The last AiO water cooler we tested here from EK was from the “Basic” series and came entirely without lighting. However, it is not possible to do without RGB completely, because the new “Nucleus” series brings RGB back to the foreground. In the following article, we will find out whether it is possible to deliver a good cooling performance in addition to a chic look.
If you prefer it plain, you can read the article about the EK Basic AiO again:
EK Waterblocks EK AIO Basic 240 und EK AIO Basic 360 im Test – Blackout statt RGB-Beschuss
Packaging and scope of delivery
The large cardboard box in white has been retained, and the colored product image on the front is also familiar from other EK products. The cardboard used is quite thick and should provide decent protection during transport.
But that wouldn’t be necessary, because the contents are once again particularly well secured by a thick block of firm foam. Unfortunately, not as environmentally friendly as the otherwise used cardboard trays.
In the orange box on the left side are the accessories, also again individually lying in a block of foam.
Included are the mounting hardware, a tube of thermal paste and an adapter cable for the fans. A small tool for fixing the screws is also included. I don’t want to deny the consistently high-quality impression at this point, but the usual bag with the accessories would have been enough for me personally. Less packaging waste is almost never a bad idea.
Assembly and installation
There are no big surprises at this point, once again the existing brackets are removed from the motherboard and the AM4 backplate is used. Four spacers are screwed into these from the front. Depending on the base, the appropriate bracket must still be screwed to the pump block.
Then place the pump block on the processor and fix it with the four thumbscrews. This is the case with most AiO water coolers, but EK still gives tips for the correct orientation and position of the pump and radiator.
Specifications
Before we look at this AiO water cooler in detail, here is an overview of the technical details, more information can be found as always on the product page from the manufacturer.
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