The Cooler Master V8 ACE 3DHP is a dual-120mm-fan air cooler for AMD AM4 and AM5 CPUs, suited to gamers and creators running demanding workloads such as 3D rendering, video editing, and AI tasks.
Recommended For
- AM4/AM5 gamers and creators running a higher-heat CPU who want high-end air cooling for sustained gaming, rendering, or other long workloads; independent testing found the AMD version competitive with large dual-tower coolers.
- Builders who prefer air cooling over an AIO and want a premium, non-RGB cooler with an engine-inspired look; its dual fans slide off for installation and access around the heatsink.
- Noise-conscious desktop builders willing to tune fan curves: testing found strong noise-normalized performance, while community feedback reports the fans become more noticeable at full speed.
- PC builders with a roomy case who can confirm the fit and want a substantial single-tower cooler rather than a larger dual-tower design.
Real-World Use Scenarios
- When gaming on an AM4 or AM5 system with a demanding CPU, the V8 ACE 3DHP helps manage CPU heat; a review found strong results in Baldur’s Gate 3 testing, though temperatures depend on the case’s airflow and the rest of the build.
- For video editing and CPU-based encoding, the cooler can help keep temperatures controlled during demanding exports; PC Gamer’s x264 testing placed it among the stronger coolers tested.
- For long CPU-heavy rendering or other sustained workloads, the V8 ACE 3DHP’s cooling capacity can help limit heat buildup in a well-ventilated desktop case; results vary with the processor and system airflow.
- When assembling or upgrading an AM4/AM5 PC with tall memory, the slide-out fans make it easier to fit RAM and reach components around the cooler; Cooler Master specifies support for memory modules up to 45 mm tall.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
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| Best For | Air cooling AMD AM4 and AM5 desktop CPU builds |
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| Fan Performance And Noise | 120 mm fan with 0–2050 ±250 RPM speed, 61.0 CFM airflow, 34 dB(A) noise level, loop dynamic bearing, and 4-pin PWM connection |
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| Heatsink Construction And Dimensions | Aluminum heatsink; measures 5.47 × 5.37 × 6.58 inches |
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| Weight | More than 450 g |
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| Appearance And Lighting | Black finish with no LED lighting |
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| Model Identifiers | Cooler Master V8 ACE 3DHP Black AMD; part/model number MAM-T6HA-225PK-RB |
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