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EK Rolls Out New Velocity² 1700 Special Edition CPU Water Blocks

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EK, the global leader in premium PC water cooling, is proud to unveil something extraordinary for enthusiasts and builders alike. With an unyielding pursuit of excellence in liquid cooling aesthetics, EK once again sets new standards in design with its latest Quantum line product - the EK-Quantum Velocity² Edge D-RGB - 1700 Black and Silver Special Editions.

These Special Edition water blocks are a bold declaration of EK's commitment to aesthetic excellence. At the forefront of this design revolution is the top cover, featuring a striking assembly of irregular tetrahedrons that transform each water block into a piece of modern art. These tetrahedrons create a captivating interplay of light and shadow, adding a dynamic and sophisticated visual appeal to the water blocks. Designed specifically for the Intel socket LGA 1700-based platform, they fit Intel's 12th, 13th, and 14th generation Core CPUs. The cold plate, precisely machined of the highest-grade 99.99% pure electrolytic copper, ensures unparalleled heat transfer.



The top covers of the EK-Quantum Velocity² Edge D-RGB - 1700 Special Editions are available in black and silver finish. These color options allow enthusiasts to choose a style that best complements their PC build, transforming these water blocks from mere components for efficient cooling into central elements of a PC's aesthetic identity. The top cover is CNC-milled out of a 30 mm thick aluminium sheet, separated from the coolant with a layer of acrylic to ensure no mixing of metals.

Exciting news for AMD enthusiasts is that EK is also gearing up to launch the AM5 versions of these Special Editions in the coming weeks. The AM5 variants, just like their 1700 counterparts, will be available in sophisticated black and elegant silver finishes.

EK-Quantum Velocity² Edge D-RGB - 1700 Black Special Edition
The EK-Quantum Velocity² Edge D-RGB - 1700 Black Special Edition exudes sleek elegance, perfect for setups where understated style is paramount. The top cover is adorned with CNC-milled, irregularly shaped tetrahedrons made of black anodized aluminium and features a transparent plexi top, enhancing its sophisticated look.

EK-Quantum Velocity² Edge D-RGB - 1700 Silver Special Edition
The EK-Quantum Velocity² Edge D-RGB - 1700 Silver Special Edition has a bright reflective surface, accentuating the intricate tetrahedron design. The top cover, also adorned with CNC-milled, irregularly shaped tetrahedrons, is made of aluminium with a sleek anodized finish. It features a transparent plexi top, lending it a slightly glossy look.

OptiFlow Cooling Engine
The EK-Quantum Velocity² series introduces the OptiFlow cooling engine, designed to optimize performance on Intel LGA 1700 socket processors. This innovative cooling solution combines specific mounting pressure with tailored cold plate geometry, achieving low hydraulic flow restriction. This allows the use of weaker water pumps or lower pump speed settings, ensuring silent operation without compromising performance. The precision-engineered lathe-turned cold plate effectively covers the IHS, focusing pressure on the die area.

EK-ExactMount System
EK-Exact Mount is a patent-pending mounting system engineered by EK for an easy-to-use and aesthetically pleasing installation. Comprised of only three components - a backplate, mounting screws, and the water block itself - it allows for a clean and seamless front aesthetic without any screws being visible. The pre-tensioned springs concealed in the water block top make installation quick and easy while ensuring perfect mounting pressure.

EK-Matrix7 Compliant
Aligned with EK's philosophy of seamless integration and ease of use, the Velocity² 1700 Special Editions are EK-Matrix7 compliant. The EK-Matrix7 is a revolutionary standard in PC liquid cooling, utilizing a 7 mm increment system for product height and port distance. This enhances product alignment and simplifies loop planning and tube bending, transforming PC building into a straightforward process akin to assembling toy bricks.

Velocity²: The Legacy of Excellence and Innovation
EK's Velocity² product line has garnered significant acclaim, securing five prestigious awards thus far. This recognition is a testament to the exceptional performance, innovative design, and bold approach that EK has consistently delivered with its water-cooling solutions. The accolades awarded to the Velocity² products, including the esteemed iF Design Award, European Hardware Awards, and CES 22, among others, underscore the product line's standing at the forefront of technological advancement and design excellence in PC cooling.

Compatibility
EK-Quantum Velocity² Edge series CPU water blocks are socket-specific, compatible only with Intel LGA 1700 socket and 12th, 13th and 14th gen Intel Core CPUs.

EK-Quantum Velocity² D-RGB LED Lighting
Fully compatible with all major motherboard manufacturers' addressable RGB sync technologies, each CPU water block features a captivating light beam and 25 addressable RGB LEDs. This creates an extraordinary visual effect, especially with the tetrahedron-structured top cover amplifying the RGB display.

Availability and Pricing
The EK-Quantum Velocity² Edge D-RGB - 1700 Black/Silver Special Editions are made in Slovenia, Europe and are now available for pre-order through the EK Webshop and Partner Reseller Network. This Velocity² Special Edition water blocks will start shipping in mid-February 2024. The MSRP is set at €199.90, VAT included.

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Who in his right mind at EKWB did not advertise those blocks with some Royal/Elite sticks .... marketing 101 :roll:
 
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Who in his right mind at EKWB did not advertise those blocks with some Royal/Elite sticks .... marketing 101 :roll:

It is understood immediately looking at the price. So no need.
 
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200 bones I guess they could of charged more.
 
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Eh, the least they could have done is some quartz or polished Acrylic crystals on the entire block cover save the I/O ports, and then advertise them with Trident Royals. Really maximize the bling factor.
 
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As far as I know, there are no DDR5 Royals, or I haven't paid attention to the RAM market?
 
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