Gamdias Boreas M2-51D ARGB 120mm CPU Air Cooler with Digital Display

The Gamdias Boreas M2-51D ARGB is a single-tower CPU air cooler designed for mainstream desktop systems that demand both effective thermal management and real-time visibility into cooling performance. The standout feature of this cooler is its integrated crystal-clear digital display mounted at the top of the heatsink tower, which connects via a 9-pin USB header to provide live readouts of CPU temperature and fan RPM through Gamdias's ZEUS CAST software. Users can configure which data is shown, set temperature alarms, and switch between display modes without opening any monitoring overlay. At the core of the cooler sit five copper heat pipes using direct contact technology, meaning the pipes make contact with the CPU heat spreader directly through a thick copper base plate, improving heat transfer efficiency compared to designs that rely solely on an aluminium base. The fins are constructed from aluminium and are arranged to maximise surface area for heat dissipation. Cooling airflow is provided by a single 120 mm hydraulic bearing ARGB PWM fan. The fan operates between 800 and 2000 RPM (±10%), delivers up to 80.83 CFM of airflow, and generates up to 2.80 mmH₂O of static pressure. Noise output spans 10–32 dBA depending on load. The fan connects via a standard 4-pin PWM header, and its ARGB lighting syncs with compatible motherboards through a 5V 3-pin addressable RGB header. The cooler ships with a universal mounting kit compatible with Intel sockets LGA 1851, 1700, 1200, 1156, 1155, 1151, and 1150, as well as AMD AM5 and AM4 platforms. Its matte black finish and 158 mm total height make it suitable for most mid-tower and full-tower cases. Full DIMM clearance is maintained, allowing memory upgrades without removing the cooler. Verified Specifications: - Overall dimensions: 120 × 72 × 158 mm - Fan dimensions: 120 × 120 × 25 mm - Fan speed: 800–2000 RPM ±10% - Airflow: 80.83 CFM - Static pressure: 2.80 mmH₂O - Noise level: 10–32 dBA - Bearing type: Hydraulic - Heat pipes: 5 × copper (direct contact) - Fin material: Aluminium - Base material: Copper - Fan connector: 4-pin PWM (12 V) - ARGB connector: 5V 3-pin addressable RGB - Display connector: 9-pin USB - Socket compatibility: LGA 1851 / 1700 / 1200 / 1151 / 1150 / 1155 / 1156 | AM5 / AM4 - Warranty: 1 Year