Conclusion & Final Thoughts

I never thought I'd be one to find a reason to endorse an enormous processor heatsink. At over 120mm in height, the Xigmatek HDT-1283 is enormous. However, after putting it through the tests we did, I can't not say it's a fantastic asset.

After dropping my CPU's temperature down by an average of 14.5°C, I can't think of any reason not to purchase this heatsink. I may not be an overclocker, but it's also a comfort to know that your processor won't be overheating any time soon. The heatsink's 120mm fan is also sure to get the airflow moving inside your case, most likely cooling down the rest of your components as well.

The HDT-S1283 comes in an attractive package, and would probably look pretty cool from a window view on a case (something my current case doesn't have). For a new contender in the world of computer cooling, Xigmatek definitely knows how to create a great thermal solution.

Pros

• Attractive
• Awesome cooling through it's innovate "Heat-Pipe Direct Touch" technology
• Fairly quiet
• Near silent!

Cons

• May not fit all cases

Rating

10/10

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