CPU air cooler PCCOOLER GI-X3 120mm fan, 1800 RPM

PCCOOLER GI-X3 is a compact CPU air cooler with a single 120 mm fan rated up to 1800 RPM. It is built to remove heat from desktop processors through direct-contact heatpipes and an aluminium fin stack with a 120 mm fan frame compatible with standard PC cases. The design targets stable airflow and consistent cooling for everyday computing, gaming sessions and light workstation loads while fitting motherboards and cases that accept 120 mm cooler solutions.

Advantages

The cooler combines a 120 mm fan and a dense fin array to deliver balanced thermal performance and noise management at moderate fan speeds. Its straightforward mounting layout supports common CPU sockets and keeps installation time minimal. The 1800 RPM fan provides sufficient airflow for mid-range CPUs while maintaining compact dimensions that fit most tower and microATX enclosures.

Suitable for

• Home and office desktop PCs requiring improved CPU cooling
• Mid-range gaming systems and casual content creation rigs
• Small to mid-sized cases with a 120 mm fan clearance
• Users replacing stock coolers to reduce CPU throttling under sustained loads

Key specifications

• Fan size: 120 mm
• Maximum fan speed: 1800 RPM
• Cooling type: Air cooler with fin stack and heatpipe contact
• Compatibility: Fits cases and mounts that support 120 mm fan-based CPU coolers
• Form factor: Single-fan tower-style cooler with compact footprint

How to use

Install the cooler following the motherboard and case manufacturer's guidance: power down the PC, remove the existing cooler if present, clean the CPU heatspreader, apply a thin layer of thermal paste, align the cooler mounting bracket with the socket holes and secure it evenly to ensure firm contact. Connect the 3- or 4-pin fan cable to the CPU_FAN header on the motherboard and verify fan control settings in BIOS or via software to manage speed up to 1800 RPM.

Recommendations

Position the cooler to allow unobstructed airflow within the case and ensure at least one case fan provides intake or exhaust near the cooler. Regularly check and clean dust from the fan blades and fin stack to preserve cooling efficiency and monitor fan mounting screws for secure attachment. For sustained heavy loads, confirm BIOS fan curves provide adequate cooling while balancing noise.