Zalman CNPS9X Performa ARGB

An air cooler standing 160mm tall specced for 180W. Noise is specced at 28 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.

Expect to pay around $29.99, which lands it among budget options. Drop it into the PlanMyPC builder to check compatibility with the rest of your parts and compare current CPU cooler prices across retailers. Warranty coverage follows Zalman'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.