Zaward VIVO PCJ004

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Zaward VIVO PCJ004

Even if I was in love with the idea of a fan enclosure for the finsink, I have to vote against the design used in the VIVO. It's already a fairly large finsink before the supporting items are bolted on, and the VIVO transforms into a gaudy cooler with the help of considerable plastic. I see some clear-cut areas in need of improvement before the appearance will really win me over. The fans can stay, but that enclosure has got to go.

Fortunately, the VIVO is built solid, and features some very firm construction. Plastic shell halves and inserts aside, the PCJ004 is rugged from top to bottom.

In terms of product functionality, the Zaward VIVO PCJ004 Exposed Copper Heatpipe CPU cooler performed better than everyone else; except it's larger clone. Timing is everything, and even though Zaward fashioned the design, they didn't perfect it. If you like the look, and don't have enough head-room for another ten millimeters, then the VIVO is more than enough to cool the most demanding systems.

At the time of this writing, the Zaward VIVO is exclusive to European outlets and is not presently sold in US markets. however this product sells for 32.90 € in Europe which converts to roughly $45.00 USD. At that estimated price, this unit falls right into the price range of most other higher-performing coolers.

In conclusion, the Zaward VIVO PCJ004 Exposed Copper Heatpipe CPU Cooler is in fact second to one; with that one being a competitors copy named the HDT-S1283. The Zaward VIVO didn't perform to quite the same level as the crowned leader, but it sure wasn't far off. Although the VIVO handily beats the rest of the competition, the size alone make it difficult to recommend a second-place product which takes as much space as the leading cooling solution. Ultimately, the VIVO is still a great product, with some refinement necessary to regain the dignity it lost in our review. Perhaps Zaward will return with a better performing version of the heatpipe direct touch design before someone else does.

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