Scythe SCSMZ-2000

An air cooler standing 160mm tall specced for 180W. Noise is specced at 7.2 dBA; socket compatibility spans 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.

Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components. Scythe backs the product through its standard warranty channels; check the listing for region-specific terms. The full specification sheet below breaks out every listed detail, and the compatibility checker flags conflicts with parts already in your build. Not sold on this particular CPU cooler? Browse the category listing to line it up against similarly priced alternatives.