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DeepCool AK500S vs Enermax ETS-T50 AXE ARGB: Comparison
DeepCool AK500S and Enermax ETS-T50 AXE ARGB separate most on height: DeepCool AK500S at 155 mm, Enermax ETS-T50 AXE ARGB at 160 mm, 3% in favour of DeepCool AK500S. They match on tower type and fan count.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | DeepCool | Enermax |
| Cooler Type | Air, Single-Tower | Air Tower |
| Series | DeepCool AK500S | Enermax ETS-T50 AXE |
| Tower Type | Single-Tower | Single-Tower |
| Model Number | AK500S | ETS-T50A-BK-ARGB |
| Height | 155 mm | 160 mm-3% |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1200 | Intel LGA1851/1700/1200/115x/2066/2011/2011-3/1366, AMD AM5/AM4/AM3+/FM2+/FM1 |
| Fan Count | 1 | 1 |
| TDP Rating | 220-4% | 230 W |
| Noise Level | 28+4 dBA | 24 dBA |
| RGB Lighting | No | Yes |
Verdict
DeepCool AK500S
7.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A sensible budget trim of the AK500 line for builders who don't need the display and want to save a few dollars.
Enermax ETS-T50 AXE ARGB
7 / 10 Expert Rating
A budget ARGB cooler that competes reasonably in its price bracket and offers unusually broad socket support, without standing out against established budget-cooler competitors on raw thermals.