The Dark Rock 5 is the latest addition to the be quiet! lineup of CPU coolers, designed to offer a balance between performance and price. As a successor to the Dark Rock 4, the Dark Rock 5 maintains the series’ reputation for quiet operation while introducing improvements in cooling efficiency. The cooler supports modern AMD and Intel sockets, including AM5 and LGA 1700, making it a versatile option for a wide range of systems. With a recommended TDP limit of 210 W, the Dark Rock 5 provides ample cooling capacity for most mid-range processors, making it suitable for gaming and resource-intensive applications.
The Dark Rock 5 continues the brand’s minimalist aesthetic with an all-black color scheme. It features a large aluminum heatsink with six heat pipes that efficiently transfer heat away from the CPU. The inclusion of a 120 mm Silent Wings 4 fan contributes to the cooler’s low noise output, with a maximum speed of 2,100 RPM and a sound level of approximately 29.8 dBA. This fan, coupled with the optimized heatsink design, allows the Dark Rock 5 to deliver excellent thermal performance without compromising on noise, positioning it as a strong contender in the mid-range cooler market.