The Corsair A115 is an interesting air cooler for CPUs. It features excellent 140mm AF Elite PWM fans that spin at 1600 RPM. This is an improvement over the A500 with its dual-tower design. Both are remarkably convenient thanks to their sliding, lockable, and slim mounting system.
This heatsink incorporates six 6mm heat pipes and 90 nickel-plated fins. The manufacturer has also included a HoldFast 2.0 retention system and pre-applied XTM70 thermal paste. Let’s take a closer look.
The Corsair A115: refined design for optimal performance
Corsair is back with a new, refined design for the A115. This compact dual-tower cooler features 45 fins on each side, maximizing RAM clearance. The entire unit is finished in black and soldered. The cooler’s base is slightly convex for improved CPU contact and boasts a nickel-plated chrome finish. With a TDP of 250W, this cooler is highly competitive in the market.
Corsair A115, for the latest builds
With its compact design, the A115 weighs 1.59 kg, making it heavier than its competitor, the Noctua NH-D15 . Corsair offers a 5-year warranty. Designed for high performance and ease of use, it supports various Intel and AMD sockets. This model is a serious contender in the high-end CPU cooler market. While the fans may appear slow, they deliver excellent airflow and allow for decent overclocking headroom.
Superior quality for those who don’t prioritize RGB
Boasting superior build quality, the Corsair A115 utilizes a massive dual heatsink. Keep in mind that this model isn’t designed for small cases. Also, be sure to check the RAM height in your PC. Aesthetically, it features a dark design without RGB lighting. This air cooler is perfect for dark and stealthy PC builds. It won’t complement flashy machines that require RGB lighting in the center of the motherboard .
| What we like |
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| – Easy installation – Outstanding air cooling performance – Decent value |
| What we like less |
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| – Louder fans – No RGB |
