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Results

Temperatures

At overclocked speeds, idle results show that the CoolIT Domino scored just two degrees more than ambient temperature. This is an incredible result. The ‘Performance’ mode’s temperature was only one degree behind at 23 degrees. Drawing with two of the Air coolers is the Domino in ‘Quiet’ mode.

CoolIT Domino A.L.C

The load results at overclocked speeds were even better. At full belt the temperature only increased by a mere three degrees. The other modes only increased by four degrees which isn’t bad at all.

CoolIT Domino A.L.C

All in all the air coolers got beaten down. They’re not cheap either with one of them retailing at £65!

Noise

I wouldn’t as go as far as saying the Domino A.L.C is quieter than all the air coolers we tested, as it’s ever so slightly louder than the Scythe Mugen 2. However, it’s very quiet and practically inaudible when set to ‘Quiet’ mode.

However, when switched to ‘Full’ it sounds as though it’s about to take off. This isn’t ideal if you’re not using headphones and doing simple computer tasks; but if you’re gaming using a headset, when the extra performance is vital, it probably isn’t a problem.

Most of us will probably stick the CoolIT in ‘performance’ mode, which is only just louder than ‘quiet’ mode.

LCD

CoolIT Domino A.L.C

The LCD is a really useful feature. It displays CPU temperature, fan speed, pump speed and a number of other useful information. When something goes wrong, it will also alert you through a symbol on the display and a series of high pitch beeps. The blue backlight also really works in making things easier to read.

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