Not all processors are equipped with cooling systems by default. This applies to many OEM versions aimed at system manufacturers and some retail BOX versions, especially in the high-end and enthusiast segments. In such cases, the responsibility falls on the users to choose the right cooler. If you find yourself in a similar situation, then the Deepcool brand has a whole arsenal of various low-profile COs to replace the stock system. In this case, we will talk about the Deepcool Theta series, created to cool Intel Core i3/i5/i7 processors on LGA1200/1151/1150/1155 platforms.


The Theta series features mid-level cooling systems that can remove up to 100 W of heat from the processor. Unlike the cheaper Deepcool Alta and Deepcool CK models, in this series the manufacturer strives to achieve the maximum balance between price, convenience and performance. Therefore, all representatives of the series are equipped with fairly quiet and durable hydrodynamic bearings and metal plates to increase structural strength. They also support PWM speed control, allowing the system to balance speed and noise level depending on heating. And for fastening the system, convenient screwless latches are usually provided.

Over the 10-plus years of existence of the Theta series, about a dozen rather similar models have been released, the main difference between which lies in subtle details. One model may not have a backplate, another will have fans accelerating not to 2400, but to 2800 rpm, and a third may have not 95, but 85 TDP. Therefore, it is quite difficult to make a mistake with the choice here; almost every model can be an excellent alternative to those cooling systems that are officially supplied with Intel processors.