Conclusion

Performance

The Reeven Okeanos cooler performed well with both processors running at stock speeds, but seemed challenged by the overclocked Haswell CPU. The Okeanos was unable to maintain un-throttled processor operation. The Okeanos' performance really shined when operating in the LNA configuration. The unit's performance did not fall far behind the triple-fan configuration. In tandem with the impressive noise profile of the LNA configuration, the minimal amount of performance lag becomes even more impressive.

The Reeven Brontes cooler performed well with the stock speed Haswell processor, when taking in account is low profile design and operating noise profile. Its temperature is not among the coolest, but it is whisper quiet under full speed operation and would pair well with any system, including those of the small form-factor variant.

Pricing

As of February 14, the Reeven Okeanos CPU cooler was available at Newegg.com for $75.00.

As of February 14, the Reeven Brontes CPU cooler was available from PerformancePCs.com for $39.95.

Okeanos CPU Cooler

Brontes CPU Cooler

Conclusion

Reeven designed both the Okeanos and Brontes to high quality standards, integrating features seen on other manufacturer's higher end offerings. Both feature nickel-plated copper base plates and heat pipes, as well as an aluminum, densely-finned radiator for optimal heat transfer and dispersal. The Okeanos sports a dual radiator design, giving it great cooling potential as well as the ability to support up to three fans for truly massive airflow through the radiators. The Brontes combines a horizontally oriented radiator with a low profile fan to great effect, performing more than adequately at stock processor speeds while maintaining a whisper-quiet noise profile.

The Achilles heal for both coolers seems to be the overclocked Haswell processor. The Reeven Okeanos cooler was able to maintain system stability, but could not do so without CPU throttling. The Brontes could not even maintain a stable system. The other oddity with the Okeanos was the minimal performance spread between the three tested configurations, pointing to something in its design holding back its performance potential. Both coolers seem to be much better optimized for use with lower speed fans.

Reeven Okeanos CPU Cooler

Strengths

  • Performance under stock CPU operating conditions
  • Performance with overclocked Haswell-E processor
  • Performance and noise profile in LNA configuration
  • Build and machining quality of the cooler

Weaknesses

  • Price
  • Performance with overclocked Haswell processor
  • Fit issues with wrap-around VRM cooler on motherboard
  • Conflict with upper DIMM slot in default cooler orientation

Reeven Brontes CPU Cooler

Strengths

  • Performance under stock CPU operating conditions
  • Noise profile stock configuration
  • Small form-factor design and compatibility
  • Build and machining quality of the cooler
  • Price

Weaknesses

  • Incompatible with LGA2011 socketed motherboards (Haswell-E)
  • Performance with overclocked Haswell processor
  • Conflict with upper DIMM slots in certain cooler orientations
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