The Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO V2 wins in 2 out of 3 comparable specs. Its biggest advantage is MSRP (14% better).
AK500 wins in 1 spec (TDP Rating: 33% better).
Recommendation
Choose Hyper 212 EVO V2 if you want the best overall performance — especially msrp.
Choose AK500 if tdp rating matters more to you.
| Spec | Cooler MasterHyper 212 EVO V2 | DeepCoolAK500 |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Type | Air Tower | Air Tower |
| Height | 159 mm | 158 mm |
| Performance | ||
| TDP Rating | 150W | 200W+33% |
| Fans | 1 | 1 |
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Acoustics | ||
| Noise Level | 27 dB(A)−4% | 28 dB(A) |
| Fan RPM | 650 - 1800 | 500 - 1850 |
| Compatibility | ||
| Sockets | LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA1151, LGA1150, AM5, AM4 | LGA2011-3, LGA2011, LGA2066, LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA1156, LGA1155, LGA1151, LGA1150, AM5, AM4 |
| Price | ||
| MSRP | $30−14% | $35 |
| Release Date | Jun 2020 | Jan 2023 |
