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Alpenföhn Brocken 4 vs Scythe Mugen 6: Comparison
Alpenföhn Brocken 4 and Scythe Mugen 6 separate most on static pressure: Alpenföhn Brocken 4 at 1.74 mmH2O, Scythe Mugen 6 at 2.45 mmH2O, 29% in favour of Scythe Mugen 6. Max Speed splits them by another 20%, again favouring Scythe Mugen 6. They match on 9 other specifications, including cooler type, tower type and tower layout.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Alpenföhn | Scythe |
| Cooler Type | Air Tower | Air Tower |
| Series | Alpenföhn Brocken 4 | Scythe Mugen 6 |
| Tower Type | Single-Tower | Single-Tower |
| Model Number | 84000000205 | SCMG-6000 |
| Height | 155 mm-1% | 154 mm |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1200/115X/20XX | AMD AM5/AM4, Intel LGA1851/1700/1200/115X/2066/2011 |
| Tower Layout | Single-Tower | Single-Tower |
| Fan Count | 1 | 1 |
| TDP Rating | 220 W | 200-9% |
| Noise Level | 22.8 dBA | 26.88+4.1 dBA |
| RGB Lighting | No | No |
| Cooler Weight | 1098 g | 1013 g |
| Heatpipe Count | 6 | 6 |
| Base Material | Nickel-Plated Copper | Nickel-Plated Copper |
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Max Speed | 1600 RPM-20% | 2000 RPM |
| Airflow | 55.3 CFM-8% | 60.29 CFM |
| Static Pressure | 1.74 mmH2O-29% | 2.45 mmH2O |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Source URL | https://www.alpenfoehn.de/Alpenfoehn-R-Brocken-4en | https://www.scytheus.com/mugen6 |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Alpenföhn Brocken 4 | Scythe Mugen 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | View on Amazon | |
| Newegg | View on Newegg |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
Alpenföhn Brocken 4
7.8 / 10 Expert Rating
A genuinely quiet dual-tower cooler for buyers who value acoustics as much as raw thermal ceiling.
Scythe Mugen 6
7.6 / 10 Expert Rating
A quietly reliable budget single-tower cooler that carries forward Scythe's long-standing acoustic focus.