Silverstone Argon AR06 CPU Cooler Review: Prioritizing Silence
The Silverstone Argon series of heatsinks comprise of value-minded CPU air cooling solutions available in tower-style or heatpiped low-profile models. Of the three that use a low-profle design, the Argon AR06 is the more capable cooler equipped with four heatpipes compared to the dual-heatpiped AR05 and AR04. With a 92mm fan designed for quiet operation, the Argon AR06 fits well with Silverstone’s current SFF ecosystem of slim cases and compact power supplies. The price also happens to be very competitive at only $39.99 with a one-year warranty.
Despite the budget pricing, Silverstone did no hold back on the packaging with a full-color box and form-fitting foam to hold the AR06 cooler and accessories inside. The box design uses a light blue color scheme with off-white trim and is unmistakable from other current CPU cooler series.
The 92mm fan comes pre-attached to the AR06 heatsink body and the accessories include:
- 1x small tube of thermal interface material
- 1x fold out users guide/installation manual
- 4x hex screws
- 4x round nuts corresponding with hex screws
- 2x matching Intel mounting bracket
- 2x matching AMD mounting bracket
- 4x base screws for bracket
- 4x rubber spacers with adhesive side
- 4x hex nuts
Specifications:
| Model No. | SST-AR06 |
| Material | Copper heat pipes with aluminum fins |
| Application | Intel Socket LGA 1150/1151/1155/1156 AMD Socket AM2/AM3/FM1/FM2 |
| Heat Pipe Type | Ø6mm heat-pipe x 4 |
| Cooling System | 92mm x 92mm x 15mm fan |
| Dimension w/fan | 105mm (W) x 92mm (D) x 58mm (H) (with fan) |
| Noise | 20 ~ 28.3dBA |
| Bearing | Rifle Bearing |
| Net Weight | 263g (without fan) |
| Voltage Rating (V) | 12V |
| Start Voltage (V) | 7V |
| Air Flow (CFM) | 40.2CFM (Max.) |
| Speed (R.P.M.) | 1200 ~ 2500RPM PWM |
| Life Expectance (hrs) | 40,000 hours |
