the center of the base. This eliminates the need to raise the fan to avoid interfering with the memory modules, although this is possible.

GIGABYTE Aorus ATC800

• Socket: AMD AM2 — AM4, AM5; Intel LGA 1150 — 2066.
• Construction: 6 copper tubes + aluminum.
• Power dissipation: up to 200 W.
• Fans: 2 pcs; 600~2000 rpm; up to 31 dB.
• Dimensions: 159.4 x 136 x 96.3 mm; 1.01 kg.

The cooler is equipped with a large radiator, which is penetrated by six copper nickel-plated heat pipes. The design provides for two fans with a diameter of 120 mm. And these 6 pipes directly contact the processor. Quick replacement of fans is not provided.

XILENCE Performance X M906

• Socket: AMD AM4 — AM5; Intel LGA 775, 115x — 2066.
• Construction: aluminum, copper base for 6 tubes.
• Power dissipation: up to 250 W.
• Fans: 1 pc; 500~1500 rpm; up to 30.8 dB.
• Dimensions: 129 x 106 x 154 mm; 905 grams.

A really high-quality cooler that will fit most modern platforms. Due to the offset of the radiator relative to the cooler, there are no restrictions for memory. The manufacturer decided to move away from the design with direct contact to the block with a copper base.

Coolers for Ryzen 9 5900X & 5950X

With processor Ryzen 5950Xwhich consumes 175 W with it on PBOwe recommend two-section towers. This is usually 6 and more thermal tubesminimum 2 fansIn principle, a high-quality air cooler is enough, which is bought only once.

Noctua NH-D15S chromax.black

• Socket: AMD AM2 — AM4, AM5; Intel LGA up to 2066.
• Construction: six U-shaped tubes + copper base.
• Power dissipation: up to 220 W.
• Fans: 1 pc; 300~1500 rpm; up to 24.6 dB.
• Dimensions: 160 x 150 x 135 mm; 1150 grams.

Compared to Noctua NH-D15, the reviewed one has got the plates shifted to the side, the number of fins and heat pipes is the same. This has saved users from compatibility problems. Only 1 fan of 140 mm size is responsible for cooling, a second one can be added.

be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 4

• Socket: AMD AM2 — AM4, AM5; Intel LGA 1366 — 2066.
• Construction: copper base + aluminum, 7 tubes.
• Power dissipation: up to 250 W.
• Fans: 2 pcs; 300~1450 rpm; up to 24.3 dB.
• Dimensions: 162.8 x 136 x 145.7 mm; 1130 г.

The flagship among large two-section coolers with a high TDP and a competitor to Noctua. And the front side of the radiator is very different from the back. It has a low noise level, a simple and reliable fastening system. Compatible with all current AMD & Intel sockets.

Cooler Master MasterAir MA824 Stealth

• Socket: AMD AM4 — AM5; Intel LGA 115x — 1700.
• Construction: aluminum + 8! copper tubes.
• Power dissipation: up to 260 W.
• Fans: 2 pcs; 0~1550 rpm; up to 24.6 dB.
• Dimensions: 162.2 x 150.6 x 165.6 mm; 1490

This is a direct competitor to the Noctua NH-D15S tower. Eight heat pipes completely cover the copper nickel-plated base. And the two-section radiator is penetrated by these pipes. There are 120 and 135 mm fans, which have blades connected to each other.

ID-COOLING SE-207-XT

• Socket: AMD AM4; Intel LGA 115x — 1200, 2011 — 2066.
• Construction: aluminum, copper base and 7 tubes.
• Power dissipation: up to 280 W.
• Fans: 2 pcs; 700~1800 rpm; up to 35.2 dB.
• Dimensions: 144 x 122 x 157 mm; 1.3 kg.

Dual tower-type radiator with seven heat pipes and a pair of 120 mm fans. The bottom eleven fins are cut off, which will provide clearance for high memory. The fans drive air flow through the radiators in sequence, a third can be installed…

Deepcool ASSASSIN III

• Socket: AMD AM2 — AM5; Intel LGA 115x — 2066.
• Construction: copper base and 7 tubes + aluminum.
• Power dissipation: up to 280 W.
• Fans: 2 pcs; 400~1400 rpm; up to 34.2 dB.
• Dimensions: 161 x 140 x 165 mm; 1464 г.

A tall dual-tower cooler with two fans. The sides of each section are almost covered by the downward-curved ends of the fins. Seven heat pipes neatly pierce the cooler base. Like the 4 previous ones, it can easily cool the top-end Ryzen 9 5900X and 5950X processors.

Ryzen 9 5900X Cooler Chart

The power consumption value of Ryzen processors was taken from real testing of PBO technology. This means that the average user of this cooler will have a reserve. But the manufacturer is trying to push its undercooler. Depends on specific tasks, some boxed with a head.

Model	TDP, Tues	5600X (100 W)	5800X (150 W)	5950X (200 W)	Price
XILENCE Performance A+ M704 Pro ARGB	180	+	±	–	$54
Enermax ETS-T50 Axe ARGB White	140	+	±	–	$58
Zalman CNPS10X Performa White	180	+	±	–	$47
Noctua NH-U12S back	150	+	±	–	$52
be quiet! Pure Rock 2	230	+	±	–	$47
Noctua NH-U12A chromax.black	200	+	+	±	$130
be quiet! Dark Rock 4	200	+	+	±	$76
Deepcool AK500 ZERO DARK	240	+	+	±	$53
GIGABYTE Aorus ATC800	200	+	+	±	$160
XILENCE Performance X M906	250	+	+	±	$54
Noctua NH-D15S chromax.black	220	+	+	+	$108
be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 4	250	+	+	+	$102
Cooler Master MasterAir MA824 Stealth	260	+	+	+	$100
ID-COOLING SE-207-XT	280	+	+	+	$57
Deepcool ASSASSIN III	280	+	+	+	$98

Conclusion

There should be no questions about coolers for Ryzen processors. Remember that two-section towers are made high and may not fit. This parameter is compared with the height of the case cooler. Of course, the list of the best can be expanded, for example, after Deepcool ASSASSIN III, IV was shown.