Introduction

The last time we took a look at a cooler from Zalman it was way back in July! So it has been a while since we have seen Zalman's offerings. Today we will be taking a look at the CNPS9500 AM2 CPU Cooler which is compatible with AM2/754/939/940 AMD processors and features a pure copper heatsink and innovative curved heatpipe design for a heat transfer capacity of up to six heatpipes with the use of just three. Let's take a look and see how it compared to the other AM2 CPU coolers we have tested.

Heatsink Specs

Dimensions: 85(L) X 112(W) X 125(H)mm
Weight: 530g
Material: Pure Copper
Dissipation Area: 3,698cm2
Thermal Resistance:
- Silent Mode: 0.16 C/W
- Low-noise Mode: 0.12 C/W

Fan Specs

Bearing Type: 2 Ball-Bearing
Speed:
- Silent Mode: 1,350rpm +/- 10 %
- Low-noise Mode: 2,600rpm +/- 10 %
Noise Level:
- Silent Mode: 18.0dB +/- 10%
- Low-noise Mode: 27.5dB +/- 10%

Included Items:

CNPS9500 AM2
Thermal Grease
FAN MATE 2 (Fan Speed Controller)
Cable for FAN MATE2
Double-sided Tape(to attach FAN MATE2)
One(1) Clip
One(1) Lever
User's Manual

First Looks

The CNPS9500 AM2 comes in a nice retail packaging that is open in the front and the back so you can see the heatsink design and fan. On the back there is a small list of features as well as a list of compatible processor types.

Opening up the package the actual cooler is packaged in a clamshell-like plastic molding and the accessories are in a separate box. Getting everything out we have the CNPS9500 AM2 cooler, mounting hardware, Fan mate 2 controller, double-sided tape, thermal grease, and the users manual.

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