At CES 2025, we stopped at the booth of cooling specialist Alphacool, which showcases several products aimed at both PC enthusiasts and data center operators. The company's portfolio included fans, reservoirs, distribution plates, and enterprise cooling solutions. The Core Stealth Aurora Fan features a metal frame construction and operates between 400 and 2,600 RPM. While the fan includes ARGB lighting effects, its primary focus is on airflow performance for high-powered systems.

For liquid cooling systems, Alphacool introduced the Core Reservoir, which uses an acrylic body with G1/4" brass connectors. The reservoir comes with an integrated VPP Apex or D5 pump and is designed for space-efficient installations. ARGB lighting is built into the unit, allowing for system illumination.

Small - but powerful! Alphacool presents new sizes of the popular Core reservoir. This should not be missing in any performance-orientated custom water cooling system in which CPU and graphics card(s) are cooled simultaneously. The reservoir is available in two sizes, both with and without a pump.

The chrome-plated brass G1/4' connections are a stylish and elegant element of the Core reservoir. The connections, which are embedded in the acrylic and fitted with an O-ring, are absolutely leak-proof and support the clear and functional look of the Alphacool Core Design series. Alphacool's Core reservoir is made of high-quality acrylic glass, which allows a clear view of the coolant. Brilliant lighting is made possible by the built-in, digitally addressable aRGB lighting.

With the new ES 2U Reservoir, Alphacool is launching a versatile all-in-one reservoir for servers. Thanks to the integrated flow and temperature sensors, the cooling system can be continuously monitored at all times.

The Alphacool All-in-One reservoir has been specially developed for 2U server cases and is characterized by its compact design, which takes up minimal space. The cooling system can be filled and vented quickly and easily using the quick-release fasteners on the front. The illuminated inspection window makes it possible to check the fill level in the system at all times.

At Computex 2024, Alphacool announced the launch of its new DDCzero product series. The star of the show is the new Core DDCzero PWM pump, developed in collaboration with Xylem. The Core DDCzero PWM pump is a compact powerhouse capable of driving a standard cooling loop comprising a GPU, CPU, and three radiators. Despite its diminutive size, this pump delivers outstanding flow performance while maintaining quietness and reliability. Complementing the Core DDCzero pump is the sleek Core Reservoir, featuring Alphacool's signature Core Design language and aRGB lighting. For those seeking a more simplified approach, Alphacool introduces the Core DDCzero Pumptop, an elegant solution that seamlessly integrates the new DDCzero pump into a compact package.

The Alphacool DDCzero family doesn't stop there. It extends with the Core DDCzero flat reservoir, which combines the power of the DDCzero pump with a low-profile design, making it an ideal choice for small form factor builds or scenarios where space is a luxury. Rounding out the lineup is the Core DDCzero CPU AIO, an all-in-one liquid cooling solution for CPU cooling based on the tiny DDCzero PWM pump. Available in multiple radiator sizes, including 240 mm and 360 mm variants, the Core DDCzero CPU AIO promises to deliver great performance and reliability with the new pump technology, paired with the standard Alphacool radiator cooling capability and fans.More images follow:

In addition to new PC cases, Phanteks brought several new cooling products to the Computex 2024 show, including a whole new NEXLINQ cooling system, Glacier EZ-Fit series of liquid cooling components and kits, as well as a rather interesting fan prototype that will hopefully find its way to the market.

The big part of the Phanteks showcase was the NEXLINQ, a set of cooling components, or an ecosystem as Phanteks likes to describe it, which includes the M25 G2 fans, Glacier One M25 G2 AIO, and a NEXLINQ Hub. The NEXLINQ and components will feature support for the whole new LINQ-6 connector that will be able to provide both power and D-RGB lighting to the fans.

Alphacool at the 2024 International CES showed us their latest full-copper radiators, distribution plate reservoirs, and CPU water blocks, under its new Core brand that it debuted with the Core 1 series CPU blocks. The Core XT45 radiator series come in popular sizes, and are noticeably heavy since they're based on a heavier metal than aluminium. Besides the use of copper, the Core XT45 also features a denser fin structure, while their steel frames feature a silicone diffuser for RGB lighting.

Next up, are the Core 1 LT series CPU water blocks. These are a "lite" version of the Core 1 series blocks Alphacool announced in 2023; featuring less elaborate tops, but without compromising on quality or cooling performance. While the Core 1 series comes with premium brushed metal or carbon fiber finish tops; the Core 1 LT uses simpler LED-studded acrylic tops, some of which have vinyl panels and other inserts. The block underneath remains nickel-plated copper, with the same cross-slot base and 3D jet-plate. Since the top has close to no role to play in the cooling except structural, the performance is unchanged.

After the great reception of the EK-Pro Pump Reservoir Manifold X6 in the market, EK, the premium water-cooling gear manufacturer, is launching another pump-reservoir-manifold combo unit, the EK-Pro Pump Reservoir Manifold X3 D5 - Acetal. Just like its predecessor, the X6, the latest product also has a dedicated fill port, drain port with an optional QDC, and a small window for visually monitoring the coolant level.

EK-Pro Pump Reservoir Manifold X3 D5 - Acetal
This is a custom water-cooling reservoir, routing, and pump solution. It can act as a regular pump-reservoir combo, be used as a manifold, or practically as a distribution plate, even though its aesthetics vastly differ from most distro plates. The X3 in the name designates the number of components it can directly connect as a manifold, and D5 indicates a single D5 pump pushing the liquid around the loop. It can be mounted to the case in many different ways. EK-Pro Pump Reservoir Manifold X3 D5 has M4 screw threads on the side opposite the ports and on the backside, allowing for plenty of mounting options, multiplied by the bracket with 120 mm fan mounting hole spacing (105 mm). Eight (8) G1/4" ports are available, of which two (2) act as dedicated fill and drain ports.

The Alphacool Core Flat Reservoir not only looks sleek with its aRGB lighting, but also offers flexibility with a total of 5 connections. The reservoir is made entirely of acrylic. The installation of a D5 or VPP pump is required for operation. Due to its flat design, the Core Flat Reservoir also fits in small cases.

Core Design
A key element of Alphacool's Core Design series are the chrome-plated G1/4" connections made of brass. In the Core Flat Reservoir, the connections are recessed rather than screwed into a thread, bypassing the problem of possible leaks due to cracking from the direct screwing of the connections into the acrylic. The connections are in two parts, fitted with an O-ring and counter each other when mounted in the acrylic. This not only ensures absolute sealing of each connection, but also allows for the clear and functional appearance of the Alphacool Core Design series.

EK, the industry-leading premium liquid cooling gear manufacturer, is proud to announce a complete portfolio of the EK-Pro Line, with all the necessary components needed for full enterprise-grade custom liquid-cooling loops, ensuring optimal performance for System Integrators, Data Centers, AI/ML-focused companies, and workstations. Traditionally known for its focus on GPU and CPU water blocks, the EK-Pro Line has evolved to address the dynamic requirements of System Integrators and Data Centers. Building upon its commitment to innovation, EK is steadily introducing new product series.

This strategic evolution allows customers to acquire every essential component needed for a complete enterprise-grade custom liquid-cooling loop directly from EK's webshop. From monoblocks and fittings to tubes, manifolds/combo units, radiators, and more, all the necessary components are now available through a one-stop shop purchase. EK's progressive product-by-product approach has now come to fruition, providing enthusiasts, System Integrators, Data Centers, and AI/ML-focused companies with a convenient and streamlined solution for crafting their custom cooling setups. Tailor-made for HPC systems and high-compute density applications, the EK-Pro Line offers a comprehensive suite of liquid cooling solutions for their advanced computing needs.

EK, the premium water-cooling gear manufacturer, is launching a new pump-reservoir combo unit with a plethora of G1/4" ports, allowing it to also act as a manifold. EK-Pro Pump Reservoir Manifold X6 D5 - Acetal has enough ports to work with a total of six water-cooling components, for example, two CPUs, two GPUs, and two radiators. It also has a dedicated fill port, a drain port with an optional QDC, and a small window for visually monitoring the coolant level.

EK-Pro Pump Reservoir Manifold X6 D5 - Acetal
This is a custom water-cooling reservoir, routing, and pump solution. It can act as a regular pump-reservoir combo, be used like a manifold, or, practically, as a distribution plate, even though its aesthetics vastly differ from most distro plates. The X6 in the name designates the number of components it can directly connect as a manifold, and D5 indicates a single D5 pump pushing the liquid around the loop. It can be mounted to the case in many different ways. EK-Pro Pump Reservoir Manifold X6 D5 has M4 screw threads on the side opposite to ports and on the backside, allowing for plenty of mounting options, multiplied by the bracket with 120 mm fan mounting hole spacing (105 mm). A staggering 14 G1/4" ports are available, of which two act as dedicated fill and drain ports.

EK, the premium water-cooling gear manufacturer, is launching a new universal distribution plate - EK-QuantumX Loophole Distroplate D5 PWM. The distro features an entire wall filled with ports, allowing users to pick the ones that fit their unique build perfectly. As the waterway has no prebuilt inner channels but rather an "open space" internal structure, the user can custom-route tubes from one port to another within the distro itself using micro 90-degree angled adapters and micro HDP or HDC fittings. This unprecedented flexibility and customizability is also reflected in the universal mounting on 140 mm fan mounting holes, enabling compatibility with almost any modern PC case. This product does not feature any LED illumination.

The EK-QuantumX Loophole Distroplate D5 PWM is a custom water-cooling reservoir, routing, and pump solution that can be mounted on 140 mm fan patterns inside the chassis (provided there's enough room for it in the case). It is unique in the sense that there are no pre-made channels for coolant routing. Instead, the channels are built by the user. The distro can be mounted on practically any 280 mm (2x140mm) mounting point, and with angled brackets (sold separately), users can mount it 90° to a 120 mm or 140 mm fan mount. It is part of the QuantumX Line aimed at enthusiasts who wish to stand out. The product comes in two finishes: Silver and Black.

EK, the renowned provider of high-quality water-cooling solutions, is introducing the EK-Quantum Kinetic FLT Accent - Silver. Crafted with meticulous precision, these interchangeable silver aluminium covers are designed to seamlessly replace the black aluminium covers on the Quantum Kinetic FLT combo units and Volume FLT reservoirs.

The EK-Quantum Kinetic FLT Accent - Silver is available in four sizes, with each one designed to flawlessly align with corresponding EK-Quantum Kinetic FLT combo units and Volume FLT reservoirs that share the same size number:

• EK-Quantum Kinetic FLT 80 Accent - Silver
• EK-Quantum Kinetic FLT 120 Accent - Silver
• EK-Quantum Kinetic FLT 240 Accent - Silver
• EK-Quantum Kinetic FLT 360 Accent - Silver

EK, the premium water cooling gear manufacturer, is proud to introduce the limited edition EK-Quantum Torsion A60 PC case, created specially for liquid-cooled builds. It is entirely built of CNC-milled aluminium, weighing around 22 kg. The EK-Quantum Torsion A60 is not just a case but a statement. Its machined channels for custom-sleeved cables and an integrated D5-powered distribution plate make it a true marvel for water-cooling enthusiasts. The case fits the mid-tower standard and fits up to three medium-thick EK-Quantum Surface P360 radiators. A tempered glass side panel, an integrated vertical GPU bracket, and support for ATX and E-ATX motherboards are only a few of the perks this chassis has to offer.

Crafted in Aluminium, Cooled in Style
EK-Quantum Torsion A60 boasts a chassis machined entirely out of 6082 aluminium alloy using state-of-the-art CNC machining. The 6082 alloy has the highest strength among the 6000 series alloys and boasts excellent corrosion resistance. This results in a case that not only exudes durability but radiates a sense of refined elegance. The precisely engineered design showcases attention to detail in every facet, making it the perfect canvas for your liquid cooling ambitions. Every piece is held together with hex screws, so you can disassemble, customize, and modify anything you desire.

Installation with a simple click? The Core Push Mounting Kit from Alphacool simplifies the installation of a Core Distro Plate. The Push Mounting Kit allows easy and secure mounting of a Core Distro Plate on a radiator or in a PC case. The metal pins are screwed to the Distro Plate and the matching sockets are attached to the radiator or PC case. In the next, tool-free mounting step, the Distro Plate is pushed onto the pins. Thus, the mounting system offers a very solid and stable mount of the Distro Plate and at the same time eases the disassembly for maintenance or expansion projects considerably. The Core Push Mounting Kit is now available in 17 mm, 25 mm and 50 mm versions in the Alphacool Online Shop.

You want to fill your cooling loop without any hassle? The new ES Orbiter Filling Station from Alphacool enables very simple and extremely effective, bubble-free filling of water cooling systems. With two powerful pumps, the system to be filled is vented in no time. Thanks to the integrated high-performance filter in the station, the coolant is also cleaned of the finest particles, making it just as ideal for cleaning cooling loops.

Via the slightly raised G1" filling cap on the top, the cooling system is filled effortlessly with the Alphacool ES Filling Station. The illuminated viewing window makes it easy to monitor the fill level at any time, even in poorly lit environments. The integrated reservoir has a sufficiently large capacity of approx. 4500 ml. In addition, the Filling Station has a maintenance door to allow work to be carried out, such as changing filters. The ES Filling Station is now available in our online store (Editor's note: for €399.98 inc. VAT).

Phanteks, a leading manufacturer of premium PC components, has announced the launch of its latest water-cooling products, the Glacier C370 CPU block and the Glacier R260 reservoir. These products are designed to provide high-performance cooling for PC enthusiasts who demand the best. Upgrade your CPU cooling system with the Phanteks Glacier C370I & C370A water block, designed for Intel sockets 1700/1200/115x & AMD sockets AM4/AM5 respectively. Both the Intel and AMD versions have been optimized with a jet plate design to focus the water flow directly onto the CPU chip. Combined with an oversized fin array, the C370 CPU water blocks provide high performance cooling to get the most out of modern high TDP CPUs.

The Digital-RGB lighting adds an eye-catching touch to your build, with customizable lighting effects. The easy-to-install mounting system makes installation a breeze for both new and experienced builders. With the Phanteks Glacier C370 CPU Water Block, you can ensure optimal performance and aesthetics for your PC build.

Excellent cooling for industrial applications! With the ES Orbiter 360 TS, Alphacool introduces a compact external cooling system. The powerful ES Orbiter is equipped with two NexXxoS Full Copper radiators of the HPE variant. The increased number of water channels and copper fins allows more coolant to flow through the radiator for significantly increased cooling performance. The radiators are optimally ventilated by the three built-in Alphacool Core 120 mm fans. Thus, a high waste heat of up to 1500 watts can be effectively dissipated.

The compact design of the Orbiter 360 TS is kept simple. It not only has an illuminated, colored temperature display, but also two recessed handles that allow for easy lifting or transportation. On the fill level indicator on the front, it is possible to see how much coolant is in the cooling system. The fill port and the adjacent vent valve on the top make it easy to top up the liquid when needed.

EK, the premium water-cooling gear manufacturer, is launching a new distro plate for the Lian Li O11D XL chassis. The distro has a built-in EK-Quantum Lumen screen, a 7" IPS monitor that can be seen from the front of the case. It is designed to provide advanced water cooling with the latest 3rd-generation SATA-powered D5 pump, removing the need for additional 4-pin Molex cables. The Reflection² series distribution plates are EK-Matrix7 compliant.

The EK-Quantum Reflection² PC-O11D XL D5 PWM D-RGB - Screen Edition is a custom water-cooling reservoir, routing, and pump solution that seamlessly fits into the front of the case showing off a beautiful 7" IPS screen with an aluminum frame. This waterway is also equipped with six innovative push-in ports that come with female G1/4" threaded adapters. The idea is that users can easily assemble the whole radiator + fittings + tubing combo and use these push-in adapters to simply slide it into the distribution plate. The bottom radiator is mounted via a special metal bracket.

With Core Storm and Core Wind, Alphacool offers new complete water cooling kits that include all components for building a performance-oriented CPU cooling system. With the included mounting hardware, the CPU cooler is compatible with popular mainstream sockets from AMD and Intel. Even AMD's newest AM5 socket can be water-cooled with the Core Wind or Core Storm sets without any difficulties.

The sets are not only aimed at beginners, but also at enthusiasts. The selected components are optimally matched and come from Alphacool's DIY program. Thanks to the included quick-connect coupling, the loop can be easily expanded with additional components such as radiators, GPU coolers or sensors without having to drain or rebuild the water loop.

EK, the premium water cooling gear manufacturer, is expanding the Reflection² distribution plate series with a new product specifically designed for the Lian Li O11D Mini case. The EK-Quantum Reflection² PC-O11D Mini D5 PWM D-RGB is a custom water cooling reservoir, routing, and pump solution that seamlessly fits into the front of the case and includes the enthusiast-favorite D5 pump. This product is EK-Matrix7 compatible and is easily implemented with other EK-Quantum products that are Matrix7 compatible, allowing for straight and easy tubing runs.

Designed to offer unique aesthetics and ease of use, this advanced all-in-one waterway solution comes with a pump, reservoir, simple mounting mechanism, and multiple industry-standard G1/4" threaded inlets and outlets. The placement of these inlets and outlets is aligned to fit with other EK-Matrix7 compatible products to minimize the number of tube bends when you're creating the loop. It was engineered to support a maximum of five components.

EK, a premium water cooling gear manufacturer, is launching the EK-Quantum Reflection² Fractal XL D5 PWM D-RGB - a custom-designed water cooling reservoir, routing, and pump solution made to fit two Fractal Design cases. This distro plate is specifically designed to provide an advanced water cooling solution with a market-leading D5 pump and is meant for users who are looking to build custom loop liquid cooling in Fractal Design cases. This Reflection² distribution plate is EK-Matrix7 compatible and is also equipped with an innovative push-in port that comes with a female G1/4" threaded adapter.

Today, Alphacool introduces the ES 4U reservoir with integrated D5 pump top from the Enterprise Solutions series. The combination of pump top and reservoir is designed to be mounted directly into the front of 4U servers. This gives you easier maintenance possibilities thanks to clever positioning in the server case!

Another plus point is the cover used, it is made exclusively of acrylic, allowing you to see and control the water cooling level at any time. In addition, the acrylic cover has 2 inlets and outlets with G1/4" threads, which allow easy filling, draining and bleeding of the cooling loop even when installed in the case. The integrated pump top and is compatible with all D5 format pumps. The pump retaining ring, pump O-ring and all screws are included.

Bitspower today introduced the XYZ, a small pump+reservoir contraption for small to medium-size liquid cooling loops involving single 240 mm to 360 mm radiators. Made almost entirely of clear acrylic with an attached pump, the XYZ can hold up to 180 ml of coolant in a zig-zag tube-shaped channel, including a flow indicator. The integrated Bitspower P5D pump offers a flow-rate of up to 14.5 L/m, with a maximum noise output of 40 dBA. It can be regulated using standard 4-pin PWM signal. The acrylic body is studded with addressable RGB LEDs that take in standard 3-pin headers, and can be controlled via software. Available now, the XYZ is priced at the equivalent of USD $160.

EK, the premium liquid cooling gear manufacturer, is releasing a new Quantum line of small form factor pump-reservoir combo units. They come in well-known FLT form that makes them even easier to fit in tight spaces. The pump-reservoir combos come in both genuine D5 and DDC variants, as well as a body variant if you intend to use a DDC or D5 pump that you already own. EK-Quantum products come with sophisticated 5 V D-RGB addressable LEDs, which can be controlled through your motherboard RGB control software.

These pump-res combos are very similar to the EK-Quantum Kinetic 120 units but come in an even smaller form - 80 mm. This makes them extremely convenient for small form factor builds and wherever space is an issue. The unit features standard 120 mm and 80 mm fan mounting holes for maximum flexibility during the installation. The side of the unit has two more M4 threaded screw holes, 65 mm apart, that are also present on the EK-Loop Uni Pump Reservoir Brackets, which are sold separately.

CORSAIR, a world leader in enthusiast components for gamers, creators, and PC builders, today announced the launch of a stunning new entry in the Hydro X Series: the CORSAIR Hydro X Series XD7 RGB Pump/Reservoir Combo. This unique universal 360mm distribution plate system drives your custom cooling loop with powerful coolant flow, while offering advanced loop options, a unique aesthetic that cleverly mimics the look of CORSAIR case fans, and 36 individually addressable RGB LEDs. Available in both black and white, the XD7 RGB unlocks a wealth of new cooling configurations that puts it at the heart of your custom cooling loop.

The XD7 RGB's unique distribution plate and pump system expands the possibilities of Hydro X Series custom cooling configurations. The acrylic distribution plate links to all components of your loop, powered by an integrated Xylem D5 pump. Its triple ring-shaped coolant channel design brilliantly displays your coolant through a transparent 140ml reservoir, illuminated by 36 individually addressable RGB LEDs when paired with a CORSAIR iCUE Controller (sold separately). Three pairs of strategically placed, nylon-reinforced inlet and outlet ports offer easy access for connecting a CPU water block, GPU water block, radiators, and more in a seamless high-performance cooling loop, with additional fill, drain, and temperature sensor ports for easy coolant management.