Ferguson
One of the best CPU Coolers on the market
I've used EKWB coolers for a 7800x3d and LGA1700 (13th, 14th, KS). Heatkiller, and XSPC on various sockets. The Core 1 is hands down the best CPU waterblock I've used. The finish is top notch, and comes with a good backplate. I am currently using it with a TG socket frame on a delidded 14900ks. I can push 400w with ease (not that I do more than a few seconds on max OC benchmarks). It's very easy to install and has a small footprint to stay out of the way of memory cooling. Yes, the baseplate is very thin... But that is one of the reasons it works so well. It's flexible enough to give a very good impression on both 7800x3d IHS and LGA1700 for full coverage. I've had to have it on and off to adjust pressure to my socket plate, and it's very easy to work with. With other blocks you need access to the back of motherboard, making troubleshooting a bit more difficult in a built system. This makes it a breeze. Currently using EKWB Torque fittings, and they work. The sockets are a bit different, so there's no feeling of "snugness", it just stops... While I haven't had any leaks, and all of my airdown tests pass, I will probably change to alphacool fittings as I don't like to have to over-torque my fittings, especially on blocks that are on sensitive components like memory.



