Wednesday, July 2nd 2014
Scythe Releases the Mugen MAX CPU Cooler
Japanese manufacturer Scythe innovated the cooling market with its first Mugen CPU cooler in the past. The cooling-expert is introducing the new Mugen MAX, aiming for users seeking maximum performance for their PC system. Mugen Max has received various optimizations, such as the re-designed heatsink for increased performance and the shifted base-plate for improved compatibility to memory modules.
After releasing several compact mainstream models, Scythe now presents a real performance highlight. The performance increase of the Mugen MAX has been achieved by implementing a new heatsink-design and six highly efficient copper-heatpipes. Scythe has used an asymmetric layout for the hetasink, where the copper baseplate is slightly shifted. It allows the Mugen MAX to be used with RAM modules, which are equipped with very large heat-spreaders. In addition, it is no longer necessary to remove the CPU cooler to access the memory modules.
Scythe Mugen MAX stands out with its low weight of only 720 grams (25,40 oz, without fan) in a market segment, where heatsinks easily go beyond 1.000 grams. Further surprising is that the overall dimension 145 x 86 x 161 mm (5,71 x 3,39 x 6,34 inch, without fan) is only slightly exceeding the one from Mugen 4. Hence assures, that Mugen MAX can be fitted into virtually every PC case available on the market. Scythe implemented the well-proven Three-dimensional Multiple Airflow Pass-Through Structure (T-M.A.P.S.) fin structure for its heatsink, which increases the airflow passing in between the fins. The distance between the fins has been increased to 2,6 millimeters (0,10 inch), resulting in reduced flow resistance and improved cooling performance at low fan speeds.
Almost every CPU cooler form Scythe has been supplied with an axial-fan, matching the designated purpose of the product. To match the wide purpose range of Mugen MAX, one 140-millimeter PWM model of the Glide Stream series has been bundled. Fan speed can be controlled conveniently by the PWM controller of the mainboard in a range from 500 to 1.300 RPM, which allows airflow between 63,5 and 165,1 m³/h (37,37 ~ 97,18 CFM). Hence allows it to operate virtually inaudible at 13 dBA at lowest speed or really silent at 30,7 dBA when running at maximum. Enthusiasts, seeking even higher performance are able to use the second fan clip set, which is supplied, to attach a second fan and create a "push-pull" constellation!
Users can rely on the long time experience of Scythe when it comes to cooling performance as well as easy mounting systems. "Hyper Precision Mounting System" (H.P.M.S.) is the latest and most reliable mounting mechanism provided by Scythe, which is featured by the new Mugen MAX as well. Additionally, it is no longer necessary to remove the whole motherboard in order to dismount the CPU cooler.
New Mugen MAX supports latest Intel motherboard sockets, such as LGA775, LGA 1150, LGA 1155, LGA 1156, including LGA 1366 and LGA 2011. The compatibility list includes all relevant AMD sockets, featuring AM2, AM2+, AM3, AM3+, FM1 and FM2. All required mounting clips and screws, as well as a wrench, a multi-lingual manual and quality thermal grease are supplied in the package.
Scythe Mugen MAX (model no. SCMGD-1000) is available as of this week. Suggested MSRP is 36,00 EUR (excl. taxes).
After releasing several compact mainstream models, Scythe now presents a real performance highlight. The performance increase of the Mugen MAX has been achieved by implementing a new heatsink-design and six highly efficient copper-heatpipes. Scythe has used an asymmetric layout for the hetasink, where the copper baseplate is slightly shifted. It allows the Mugen MAX to be used with RAM modules, which are equipped with very large heat-spreaders. In addition, it is no longer necessary to remove the CPU cooler to access the memory modules.
Almost every CPU cooler form Scythe has been supplied with an axial-fan, matching the designated purpose of the product. To match the wide purpose range of Mugen MAX, one 140-millimeter PWM model of the Glide Stream series has been bundled. Fan speed can be controlled conveniently by the PWM controller of the mainboard in a range from 500 to 1.300 RPM, which allows airflow between 63,5 and 165,1 m³/h (37,37 ~ 97,18 CFM). Hence allows it to operate virtually inaudible at 13 dBA at lowest speed or really silent at 30,7 dBA when running at maximum. Enthusiasts, seeking even higher performance are able to use the second fan clip set, which is supplied, to attach a second fan and create a "push-pull" constellation!
Users can rely on the long time experience of Scythe when it comes to cooling performance as well as easy mounting systems. "Hyper Precision Mounting System" (H.P.M.S.) is the latest and most reliable mounting mechanism provided by Scythe, which is featured by the new Mugen MAX as well. Additionally, it is no longer necessary to remove the whole motherboard in order to dismount the CPU cooler.
New Mugen MAX supports latest Intel motherboard sockets, such as LGA775, LGA 1150, LGA 1155, LGA 1156, including LGA 1366 and LGA 2011. The compatibility list includes all relevant AMD sockets, featuring AM2, AM2+, AM3, AM3+, FM1 and FM2. All required mounting clips and screws, as well as a wrench, a multi-lingual manual and quality thermal grease are supplied in the package.
Scythe Mugen MAX (model no. SCMGD-1000) is available as of this week. Suggested MSRP is 36,00 EUR (excl. taxes).
34 Comments on Scythe Releases the Mugen MAX CPU Cooler
I guess people are still afraid of closed loop water coolers.
also design ... some people prefer a bulky beasty looking HSF to a AIO :roll:
some good example: (all are quieter than a AIO and concede little ° to them )
tho i had a Corsair H60/H70 and Cooler Master Seidon 120v before ... but i always got back to air colling ... (like my TR HR-02 Macho Rev.A) yet my case is soooo restrictive (as my budget was xD) and can't supposedly handle above 150 (review state 158-159 :D ) and Corsair state as compatible only the H50/60/70/80 (and the i version for those who have one) i use a Scythe Katana 4 on my FX-6300 at the moment, not noisy temp acceptable but no OC headroom :D
no matter how many revisions of the Muugen you release its still a pos
Most liquid cooler fanbois aren't even aware how inferior their CLCs are compared to quality HSFs. There are numerous reputable review sites with extensive databases that show how bad the H50/60/80 etc. type coolers are compared to a tower HSF. The worse part is the CLCs cost more, have inferior cooling performance, are nosier and have a documented coolant leak liability that has damaged many a PC hardware. Only the technically challenged would buy a CLC.
www.frostytech.com/articleview.cfm?articleid=2705&page=5
In addition quality tower coolers like the Xigmatek Aegir SD128264 can cool the AMD FX-9xxx series CPUs without problems even with their 220w TDP rating. It's what people don't know that leads them to reach false conclusions.
my 32nm samsung sticks get upwards of 50c when running at 1900Mhz @ 1.6v ram temps DO matter as does everything else
Independent objective scientific tests substantiate everything I posted. DDR3 @ 2400 MHz. does not run hot even with gaming and video encoding. Quite warm is well within the operating range for the DIMMS. The CL rating has nothing to do with the operating temp. You are correct in that YOU don't know.
i just cant trust it, many leak.
i do prefer fan.
but custom/homemade WC is the best of all.
With an AIO installed, I can reach everything on my motherboard - RAM, CPU 8pin, MoBo 24pin, and better yet, it doesnt even touch my RAM or the back of my GPU. A D15 or R1 however, requires LP RAM, and cuts off access to all these other parts. It also requires a large-ish case.
Clearly you know absolutely nothing about practicality of CPU coolers. Then again, Jorge, your opinion on these news posts is entirely ignored by everyone anyway.
Also the Nile merely runs through Egypt, a larger percentage of it is in other countries.
i wish so
HERE is the source (Facebook)
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Mobo was dead, trying my Best removing all that jelly liquid. But when it go right in the 16pciex connector, pretty dangerous.
But i do agree for space saving.
Some great AIO cooler outthere, U Just need find a good quality one.
am i off topic off the scythe mugen releases? x) anyway good stuff scythe ::toast: