To test the cooling ability of the Swiftech MCX775-V, an 80mm Enermax Adjustable fan was attached to the heatsink and set to produce maximum airflow. CPU Utilization was maxed and maintained with CPU Burn-in for a period of 12 hours to gain a maximum thermal reading and to ensure system stability.

     The test results show a cooler range of operating temperatures in favor of the MCX775-V from Swiftech. Even with a fan that could be considered "middle of the road" as far as performance goes. There are plenty of fans out there that offer a much higher rate of airflow that also produce more noise. Because the Stock heatsink from Intel is fairly quiet, I chose to keep the competition as level as possible. Even the Stock Intel heatsink would show a difference in performance if you replace the fan with a high output/volume cooling fan.

     Conlusion...........

     There are literally hundreds of 80mm cooling fans in the market to choose from, each with their own style and performance specs. From fans with lights and LEDs to fans with as much power as some aircraft motors. The point is, you can customize the heatsink, and ultimately you system, with whatever cooling fan you choose. Of course, the fan you choose will have a direct impact on the performance of the heatsink. It is this level of customization that is just one of the many features I appreciate with the Swiftech MCX series heatsink.  As expected, the MCX775-V was a solid performer, but the price tag is a bit steep. however, the old saying goes: you get what you pay for!