be quiet! Dark Rock Elite vs be quiet! Pure Loop 2
A side-by-side spec comparison of the be quiet! Dark Rock Elite and the be quiet! Pure Loop 2. We line up every specification and score the ones that matter most in this category — weighted, not a raw count of specs won — to reach an overall verdict so you can decide which cpu cooler is right for your build.
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type | air | liquid |
| Noise Level | 11 dBA | 17.2 dBA |
| Height | 160 mm | 0 mm |
| Compatible Sockets | AM5, AM4, LGA1700, LGA1200 | AM5, AM4, LGA1700, LGA1200 |
| TDP Rating | 180W | 250W |
| Radiator Size | - | 360 |
Winner: be quiet! Pure Loop 2 — driven by TDP Rating (250W), Radiator Size (360)
be quiet! Dark Rock Elite
2
performance points
be quiet! Pure Loop 2
5
performance points
Winner is scored by weighting the specs that matter most in this category (not a raw count of specs won).
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