Cooler Master recently released the second version of the Hyper 212 EVO. So, how does the new model compare to the original?
You can find out in this comparison guide between the two CPU air coolers.
Quick Summary
When compared to the original, the newer Hyper 212 EVO V2 CPU Air Cooler adds support for the LGA775 socket and provides an asymmetrical tilt for 100% RAM clearance.
The second version also use the SickleFlow 120 Fan, which results in quieter airflow. Last but not least, the Hyper 212 EVO V2 is a lot more durable than the original with an expected lifespan that is four times as long.
The Hyper 212 EVO V1 CPU Air Cooler has faster minimum and maximum fan speeds that produces more air flow and air pressure when compared to the newer model.
Hyper 212 EVO V1 vs. Hyper 212 EVO V2 Comparison Chart
You can take a look at Seeking Tech’s comparison table for the two air coolers below.
| Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO V1 CPU Air Cooler | Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO V2 CPU Air Cooler | |
|---|---|---|
| CPU Socket | AM4 AM3+ AM3 AM2+ AM2 FM2+ FM2 FM1 LGA2066 LGA2011-v3 LGA2011 LGA1366 LGA1200 LGA1156 LGA1155 LGA1151 LGA1150 | AM4 AM3+ AM3 AM2+ AM2 FM2+ FM2 FM1 LGA2066 LGA2011-v3 LGA2011 LGA1366 LGA1200 LGA1156 LGA1155 LGA1151 LGA1150 LGA775 |
| Dimensions | 120 mm x 80 mm x 159 mm or 4.7 inches x 3.1 inches x 6.3 inches | 120 mm x 80 mm x 155 mm or 4.7 inches x 3.1 inches x 6.1 inches |
| Heat Sink Material | Aluminum fins 4x Direct contact heat pipes | Aluminum fins 4x Direct contact heat pipes |
| Asymmetrical Tilt? | No | Yes |
| Heat Pipe Configuration | Continuous Direct Contact | Direct Contact |
| Angled X-Vents? | No | Yes |
| Fan Type | Wide-Range PWM Fan | SickleFlow 120 Fan |
| Fan Dimensions | 120 mm x 120 mm x 25 mm (or 4.7 inches x 4.7 inches x 1 inch) | 120 mm x 120 mm x 25 mm (or 4.7 inches x 4.7 inches x 1 inch) |
| Fan Speed | 600 RPM to 2,000 RPM (PWM) ± 10% | 650 RPM to 1,800 RPM (PWM) ± 10% |
| Fan Airflow | Up to 82.9 CFM | Up to 62.0 CFM |
| Fan Air Pressure | 2.70 mmH2O | 2.52 mmH2O |
| Fan Noise Level | 9 dBA to 36 dBA | 8 dBA to 26 dBA |
| Fan Power Connector | 4-Pin | 4-Pin |
| Fan Rated Voltage | 12VDC | 12VDC |
| Fan Rated Current | 0.22A | 0.15A |
| Lifespan | 40,000 hours | 160,000 hours |
| Pricing | Check price on Amazon.(#CommissionsEarned) | Check price on Amazon.(#CommissionsEarned) |
CPU Socket
With the new version, Cooler Master added support for LGA775. Otherwise, the two CPU coolers support the same AMD and Intel sockets.
You can find the compatibility lists below:
Hyper 212 EVO V1:
- AM4
- AM3+
- AM3
- AM2+
- AM2
- FM2+
- FM2
- FM1
- LGA2066
- LGA2011-v3
- LGA2011
- LGA1366
- LGA1200
- LGA1156
- LGA1155
- LGA1151
- LGA1150
Hyper 212 EVO V2:
- AM4
- AM3+
- AM3
- AM2+
- AM2
- FM2+
- FM2
- FM1
- LGA2066
- LGA2011-v3
- LGA2011
- LGA1366
- LGA1200
- LGA1156
- LGA1155
- LGA1151
- LGA1150
- LGA775
Dimensions
The updated version is a little bit smaller when compared to the original.
You can take a look at the measurements below:
- Hyper 212 EVO V1: 120 mm x 80 mm x 159 mm or 4.7 inches x 3.1 inches x 6.3 inches
- Hyper 212 EVO V2: 120 mm x 80 mm x 155 mm or 4.7 inches x 3.1 inches x 6.1 inches
Heat Sink Material
The heat sinks of both central processing unit coolers are made with aluminum fins and four direct contact heat pipes.
Asymmetrical Tilt
With the Hyper 212 EVO V2, Cooler Master uses an asymmetrical tilt, which is designed to provide 100% clearance for your RAM.
Heat Pipe Configuration
The Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO V1 uses the Continuous Direct Contact technology, which does not include any gaps to create a smooth surface for heat conduction.
The new Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO V2 uses the Direct Contact, which maximizes the surface area for heat dissipation.
Angled X-Vents
The second iteration of the Hyper 212 EVO utilizes angled X shaped vents to direct airflow towards the heat pipes for cooling.
Fan Type
The Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO V1 CPU Air Cooler is equipped with a wide-range PWM Fan that has wave-shaped blades while the Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO V1 CPU Air Cooler is equipped with a SickleFlow 120 Fan that has curved blades.
Fan Dimensions
The fans for both CPU coolers have the same size with measurements of 120 mm x 120 mm x 25 mm (or 4.7 inches x 4.7 inches x 1 inch).
Fan Speed
When compared to the original, the Hyper 212 EVO V2 has a faster minimum fans speeds but slower maximum fans speeds.
You can take a look at the specifications below:
- Hyper 212 EVO V1: 600 RPM to 2,000 RPM (PWM) ± 10%
- Hyper 212 EVO V2: 650 RPM to 1,800 RPM (PWM) ± 10%
Fan Airflow
The first version of the Hyper 212 EVO provides more airflow when compared to the newer model.
You can find the fan airflow specs below:
- Hyper 212 EVO V1: Up to 82.9 CFM
- Hyper 212 EVO V2: Up to 62.0 CFM
Fan Air Pressure
The fan of the original model also produces more air pressure than the second version:
- Hyper212 EVO V1: 2.70 mmH2O
- Hyper212 EVO V2: 2.52 mmH2O
Fan Noise Level
Cooler Master made the Hyper 212 EVO Version 2 quieter than the Hyper 212 EVO Version 1 as the newer model has lower minimum and maximum decibel levels.
You can take a look at the fan noise level specs below:
- Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO V1: 9 dBA to 36 dBA
- Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO V2: 8 dBA to 26 dBA
Fan Power Connector
Both computer coolers use a 4-Pin power connector.
Fan Rated Voltage
The fan rated voltages are the same at 12VDC.
Fan Rated Current
The new model has a lower fan rated current than the original CPU cooler:
- Hyper 212 EVO V1: 0.22A
- Hyper 212 EVO V2: 0.15A
Lifespan
According to Cooler Master, the second version of the Hyper 212 EVO CPU Air Cooler is expected to last four times as long as the original.
You can take a look at the expected lifespans for both products below:
- Hyper 212 EVO Version 1: 40,000 hours
- Hyper 212 EVO Version 2: 160,000 hours
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