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Corsair H100x vs Scythe Ninja 5: Comparison
Corsair H100x and Scythe Ninja 5 separate most on height: Corsair H100x at 27 mm, Scythe Ninja 5 at 182 mm, 574% in favour of Corsair H100x. TDP Rating splits them by another 13%, this time favouring Scythe Ninja 5. They match on fan count and rgb lighting.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Corsair | Scythe |
| Cooler Type | AIO Liquid | Air Tower |
| Series | Corsair H100x | Scythe Ninja 5 |
| Model Number | CW-9060065-WW | SCNJ-5100 |
| Height | 27 mm | 182 mm-574% |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1200 | AMD AM5/AM4, Intel LGA1851/1700/1200/115X/2066/2011 |
| Fan Count | 2 | 2 |
| TDP Rating | 200-13% | 230 |
| Noise Level | 27+12.5 dBA | 14.5 |
| RGB Lighting | No | No |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Corsair H100x | Scythe Ninja 5 |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Corsair H100x
7.6 / 10 Expert Rating
A dependable, uncomplicated 240mm AIO for builders who just want liquid cooling without the software layer.
Scythe Ninja 5
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A quietly capable dual-tower cooler that continues Scythe's long tradition of acoustics-first value engineering.