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be quiet! Dark Rock Slim CPU Cooler. Type: Cooler, Fan diameter: 12 cm, Rotational speed (max): 1500 RPM, Bearing type: Fluid Dynamic Bearing (FDB). Width: 127 mm, Depth: 72 mm, Height: 159.4 mm. Product colour: Black
Dark Rock Slim CPU Cooler
The Dark Rock Slim offers an exceptionally high cooling performance of 180W TDP and virtually inaudible operation. Perfect for high-end builds with limited space.
- Compact construction does not block memory slots
- Virtually inaudible Silent Wings 3 120mm PWM fan
- Achieves only 23.6dB(A) at maximum fan speed
- Four high-performance copper heat pipes
- Airflow-optimized, wave-contoured cooling fins
- Special black coating with ceramic particles enables perfect heat transfer
- Supports an additional 120mm fan; fan clips are included
- Easily installable black installation kit can be mounted from above
- Brushed aluminum top cover with diamond cut finish
Compact Construction
Powerful cooling in small spaces
The compact design achieves excellent heat dissipation in small spaces, making the Dark Rock Slim the perfect solution for high-end builds with limited space. Due to its compact construction no memory slots are blocked.
Virtually Inaudible Operation
Only 23.6dB(A) even at 100% PWM fan speed
The Silent Wings 3 120mm PWM fan features seven airflow-optimized fan blades, a six-pole motor for less vibration and a durable fluid-dynamic bearing. Decoupled fan mounting with vibration-isolating elements on the heat sink.
Exceptionally High Cooling Power
Achieving an incredible performance-to-noise ratio
Dark Rock Slim provides an impressive rating of 180W TDP and achieves low temperatures even during periods of peak CPU performance. It is also possible to add another 120mm fan for even better cooling.
Highly Advanced Design
The core features that result in high-end cooling
Dark Rock Slim is equipped with four advanced technology 6mm copper heat pipes that maximize the heat conductance. Airflow-optimized, wave-contoured cooling fins with small dots on their surfaces increase the air circulation. The special black coating with ceramic particles makes a perfect transfer of heat possible.
Dark Rock Slim CPU Cooler
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Dark Rock Slim, 180W TDP, 1500 rpm, 23.6dB
be quiet! Dark Rock Slim CPU Cooler. Type: Cooler, Fan diameter: 12 cm, Rotational speed (max): 1500 RPM, Bearing type: Fluid Dynamic Bearing (FDB). Width: 127 mm, Depth: 72 mm, Height: 159.4 mm. Product colour: Black
Warranty information: 3-year manufacturer’s warranty
Initial Release Date: 01/05/2019
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be quiet! Dark Rock Slim CPU Cooler BK024 Specifications
Product Type
Computer Cooling Systems
Product Type
CPU Fans & Heatsinks
Brand
Bequiet
Collection Model Be Quiet Dark Rock Slim
Collection Model Be Quiet Dark Rock Slim CPU Cooler
Manufacturer Product Type
Be Quiet CPU Fans & Heatsinks
Suitable for Processor
Product colour
Black
Number of fins 51
Fins material Aluminium
Fins material Aluminum
Number of heat pipes 4
Number of fans 1 fan(s)
Fan diameter 12 cm
Base plate material Copper
Product Family Dark Rock Slim CPU Cooler
Thermal Design Power (TDP) 180 W
Fan connector 4-pin
Power consumption (typical) 0.96 W
Rated voltage 12 V
Rated current 0.08 A
Type
Cooler
Depth 72 mm
Fan dimensions (W x D x H) 120 x 120 x 23 mm
Height 159.4 mm
Heatsink dimensions (W x D x H) 127 x 47.4 x 159.4 mm
Heat pipes diameter 6 mm
Width 127 mm
Weight 620 g
Rotational speed (max) 1500 RPM
Noise level (low speed) 11 dB
Noise level (high speed) 23.6 dB
Pulse-width modulation (PWM) support Yes
Bearing type Fluid dynamic bearing (FDB)
Year 2019
Suitable location Processor
Harmonized System (HS) code 84733080
Certification CE
Master (outer) case width 40 cm
Master (outer) case width 400 mm
Master (outer) case height 41 cm
Master (outer) case height 410 mm
Master (outer) case gross weight 17.2 kg
Products per master (outer) case 16 pc(s)
Master (outer) case length 475 mm
Master (outer) case length 47.5 cm
Master (outer) case weight 17.2 kg
Quantity per master (outer) case 16 pc(s)
Sustainability certificates RoHS
Compliance certificates RoHS
Manual Yes
Mounting Kit Yes
Package width 190 mm
Package depth 115 mm
Package height 190 mm
Package weight 993 g
Thermal grease Yes
Cable Length 0.22 m
Colour of product Black
MPN BK024
be quiet! Dark Rock Slim CPU Cooler BK024 Reviews
Silas - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on kitguru.net in the United Kingdom on 15 May 2019
be quiet! has always been well known for its high-performance air coolers, specifically within the Dark Rock range. It is from this lineup we have become familiar with huge, dual-fan coolers like the Dark Rock Pro – designed with both high performance and...
+Almost silent in operation, even at full load, The clean, all black aesthetic looks great, Additional accessories like extra fan mounts are always welcome, Great support for even high profile memory modules-Not the best in terms of raw thermal performance at this price point, Installation is a little fiddlyOverall, with the be quiet! Dark Rock Slim unboxed and in the hand, it's a pretty impressive piece of kit. There's no corners cut when it comes to build quality, and it feels just as good as other be quiet! coolers like the Dark Rock Pro. It's clearly wel...
Parm - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on hexus.net in the United Kingdom on 14 May 2019
be quiet! has updated its premium range of CPU coolers with a new offering dubbed the Dark Rock Slim. As the name suggests, this latest addition to the Dark Rock stable is designed to offer high-end cooling capabilities in a thinner package, making it a u...
+Very quiet during use, Slim, well-built form factor, Good cooling performance, Provides ample clearance for memory, Straightforward installation-Measly amount of thermal pastebe quiet!'s Dark Rock series of CPU coolers has improved over time. Thanks to incremental upgrades over the years, the current crop benefits from simplified mounting kits, ultra-quiet fans, improved performance and a stylish aesthetic that makes rival coo...
Mike - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on eteknix.com in the United Kingdom on 14 May 2019
For the sake of fairness, I feel that I have to start this review with something of a confession. We have in the past reviewed many of the be quiet! Dark Rock coolers and while we have always found them to be excellent in performance, there has always bee...
+Exceptionally well designed in every aspect, Much improved installation system, Exceptional performance in both temperatures and acoustics, A genuinely viable option for moderate overclocking, Strong aesthetics,-None, Neutral, The installation is a little bit fiddly and the manual could be better, be quiet! Dark Rock Slim Cooler Review,If you're looking for an exceptionally strong and quiet cooling solution for your PC on a budget, then the be quiet! Dark Rock Slim is certainly one to consider. Perhaps most surprisingly, it's not a brand I would usually associate with the word ‘budget'...
Reviewer - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on vortez.net in the United Kingdom on 14 May 2019
$A little over a year back, be quiet! Introduced both the Dark Rock and Dark Rock Pro, both of which were received very well However, one common complaint was their sheer size, often fouling on tall RAM modules or just that it doesn't fit into their ch...
+Incredibly quiet, As easy to install as any other tower cooler, Excellent Silent Wings 3 120mm PWM fan, Neutral, - Will suit most builds but don't expect it to be a great centre piece-Struggles with higher TDP CPUs, No rubber strips on the reverse side for an additional fan, despite providing the clipsbe quiet! aim to be a big name in the cooling industry, and as their name suggests, keeping things cool while keeping noise to a minimum is their biggest goal. As we saw last year with the Slim's bigger brothers, they performed remarkably well on both fro...
Antony - 4 out of 5 Reviewed on bit-tech.net in the United Kingdom on 14 May 2019
Following our review of Noctua's NH-U12A, air cooling is firmly back on the map, if it ever left, and if you lean more towards tried and tested air cooling than the latest bunch of all-in-one liquid coolers, we've got another interesting review for you to...
With its focus clearly on mainstream CPUs and also low noise, the Dark Rock Slim performed well compared to the competition in our Socket AM4 and LGA 1151 systems, outstripping the cheaper Arctic Freezer 33 eSports One and even giving some AIO coolers a r...