Description
Zalman CNPS12X BP ARGB CPU Air Cooler
Overview
The Zalman CNPS12X BP ARGB is a high-performance dual-tower CPU air cooler designed for powerful gaming PCs and demanding desktop systems. It combines two heatsinks, six direct-touch heat pipes, and dual 120mm PWM fans to provide strong heat dissipation. With support for up to 260W TDP and compatibility with modern AMD and Intel sockets, it is suitable for high-performance CPU builds.
Zalman CNPS12X BP ARGB Cooling
Dual-Tower Heatsink Design
6 Direct-Touch Heat Pipes
Up to 260W TDP Support
Nickel-Plated Copper Heat Pipes
Pure Copper and Aluminum Construction
Dual 120mm Fans
74.62 CFM Maximum Airflow
The six heat pipes transfer CPU heat directly from the base into the dual fin stacks. The twin-tower design increases the available cooling surface while the two 120mm fans push airflow through both heatsinks for efficient heat dissipation.
Zalman CNPS12X BP ARGB Fan Performance
120mm PWM Fans
800–1,800 RPM ±10%
Up to 74.62 CFM Airflow
Up to 1.94 mmH₂O Static Pressure
Up to 32.2 dB(A) Noise
Hydro Bearing
40,000-Hour Fan Lifespan
PWM control automatically adjusts fan speed according to CPU temperature. In addition, integrated anti-vibration rubber dampers help reduce vibration and structural resonance during operation.
Design and Compatibility
The CNPS12X BP features an offset heat-pipe layout designed to reduce interference with standard RAM modules. Its reinforcement bridge also strengthens the dual-tower structure and helps protect the heat pipes from bending. The cooler measures 120 × 120 × 153mm and weighs approximately 750g.
Intel LGA1851
Intel LGA1700
Intel LGA1200
Intel LGA115X
AMD AM5
AMD AM4
Ideal For
High-Performance Gaming PCs
AMD Ryzen Systems
Intel Core Systems
Workstations
Content Creation PCs
High-Power CPU Builds
Quick Technical Summary
Cooler: Zalman CNPS12X BP ARGB
Type: Dual-Tower CPU Air Cooler
Heat Pipes: 6
TDP: Up to 260W
Fans: 2 × 120mm
Fan Speed: 800–1,800 RPM
Airflow: Up to 74.62 CFM
Static Pressure: Up to 1.94 mmH₂O
Noise: Up to 32.2 dB(A)
Bearing: Hydro Bearing
Control: 4-Pin PWM
Dimensions: 120 × 120 × 153mm
Weight: 750g
Lighting: ARGB
Compatibility: AM5 / AM4 / LGA1851 / LGA1700 / LGA1200 / LGA115X
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