Last Updated: December 27, 2018 (Refresh Now)
Rosewill RCX Z90 AL 92mm Sleeve CPU Cooler
Last Updated: December 27, 2018 (Refresh Now)
7.1
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
278
Old Reviews
174
Unverified
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Review Analysis - 91 recent, verified reviews
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Overall performance
19intel, i5, cpu cooler, cpu, cooler
+84%
-16%
" ... Does its job better then stock intel ... "
" ... yo, 75C on load, super quiet. ... "
" ... If you are looking for a compact cooler for a stick clock processor this is a good choice. ... "
" ... Virtually the same specs as some CPU fans that cost more than $100. ... "
" ... At least for my old I3 3220. ... Does the job just fine for under powered and locked cpus. ... Better than stock intel. ... "
" ... Work great on my Ryzen 5 processor. ... "
" ... Very nice cooler for my i5-6400. ... "
" ... Its extremely quiet you forget your computer is even on. ... "
Cooling
14cooling, cpu, stock, cools, quiet
+86%
-14%
" ... The fan is extremely quiet and does a decent job of cooling the CPU. ... "
" ... I am using it on an FX-8300 CPU and it cools it no problem way better than stock. ... "
" ... I am very pleased with its performance, as I've noticed it cools well below what the stock cooler was capable of on my CPU ... "
" ... It does its job and cools a bit better than stock. ... "
" ... It does have a copper slug in the middle and installs like the stock cooler. ... "
" ... The cooler is fine. ... "
" ... Does fine in regard to cooling. ... "
" ... If this is compatible with your CPU, and you do not have special cooling needs--and if you do, consider liquid cooling--buy this. ... "
Setup
12install, easy to install, stars, since, easy
+83%
-17%
" ... would be easy to install (since I wouldn't be the one doing the installation). ... "
" ... Whisper quiet, and my machine has been running smooth ever since installation. ... "
" ... It was also easy to install after watching a short video of someone else installing it. ... "
" ... Great system and even though it was a bit tricky to install on my Gryphon Z97 Armor mother board, it works as expected. ... "
" ... Can't really hear it period, easy install, matches my red/black theme. ... "
" ... installed ok, works well enough. ... "
" ... The cooler is fairly easy to install but has the normal issues with the push pin style connectors. ... Overall very happy with the product and I would give it 5 stars but for the push pin style installation method. ... "
" ... Installation was easy (907A-G43 mobo). ... "
Fit
11clips, socket, fan, small, pins
+45%
-55%
" ... Unable to fit on ASrock boards due to built-in MOSFET heatsinks. ... Their solution to mounting it is using the AMD clips which are far too bulky and don't bend well. ... "
" ... Does not fit AM3 chipset, it broke the plastic mounting on the motherboard, and then one of the side clip halfs broke off. ... "
" ... The way the hooks are integrated into the base of the cooler won't allow you to even reach the retention brackets for the motherboard. ... "
Build Quality
11clips, mounting, bent, cooler, aluminum
+9%
-91%
" ... The worst aspect is the retainer clips that are crimped on to the cheap aluminum block. ... "
" ... Broke on me on arrival. ... Broke when opened package just look for another fan elsewhere. ... "
" ... Not sure if that's because of the broken frame or the fan itself. ... "
" ... I got it for an upgrade but didn't notice the pegs are plastic and therefore won't work on my board that has screw holes. ... "
" ... Also came with fin damage ... Their solution to mounting it is using the AMD clips which are far too bulky and don't bend well. ... "
" ... Does not fit AM3 chipset, it broke the plastic mounting on the motherboard, and then one of the side clip halfs broke off. ... Absolutely the cheapest chinese bent aluminum mounting heatsink I have ever handled. ... "
" ... the first hook from the cooler actually snapped off of it with next to no force from me. ... "
" ... (Rocc model) fell apart in my case, fried cpu. ... "
Sound Quality
6noise, stock cooler, quieter, louder, fan
+67%
-33%
" ... Works perfectly and very quiet. ... "
" ... Is running very smooth and no noice. ... "
" ... For that price I expected it to be like the intel stock cooler or louder, but boy oh boy, it was quieter and it looks good in my opinion, I would suggest this to anybody looking for a budget cooler for a red or red and black build. ... "
" ... The fan is very quiet and the overall build quality is great! ... "
Price
5works, well, nice, money, good
+100%
" ... Works well for the price. ... "
" ... It does look great, and adds a nice bit if pizazz to an otherwise basic build for a very little amount of money. ... "
" ... good for the price ... "
" ... does what it says for a decent price ... "
Product As Described
4advertised
+100%
" ... Pics explain more than what I can say about the product ... "
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
" ... I was mounting this using the included FOR am processors as shown in the photo. ... "
" ... Received as advertised ... "
Marketplace
4advertised
+100%
" ... Pics explain more than what I can say about the product ... "
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
" ... I was mounting this using the included FOR am processors as shown in the photo. ... "
" ... Received as advertised ... "
Product Reliability
3fan, rosewill, installed, died
+100%
" ... Usually a good and long lasting product. ... "
" ... If you have any doubts about rosewill, their quality is much improved over the last few years. ... "
" ... It's installed and functioning without issue. ... "
Device Compatibility
3computer
+67%
-33%
" ... I love computer modding and upgrading. ... "
" ... But if you don't have a window looking into your pc then it'll be fine! ... "
Comfort
3cpu, 1
+33%
-67%
" ... And the noise is very high pitched, it's like having a mosquito buzzing in your ear non-stop. ... I had a headache and ringing ears from being around the computer for about 1/2 hour. ... "
" ... The pressure it was putting on my CPU wile trying to lock it down was terrifying. ... "
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Specifications
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Size: 3.62 meters