Best LGA 1700 CPU cooler for Intel 12th gen & mounting Kits
With Intel and Z690 motherboards now moving to a new socket, you are going to need a supporting LGA 1700 bracket for your cooler, let's take a look at the best compatible options.
Looking for the best Intel CPU cooler? Intel has replaced the LGA 1200 socket size for the rectangular LGA 1700. Compared to its predecessor, LGA 1700 features 500 more pins, requiring the 12th gen processors to be 7.5mm longer. This is the first major change in Intel’s LGA CPU socket size in well over a decade (since LGA 775) for the consumer-grade market. This is our best LGA 1700 CPU cooler article.
You will be happy to know that every major manufacturer in the cooling game has already produced compatible LGA 1700 brackets for most of their models, we are going to be showcasing these new brackets, listing all compatible AIO and air coolers for the new socket, while also finding the best LGA 1700 compatible cooler for Intel 12th gen CPUs.
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Asus ROG RYUJIN II 360 CPU Cooler
Asus ROG RYUJIN II 360 CPU Cooler
Aesthetically, the ASUS ROG Ryujin II is one of the most aesthetically pleasing AIO coolers on the market, mostly thanks to its huge pump and accompanying LCD Screen.
This model is available in both 240 and 360mm, giving builders with different size cases an opportunity to incorporate this into their system.
Then Ryuijin features 380mm long tubing comprised of thick rubber and sleeved, to add durability and make it look more appealing. The main talking point behind this AIO is the addition of the LCD screen, which allows any image or GIF you desire to appear front and center. The LCD screen also has AIDA64 support, meaning you can slap system information on the 3.5″, full-color screen if so inclined.
All in all, we have a beefy, efficient radiator that will provide your new Intel 12th gen CPU with all the cooling it needs and the inclusion of this massive pump and screen just makes it all the better.
You can check out our full review of the ASUS ROG Ryujin II here.
Noctua NH-D15
Noctua NH-D15
The Noctua NH-D15 stands head and shoulders against a lot of the competition, with this air cooler even giving liquid options a ruin for their money.
The design is a bit hit and miss for some, however, we are a fan of the brown, and it’s the cooling potential that matters most. The size can be quite of putting for a lot of builders, with a bit of extra clearance needed for the two giant heatsinks and accompanying 140mm fans. Noctua does offer an ‘S’ variant for those that really want this model but lack the space.
Overall, if you can fit this in your PC, it’s a beast. The max noise sits near 24.6dB and with a max RPM of 1500, you’ve got a powerful cooling solution here.
Corsair iCUE H150i Elite Capellix Liquid CPU Cooler
Corsair iCUE H150i Elite Capellix Liquid CPU Cooler
When the Corsair H150i iCUE Elite Capellix first arrived on the scene, it was high on a lot of PC builders’ lists. Corsair managed to keep cooling as efficient as ever but updated the aesthetics in a glorious fashion.
The cooling potential of the H150i matches the competition and there are other similar variants to cater for a variety of case sizes too. This 360mm option is perfect for the new i9-12900K, and the RGB makes any system look magnificent.
Speaking of aesthetics, there are few coolers that do it as well as the Capellix. From the pump to the fans, it looks great and the fact it can provide all the cooling a high TDP CPU needs is a welcome bonus.
be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 4
be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 4
The Dark Rock Pro 4 by be quiet! is a popular option in the PC realm, thanks to its highly efficient cooling performance and near-silent operation. you could opt for any cooler on this list to take care of the i7-12700K but we have always been a fan of the Dark Rock Pro 4, thanks to its efficiency, noise output, and ease of installation.
Aesthetically this is a rival to the Noctua above, giving you a beefy air cooler in an all-black aesthetic. The size is quite large thanks to the giant heatsinks and fans but the low noise of 24.3 dB maxed is marvelous.
Lastly, the Dark Rock is very easy to install and takes any stresses large cooler installation can have with a well thought out design, it’s great.
Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition
Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition
Despite being a budget cooler, the Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition is still a fan favorite. The cooling performance is exceptional for the price and you are still getting relatively quiet operation too.
With four aluminium pipes and aluminium fins, this is highly effective at its job. Considering how affordable this is, a low noise output of 26dB is not to be sniffed at either but you should avoid this if buying one of the top two Intel 12th gen SKUs.
The performance of this cooler may not match the rest in this round-up but it is a solid option for anyone looking to buy an i5-12600K or 12400 and deserves its place among these LGA 1700 coolers.
Final Word
With every manufacturer in the cooling game now providing LGA 1700 brackets, no one has to buy a new cooler when investing in the next generation of hadrware. For everyone else looking to upgrade, the AIO and air coolers in this list are the best in their class and will efficiently cool your new Alder Lake CPU with ease.
Don’t forget, if you have one of the compatible coolers listed above, you can contact the manufacturer and possibly get an LGA 1700 bracket sent out for free, if not, they are relatively cheap. We hope our best LGA 1700 CPU cooler article helped you find your next Intel 12th Gen CPU cooler.