Wednesday 13th August 2008

Swiftech releases new Apogee GTZ CPU waterblock

Posted at: 5:37pm 13th August 2008 by Antony Leather

New Apogee GTZ block is better than EK Supreme, D-Tek FuZion V2 and Apogee GTX, according to Swiftech

Swiftech has released its much anticipated replacement for the popular Apogee GTX CPU waterblock. The Apogee GTZ features a totally new cold plate pin design featuring a 225µm (0.009in) micro pin matrix (see pictures). Swiftech claims this gives the GTZ far lower resistance than the GTX, meaning it’s even more suitable for cooling loops with numerous waterblocks and radiators. Swiftech also claims that the new Apogee GTZ will keep an overclocked quad-core CPU up to 8°C cooler than its predecessor.

The GTZ also features an improved retention mechanism (see pictures), using tool-free thumb screws that Swiftech claims will improve contact between the cold plate and processor IHS (Integrated Heat Spreader) and allow for more even mounting.

Swiftech uploaded new performance data comparing the GTZ to the Apogee GTX, the EK Supremo and the D-Tek FuZion V2 with its optional 45mm nozzle (see pictures). The new waterblock can apparently cool an overclocked Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 8°C lower than the GTX although the difference between it and the EK Supreme and D-Tek Fuzion V2 in other tests was less than 2°C.

The GTZ is compatible with LGA775 motherboards and 1/2in ID tubing as standard. It comes with replacement 3/8in ID barbs though, and as the thread is 1/4in BSPP the Apogee GTZ is compatible with many other barb sizes too.

Optional kits will be available for Intel Socket 603/604, 771 and AMD Socket 754, 939, 940, F, AM2 and AM2+.

The GTZ will be available in the UK at the end of August retailing for about £37 inc vat.

For more information see the Swiftech website

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Swiftech Apogee GTZ pins

Swiftech Apogee GTZ mounting

Swiftech Apogee GTZ cooling effectiveness

Swiftech Apogee GTZ flow rates

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@ crazyceo

Yeah watercool it all! you'll never look back as already stated i know but i agree!!! I got everything on water except my GPU and thats only cos im gettin a new one soon hopefully! Anyone replaced their D-Tek or Swiftech CPU block with this one advertised and noticed a difference? Cant see it being that much better...

Comment by Bassdominator at 11:11pm 22nd August 2008

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@ l3v1ck

I'd imagine most manufacturers will release blocks with LGA1366-specific retention/hold down mechanisms if only to cash in. It might be possible with most blocksthough, even the GTZ and Fusion V2 that have the hold down plate attached to the block itself, to make an LGA1366 compatible retention kit/plate and sell it seperately. We'll have to wait and see!

Comment by combatus at 1:44pm 15th August 2008

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What about compatibility with the up coming LGA1366?

Comment by l3v1ck at 7:12am 15th August 2008

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@Crazyceo

Leaks are very rare and when they do, 9/10 times is down to not leak testing properly (ie min 24hrs, preferably with some warm coolant to replicate operating conditions as things can expand when warm). You can buy coolants that are practically non conductive too so the chances you'll suffer a complete system failure is very remote. Starting out just cooling the CPU is a good idea too. Once you've tried it you'll never go back to air cooling.

Comment by combatus at 9:58pm 14th August 2008

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I really should invest in a good water cooling kit....

At the moment I'm just using air as I'm too chicken to plan a water cooling kit. I may just wait until I need to overclock my system to the max as I've just put it all together and would be pretty miffed if I killed it due to not tightening a £2.00 fastener. Anyone got any positive or negative words of wisdom on this?

Comment by crazyceo at 10:03am 14th August 2008

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High flow rate and cooler? I approve. I wonder how easy it will be for them to modify the design for Nehalem... (different mounting holes, and die area, i think)

Comment by NotFred at 9:53am 14th August 2008

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nooossa

I am brasilian e good is the cooler !!!

Comment by francis185 at 9:57pm 13th August 2008

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Meh

CPU blocks are reaching the pinnacle of ability now, 1*C between the top 3-4 blocks makes the choice largely based on aesthetics. In that department I think the Supreme (plexi) still reigns king. The biggest and most significant change is the acetel top as apposed to aluminum, which has caused more than a few people problems...

Comment by D_Cypher at 9:32pm 13th August 2008

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nice

£37, bargain. Glad to see they didn't follow Nvidia and release a Apogee GTX+ though.

Comment by DudQuitter at 7:50pm 13th August 2008

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