Scythe SCKZT-1000

An air cooler standing 160mm tall rated to dissipate 180W. Noise is specced at 8.2 dBA; socket support includes AM5, AM4, LGA1700. That rating covers upper-midrange CPUs at stock and mild overclocks. At 160mm tall, verify case cooler clearance — mid-towers typically allow 160–170mm.

Drop it into the PlanMyPC builder to check compatibility with the rest of your parts. Warranty coverage follows Scythe's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing. Scroll down for the complete spec table; the builder's compatibility checker will warn you about any conflicts with components you have already picked. If this CPU cooler is not quite the right fit, the category page lists close alternatives at similar prices for a quick side-by-side comparison.