Review: corsair hydro series h100i

At the first of November we gave the exclusive at the network level of the launch of the new series of Corsair Hydro H100i and H80 Extreme. New revisions with major improvements in design, piping and the incorporation of Corsair Link technology.

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CORSAIR H100i FEATURES
CPU block	Copper
Radiator	Dimensions: 120 x 275 x 27mm Aluminum material.
Fans	2 units of 120 x 120 x 25. Speed: 2700 RPM Air flow: 77 CFM Sound level: 38 dBA
Pipeline	Low permeability flexible plastic. Greater diameter than in lower versions.
Liquid	Within the system without the need for refilling.
Compatibility	AMD AM2, AMD AM3, AMD FM1, AMD FM2, Intel LGA 1155, Intel LGA 1156, Intel LGA 1366, Intel LGA 2011
Warranty	5 years.

• Even better performance with a dual 240mm radiator Includes Corsair Link to control speed and temperature on your PC. Simply connect the included cable to the motherboard and download the free software from Corsair Built-in coolant without changing the fluid or refilling Dual radiator that provides maximum dissipation area Multi-platform mounting kit without the need for tools Modular design allows for easier installation It is also compatible with Intel and AMD processors Large diameter low permeality tubes made of elastic plastic that offers high flexibility and excellent protection against leaks Minimum evaporation of the liquid that guarantees a long service life Pre-applied thermal paste For chassis with space to install two fans 120mm

We find among its characteristics a small comparison of what the new H100i is capable of with the Intel 3770k, an interesting 48ºC with an overclock of 4600 mhz. We would like to see the voltage used and the tests used.

The loudness between a standard heatsink is 1.32 dBa, which for lovers of silence can be a good amount.

Corsair presents its new liquid cooling kit in a robust black / red box. The cover we have the image of the new heatsink and the model. Most striking is the incorporation of Corsair Link technology.

At the back are all the main features and some comparative tables that we have seen in the characteristics of this analysis.

Once we open the box we find a quick guide and a warning that if we need to do RMA we contact them first.

All the components are perfectly protected so that they reach our hands perfectly.

For those who don't know, the Corsair H100i is a maintenance-free liquid cooling kit. This kit in particular has a special incorporating a double radiator, this allows us double surface for cooling. Improving if we add 4 fans in push & pull.

The radiator has a width of 2.75 cm this size makes it the ideal friend for 4 fan configurations in any box on the market.

The block includes a very important change of look. But it has also gained a lot with the addition of Corsair Link technology. What is Corsair Link? It is a technology designed by Corsair that allows us to manage, monitor and create different profiles for the pump and installed fans.

As we see below we have the USB plug for power.

And the two corsair link connections to install the two belts that allow us up to 4 4-pin fans.

The base is copper and incorporates the best pre-applied thermal paste: Shin Etsu.

Tubes thicker than any closed kit and super flexible are one of the most important improvements that we find in this kit.

Let's not fear that we can perfectly guide the block connections to adjust the radiator to our needs.

It is powered directly by a SATA power connection. It also includes a 3-pin plug that allows us to read the revolutions of the pump from the motherboard.

Finally I present several of the colors (RGB) that we can select from the management application:

The kit includes two 12 cm high performance fans that rotate at 2700 RPM, flow at 77 CFM, and produce a medium-high loudness level of 38 dBA.

The kit includes a wide variety of screws you can see below:

It is compatible with all existing socket on the market AMD and Intel.

The two strips on the left serve to connect the 4 fans to Corsair Link technology. While the one on the right gives power via mini-usb to an internal USB socket on the board.

The installation of the adapters is quick thanks to its magnetized system. Here is an example of the AM3 / FM2 socket.

The tests have been carried out on a powerful 3930K black leg socket 2011.

First we install the 4 LGA 2011 screws in the threads next to the socket.

We anchor the anchor for socket 1155/2011.

We install the block and tighten screws. The installation would look like this:

The application can be downloaded from the following link, Corsair Link. In this first image we can see that we carry all the monitoring and readings of the equipment: cpu, gpu, pump, fan rpm.

Although more than monitoring, I find it fascinating to be able to control all fans. In this image we see the temperature of the liquid….

We also control the pump, which has up to 4 power levels. This is very useful to create our profiles, for example: Silent PC, Daily use or Extreme. Depending on our needs, load the one that interests us the most.

In fans we have another style of profiles. Already designed we can modify or create our own…

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The pump incorporates several LEDs that allow us to insert RGB colors.

We can also create our monitoring profiles as a group.

Also graphically.

And extra options that give a plus to this fantastic kit.

TESTING BENCH
Processor:	Intel i7 3930K
Base plate:	Asus Rampage IV Extreme
Memory:	Kingston Hyperx Predator
Heatsink	Corsair H100i
HDD	Kingston Hyperx 120gb
Graphic card	Gigabyte GTX660 Ti OC
Power supply	Antec HCP850W
Box	Dimastech Mini White Milk
Thermal paste	Arctic MX4

This website has always been characterized by reviewing high-end material. As is the case we have used a pretty good 3930K with an Asus Rampage IV Extreme and 16 GB DDR3. We have overclocked the processor = 4800 mhz. As we can see below:

But we want to satisfy all our readers and we have included in the tests 2 more sockets: LGA 1155 with a 3570k at 4800 mhz and an AM3 + FX8350 at 4800 mhz as well. Here our tests:

The Corsair H100i is a maintenance-free liquid cooling kit. It incorporates a double 2.75 cm radiator, this allows us to double the surface for cooling, a pump integrated in the copper block, Corsair Link V2.0 technology, two 2700 RPM performance fans and its new flexible and thicker tubes than your previous reviews.

To test the team's performance we have used three high-end platforms:

• Intel 3930K LGA 2011 in stock speed and 4800mhz overclock: 36 -51ºC / 40-69ºCIntel 3570K LGA 1155in stock speed and 4800mhz overclock: 32-58ºC / 38-66ºCAMD FX8350 in stock speed and 4800mhz overclock: 25-44ºC / 31-65ºC

As we can see the performance is very good, being at the level of liquid cooling by parts. But with the advantages of not having to fill the liquid and the 5-year warranty that Corsair offers us.

I highlight two important improvements: The Corsair Link technology that allows us to monitor the management of the hot cooling system. Also the noise of the pump motor is hardly noticeable. As many of you know the previous version, affected units arrived and many incidents occurred. Two big improvements?

In short, if you are looking for a high-end liquid cooling kit, with a double 240 radiator, without having to worry about maintenance, without noise problems at the pump and with two good but somewhat noisy fans. The Corsair H100i Kit must be the chosen one. It has a RRP of approximately € 110, already available in online stores.

ADVANTAGE	DISADVANTAGES
+ DESIGN AND AESTHETICS.	- NONE.
+ SILENT PUMP.
+ GOOD FANS.
+ CORSAIR LINK TECHNOLOGY.
+ PERFORMANCE AND COMPATIBILITY WITH ALL CURRENT SOCKETS.
+ 5 YEARS WARRANTY

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