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Cooler Master NotePal X Slim Ultra Slim Laptop Cooling Pad with 160mm Fan R9 NBC XSLI GP Black X Slim
Last Updated: March 4, 2022 (Refresh Now)
7.4
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
997
Old Reviews
719
Unverified
54
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6.3 meters
SIZE
Yes
USB
Review Analysis - 224 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Sound
49loud, noise, quiet, hear, noisy
+47%
-53%
" ... It's much louder than I expected, which is annoying. ... "
" ... This is a very noisy fan. ... "
" ... Louder than expected. ... "
" ... I put my MacBook Pro 16 on here and boy was it loud! ... "
" ... I had high hopes but I might have got a defective piece because it was SO loud. ... I put my Macbook Pro 15 inch on t and it got even louder. ... "
" ... the sound was so obnoxious . ... "
" ... The fan used to be pretty quiet when I first got it, but after 2 months of use the fan is horribly noisy. ... "
" ... It makes a VERY LOUD SOUND when turned on. ... I thought maybe it was a fluke, but every time I turned it on, it was insanely loud, like a jet engine taking off. ... "
Cooling
48cooling pad, cooler, cools, cooler master, fan
+94%
-6%
" ... It seems to do well cooling, like the old one -- It's just noisier. ... "
" ... So I bought a cooling mat to help keep the system cooler and lower the fan noise. ... - when I don't have the chill mat fan on, the laptop seems to run about 1 degree C cooler - I believe from being raised up on a mesh platform to allow more airflow ... The chill mat will help keep laptop cool when in this partial enclosure. ... "
" ... Works well with the g14 keeps it cooler at idle ... "
" ... It's a decent laptop cooling pad. ... "
" ... Overall very impressed with the cooler. ... "
" ... I always trust cooler master with their cooling designs and let me tell you that this laptop cooler can definitely cool and it drops my temp by 10 degrees celcius ... "
" ... I got this Cooler Master cooling fan pretty cheap, ~$20usd, and for the money it's a BIG win! ... All in all, it's a solid piece of cooling equipment at a great price! ... "
" ... The last thing I wanted was a gigantic cooling pad that featured 1 million LED's that can be seen from space, as well as 5 fans all running at Mach 3 and a giant footprint that took up more desk space than the laptop would on its own. ... It fits my Alienware M15 R3 perfectly, runs quietly, provides extra cooling that keeps the laptops fans itself from kicking into high gear as much as they used to do (granted, after undervolting the CPU I've never had issues with it running hot, but the internal fans would ramp up when editing video or gaming), and does not provide any distractions from a visual or auditory standpoint. ... The large single fan moves plenty of air which provides plenty of extra cooling without being excessively loud. ... "
Connectivity
40port, laptop, plug, ports, fan
+78%
-23%
" ... The USB cable has areas that allow it to be tucked away and stored. ... "
" ... The pad itself is very lightweight and I appreciate the USB passthrough so I do not have to sacrifice a USB port to have this thing with me. ... "
" ... Plugs right into usb A port (connector has a pass thru so you can still use the same port for other devices. ... "
" ... it keeps my laptop cool. ... "
" ... although I do recommend running it off a USB hub if you're doing that. ... "
" ... It has a nice design to it, and even makes the plug a usb connection so you don't lose one of your usb ports, however, the usb port extension is a bit hard to get a usb into, maybe cause its new, but it still works. ... "
" ... I also love that the USB has a built in USB, so you're not losing a plug. ... "
" ... This pad just fits under this laptop and uses the USB run it (includes a cable with a USB port to replace the one used for the fan.) ... "
Body
31build quality, legs, mesh, fan, cooler
+74%
-26%
" ... The build quality is very good for this price point, typical Cooler Master fit and finish. ... "
" ... Nice grippy mesh and plastic too. ... "
" ... I'll start with the positive stuff, because the build quality and machining of this product for such a reasonable price is excellent. ... "
" ... Being able to adjust the bumper means you can fit just about any laptop size. ... "
" ... Has proper ventilation so your legs dont get hot. ... great for traveling ... "
" ... Quality of build seems OK. ... "
" ... It feels sturdy and looks ok enough to have out on the table. ... "
" ... Best part is its rated at a solid 70CFM, now thats some airflow for something this compact. ... "
Size
2817, legs, cooler, slides, thin
+89%
-11%
" ... Just the size of my laptop and my laptop is now cool. ... "
" ... If you move your cooler master away from you the legs snap back into close position. ... "
" ... I bought these for my wife who works from home and she said it was very well made and fit perfectly on her small desk not bulky or hard to use. ... "
" ... The product is secure. ... I have lots of portable computers, and each has its own pad. ... "
" ... It has great quality materials and the fans can be moved anyplace needed, but it’s a lie that it fits a 17” laptop. ... A 15” laptop is the maximum to fit ... "
" ... It would fit right in in a professional environment as well as on your desk at home. ... It's also light and thin enough to throw in a laptop bag and carry with you without being a hindrance. ... "
" ... It's slightly smaller footprint than my laptop so it works great and no need to have anything hanging off the sides. ... Being able to adjust the bumper means you can fit just about any laptop size. ... "
" ... It is super quiet and it fits into my backpack really easily! ... It seems to get some really good airflow though so if your vents are on the bottom of your laptop I feel this will work wonderfully. ... "
Performance
23job, laptop cooler, laptop, fan speed, fan
+100%
" ... this cooler save my old Macbook from overhearting cpu, ... "
" ... Since I started using this device it consistently runs at 100% with no CPU throttling. ... "
" ... It’s quiet and does the job. ... "
" ... I always purchase laptop coolers for any of the laptops that I have. ... "
" ... Keeps the noisy internal fan on my HP 15 Notebook consistently at a lower RPM which is a huge pro for me. ... "
" ... This laptop cooler is almost perfect for my needs. ... "
" ... It really does a great job keeping my laptop from overheating. ... "
" ... I would like if it were quieter, perhaps use two speed settings. ... "
Reliability
17fan, years, lasted, died, year
+29%
-71%
" ... Lasted about 16 months. ... I've blown it out when it started at about 9 months and now it's just so far out it's scraping on the other parts inside. ... "
" ... Lasted 3 years of lots of use ... "
" ... I liked it a good deal, until it died completely in only three months. ... 40 dollars for three months of function is a ripoff. ... "
" ... The fan used to be pretty quiet when I first got it, but after 2 months of use the fan is horribly noisy. ... "
" ... I bought 3 of them, and 2 of them are bricks within 6 months of purchase. ... "
" ... So just over 6 months and it has stopped working. ... "
" ... Stops working intermittently and had it less than a month ... "
" ... I made several attempts to contact the company only to get their automated we are all busy message no matter what time of day I call. ... "
Gaming
15laptop, hot, games, cooling, cool
+87%
-13%
" ... My laptop is used for desktop publishing and light gaming. ... "
" ... I got this because my Alienware M17 was running hot (100c) when playing with Microsoft Flight Simulator. ... "
" ... Works great I'm running a gaming laptop on it with a 3060 and it definitely helps the cooling during a heavy gaming session ... "
" ... I bought this for my Dell G7 because though my laptop can handle games it still gets a bit hot sometimes. ... "
" ... Makes the base of my latop (non-gaming) much cooler. ... "
" ... My gaming laptop would run at high 80s, sometimes low 90s, with this now it runs from 60-70 Celsius, a significant drop. ... "
" ... Instantly helped cool my 17” msi gaming laptop ... "
" ... Works great to keep my gaming laptop cool enough for me to play 6+ hours ... "
Usage
13switch, turn, hear, fan, vacuum
+69%
-31%
" ... I have problem with nighthawk router kept hottest and no cooling down with built in fan. ... "
" ... The pad produces a VERY gentle breeze at the highest setting. ... "
" ... This is very simple and direct - just plug it and air comes out. ... "
" ... I can hear it from other rooms now. ... "
" ... For teenage son. ... "
" ... great for traveling ... "
" ... I got this for my niece to use with the laptop that I gave her so that she can do homeschooling. ... "
" ... Easy to turn on, hookup, and get it started ... - Ease of use. ... Wheel on side controls how strong you want the fans on ... It's just the mental association with heavy = better fans (like a vacuum or house fan). ... "
Design
13looks, fan, poor, mesh, look
+85%
-15%
" ... Nice grippy mesh and plastic too. ... "
" ... I will say that I liked the overall design of the product. ... "
" ... Love the accents on it and the minimalistic aesthetics. ... "
" ... Minimal design allows it to placed just about anywhere. ... "
" ... It feels sturdy and looks ok enough to have out on the table. ... "
" ... No flashy lights that I don't need. ... "
" ... I'm a big fan of its design, both from an aesthetic and utilitarian standpoint. ... "
" ... BTW I do like the design. ... "
Features
12lights, led, mode, features, turn
+75%
-25%
" ... Does the job without bright neon lights. ... "
" ... Many fans in this price range do NOT TURN THE LIGHT OFF. ... "
" ... I appreciate the fact there are no LED lights, are frills. ... "
" ... The LED light is cool, though I don't use it. ... "
" ... This is a light and very quiet fan. ... "
" ... Airflow excellent when legs out (ergo mode) ... "
" ... No LEDs or other non-functional features (unlike most coolers, this one looks like it might actually belong on an adult's desk). ... "
" ... No flashy lights that I don't need. ... "
Price
11product, buy, money, decent, worth
+73%
-27%
" ... decent product for the money. ... "
" ... Worth every penny. ... "
" ... Wish I could still buy this model at the same price I paid in 2014. ... Still, this was a well made product at a good price. ... "
" ... I looked and started to buy something twice the price. ... "
" ... I'll start with the positive stuff, because the build quality and machining of this product for such a reasonable price is excellent. ... "
" ... Would 100% buy again when the time comes. ... "
" ... It seems reasonably sturdy--not the sturdiest, but about right for the price point and not about to collapse in on itself just from having a heavy laptop on it. ... Overall this seems like a good deal for the price. ... "
" ... I bought the X-Slim at a decent price ($25) vs spending more money for higher end models. ... "
Marketplace
9replacement, original, listing, box, amazon
+22%
-78%
" ... I will be returning this. ... "
" ... Absolutely the worst thing I've ever bought from Amazon. ... "
" ... Sending it back. ... "
" ... If I hadn't discarded the box, I would return it. ... "
" ... When I ordered I missed the specs in the Amazon listing stating it’s 16 to 20 dB. ... "
" ... The item should be a brand new one. ... Because of the COVID-19 out there, I don't want to go outside to return it. ... "
Cable
9usb, cord, wire, either side, connector
+22%
-78%
" ... The flaw comes in the short cord they offer to connect to the cooling pad to the computer. ... As a result the cord and the connection port into the cooling pad both now have a short. ... "
" ... It is not study on the power connector. ... connector needs to be hidden, or wired directly. ... "
" ... There are cable channels to rout it to either side, though they could be more secure. ... The cable itself is alright, a little long and I would prefer one that could be replaced. ... "
" ... The cable comes out the damn SIDE so you’re gonna lose the port that’s right next to your usb. ... Note to designers- send a flat cable out the end of the usb connector. ... "
" ... only issue is the cable require a tad of management at times (the stays don't have good grips to hold it entirely in place, but a little tape and it's reasonable). ... "
" ... The only drawback is the cheap wire which connects to the USB power source on your laptop. ... The wire wears out after a couple of years and breaks off. ... "
" ... I tried to see if maybe it was a cord problem and it was not, the fans no longer will turn on. ... "
Comfort
6rubber, lap, height, anti slip, angle
+100%
" ... Being able to adjust the bumper means you can fit just about any laptop size. ... "
" ... Adds some height, but the ergo's can be worked out, & it's no worse than others of it's ilk. ... "
" ... If you put your hand on the surface, it feels cool from the airflow, but you're not gonna feel anything from even a few inches away. ... "
" ... The only con I could see is if your laptop doesn’t have a bottom rubber anti slip like my alienware does. ... "
" ... Easy to grip stand and the laptop together to move from place to place. ... "
" ... Works okay on my lap, but not on a flatter soft surface like a couch cushion. ... "
Marketplace / Marketplace
4amazon, works, seller, ordered, described
+25%
-75%
" ... Absolutely the worst thing I've ever bought from Amazon. ... "
" ... When I ordered I missed the specs in the Amazon listing stating it’s 16 to 20 dB. ... "
" ... The item should be a brand new one. ... "
Cleaning
4vacuum, due, clean, causing, laptop
+25%
-75%
" ... There is no where for the air to go so almost creates a vacuum due to how flat the MacBook is causing it to be super loud. ... "
" ... I couldn't open it, due to it being riveted shut, so I tried to manually dislodge the dust . ... "
Marketplace / Returns
3replacement, original, returning, returned, got
-100%
" ... I will be returning this. ... "
" ... Sending it back. ... "
" ... If I hadn't discarded the box, I would return it. ... "
Display
3led, larger, laptop, inch, 17
+67%
-33%
" ... The screen top is metal. ... "
" ... - LED TURNS OFF (huge pro). ... "
Battery
3laptop, usb, charging
+67%
-33%
" ... Other online spourcfes say it extends battery life. ... "
" ... I purchased this for my old laptop, which has an aging battery. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 6.3 meters
Connectivity
USB: Yes
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