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Zalman CNPS8X Optima and Zalman CNPS2X are both cpu coolers with the same Supported Sockets (AM2, AM2+, AM3, AM3+, FM1, FM2, FM2+, LGA1150, ...). The main differences are in Noise Level, Fan RPM and Height.
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Zalman CNPS8X Optima CPU Cooler
Zalman CNPS8X Optima
Zalman CNPS2X CPU Cooler
Zalman CNPS2X
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Brand
Zalman
Brand
Zalman
Model
CNPS8X Optima
Model
CNPS2X
Release Date
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Release Date
📅 October 2013
* First availability for purchase, it may not correspond to the actual market launch date.
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Compatible PC parts
Processors ► Motherboards ► Cases ►
Compatible PC parts
Processors ► Motherboards ► Cases ►
Supported Sockets
  • AM2
  • AM2+
  • AM3
  • AM3+
  • FM1
  • FM2
  • FM2+
  • LGA1150
  • LGA1151
  • LGA1155
  • LGA1156
  • LGA1200
  • LGA775
Supported Sockets
  • AM2
  • AM2+
  • AM3
  • AM3+
  • FM1
  • FM2
  • FM2+
  • LGA1150
  • LGA1151
  • LGA1155
  • LGA1156
  • LGA1200
  • LGA775
Liquid Cooler
No
Liquid Cooler
No
Noise Level
18.2 - 30.0 dB
Noise Level
17.4 - 22.7 dB
Fan RPM
1200 - 2100 RPM
Fan RPM
1500 - 2600 RPM
Height
149 mm
Height
27 mm

Comparison and key differences summary

Reasons to buy the Zalman CNPS8X Optima:

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Reasons to buy the Zalman CNPS2X:

  • Generally quieter under full load

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