A Closer Look

The aluminium radiator is your standard fare. As such, there really isn't much to complain about. As for the FPI (fins-per-inch), ZADAK lists it as 22, and when I checked myself, it was indeed 22 fins per inch. Keep in mind that while more fins do mean more surface area for cooling, it also means more noise since higher-speed fans are needed, making ZADAK's choice of 1800 RPM fans a bit interesting. As for the tubing, it is braided for improved aesthetics, which is common practice at this point.


The pump block is circular by design, with an interesting top that uses a mirrored chrome-like finish (still just plastic), which definitely adds to the visuals. Still, its overall shape and design didn't appeal much to me personally. While up to personal taste, it at the very least stands out. I am also happy to note that the SPARK AIO has the pump power and ARGB cables coming off to the side of the swivel fittings, which means their range of motion won't be impeded, making for easier tubing management. Finally, the copper base could use a bit more polish; it's smooth to the touch, but has obvious machining marks, which shouldn't impact performance.


The ARGB fans don't have a specific model number; instead, this model is dubbed "SPARK Fan." The PWM range is 500–1800 RPM, with maximum airflow rated at 46.34 CFM. The fans use a nine-blade design, which tends to bridge the gap between airflow and static pressure. However, looking at the frames, I expect a good deal of blowback on the dense radiator. This is because rounded frames tend to leave too many gaps, which has air escape between fans. While it is not the most egregious example I have seen, it still hampers airflow, so it will be interesting to see how things shake out.