SilverStone Krypton K1
Expert rating6.9 / 10
- Cooler Type:
- Air
- Height:
- 154mm
- Fan Count:
- 1
- Socket Compatibility:
- AMD AM4/AM5
- Noise Level:
- 27dBA
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Manufacturer: SilverStone Last updated: September 12, 2026
SilverStone Krypton K1 (Single-Tower Air/4 Heatpipes/Single 120mm PWM Fan/154mm Height/150W TDP) Review
If you're looking for the SilverStone Krypton K1, it's SilverStone's budget single-tower air cooler, a plain no-frills design with four heatpipes and a single 120mm PWM fan for standard ATX builds.
We'd recommend it to anyone who wants a dependable full-size budget cooler from SilverStone without paying for the low-profile SFF designs the brand is better known for.
Thermal Performance and TDP Rating
Rated for 150W, the Krypton K1 is a mainstream budget cooler, adequate for stock-clocked CPUs but not built for high-TDP or overclocked chips.
Fan Design and Noise
The single 120mm PWM fan runs at up to 27dBA, on the louder side for a single-fan cooler, a common tradeoff at this price.
Socket Compatibility and Installation
AM4/AM5 and LGA1700/1200 are supported, with a simple backplate mount that's easy enough for a first build.
Design and Build
A plain black single-tower heatsink with no lighting, focused entirely on hitting a low price point rather than looks.
Comparison to Alternatives
Against SilverStone's own AR12, covered elsewhere on this site, the Krypton K1 is the full-size tower option for standard ATX cases, while the AR12's low-profile design is built specifically for small form factor builds where height is restricted. Against DeepCool's AK400, also on this site, the AK400 generally runs a bit quieter for similar money, worth checking against the Krypton K1's availability and price at the time of purchase.
Specifications
Identity
| Brand | SilverStone |
|---|---|
| Series | SilverStone Krypton K1 |
| Model Number | Krypton K1 |
Design
| Cooler Type | Air, Single-Tower |
|---|---|
| Tower Type | Single-Tower |
| Height | 154 mm |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1200 |
Performance
| Fan Count | 1 |
|---|---|
| TDP Rating | 150 W |
| Noise Level | 27 dBA |
| RGB Lighting | No |
Expert Review
Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.
Expert rating6.9 / 10
A perfectly adequate budget single-tower cooler, chosen mainly on price and availability rather than any standout feature.
Best for
- Tight-budget standard ATX builds
- Mainstream CPUs at stock clocks
- Builders who want a plain, no-RGB budget cooler
Not for
- Small form factor builds needing a low-profile cooler
- Higher-TDP or overclocked CPUs
- Noise-sensitive builds
FAQs
What are the key specifications of the SilverStone Krypton K1 (Single-Tower Air/4 Heatpipes/Single 120mm PWM Fan/154mm Height/150W TDP)?
The SilverStone Krypton K1 (Single-Tower Air/4 Heatpipes/Single 120mm PWM Fan/154mm Height/150W TDP) is a CPU cooler from SilverStone. Key specs: Cooler Type Air, Single-Tower, Tower Type Single-Tower, Height 154mm, Socket Compatibility AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1200, Fan Count 1.
Will the SilverStone Krypton K1 (Single-Tower Air/4 Heatpipes/Single 120mm PWM Fan/154mm Height/150W TDP) work with my current setup?
The SilverStone Krypton K1 (Single-Tower Air/4 Heatpipes/Single 120mm PWM Fan/154mm Height/150W TDP) lists Socket Compatibility is AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1200. Check that against the hardware you already own before buying, since this is the field that most often decides whether a part fits.
Who is the SilverStone Krypton K1 (Single-Tower Air/4 Heatpipes/Single 120mm PWM Fan/154mm Height/150W TDP) best suited to?
It suits tight-budget standard atx builds, mainstream cpus at stock clocks, builders who want a plain, no-rgb budget cooler.
What are the drawbacks of the SilverStone Krypton K1 (Single-Tower Air/4 Heatpipes/Single 120mm PWM Fan/154mm Height/150W TDP)?
It is a poor fit for small form factor builds needing a low-profile cooler, higher-tdp or overclocked cpus, noise-sensitive builds.
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