Best cooler for Intel Core i9-14900KS

Intel has honored us with the pinnacle of performance processor Intel Core i9-14900KS. Up to 6.2 GHz max turbo frequency, 24 cores (8 Performance and 16 Efficiency) and 32 threads and the support of up to 192GB of DDR5 5600 MT/s or DDR4 3200 MT/s memory make this processor the fastest option within the 14th Gen line-up. It is compatible with Z790 and Z690 motherboards with the latest BIOS.

To achieve these blazing fast speeds the processor also received a bump in its base power specification, which now sits at 150W. The Core i9-14900K had 125W base power in comparison. Maximum turbo power remains unchanged at 253W.

We have written an article for you if you would like to learn more about the differences between the Intel Core i9-14900K and the Intel Core i9-14900KS.

Now let’s get to the interesting part, cooling this beast of a processor. Once more, the goal is to keep those temperatures at bay to make sure the processor can maintain those incredibly fast clock speeds over a longer period. With the higher base power consumption of 150W only the best cooling options out there will be able to achieve this.

We need to go large and if your case allows it, the iCUE LINK H170i RGB AIO Liquid CPU Cooler offers the maximum cooling capacity thanks to its 420mm radiator and 3x QX140 Fans. It'll also makes for a relatively simple and clean installation with an iCUE Link System Hub, thanks to the single cable connection design. While this cooler does not come with our great looking iCUE LINK LCD Screen Module, you always have the option to easily upgrade the cooler with our upgrade kit. It is an easy plug and play upgrade, we promise! This cooler is available in black only.

Additionally, remember to mount your AIO correctly! Don't let us catch you installing it upside down. We'll be very cross with you.

Most cases will allow you to fit a 360mm radiator and therefore the iCUE LINK H150i LCD Liquid CPU Cooler is your best option. This AIO cooler not only delivers excellent cooling performance and just like our the iCUE LINK H170i RGB AIO Liquid CPU Cooler it has pre-applied CORSAIR XTM70 thermal paste. It features the same iCUE LINK single-cable system and a 2.1" IPS LCD screen for monitoring temperatures or displaying the latest gif you're a fan of. This cooler is available in black or white.

If you don't care about RGB fans and all that, but still want the best possible performance and at a reduced cost, we have the iCUE H150i RGB ELITE Liquid CPU Cooler for you. It also comes with a 360mm radiator to maximize cooling performance. While it does not come equipped with our iCUE LINK single-cable solution, it still offers an easy installation with the USB-C wire harness that helps connecting everything up in a breeze.

If a liquid cooler is no option for you, we also have the A115 Twin Tower CPU Air Cooler available for you. It can handle up to 270W TDP (Thermal Design Power) which fits the bill when looking at the maximum turbo power of 253W that the Intel Core i9-14900KS has. A115 comes equipped with six 6mm heat pipes and two large AF140 ELITE fans that help dissipate the heat efficiently. Although we do recommend taking the AIO liquid cooler route to cool the Intel Core i9-14900KS, our A115 is fit to do the job well too.

To find the cooler which is compatible with your CPU socket, we have made a tool that will help ensure you don't run into problems once your shiny new AIO cooler arrives. It's called the CORSAIR CPU COOLING Finder.

To use the tool you'll be asked what CPU you have, what case you're building in, and also what graphics card you're packing. This is so we can check compatibility for you, and so that you do not end up in a situation where your new AIO cooler will not fit into your case because your graphics card is too long.

Another option would be to build a Custom Cooling Loop, you'll be able to reach even better performance than with an AIO cooler. It will also look incredible, although we'd admit will take a bit more effort than an AIO.

Whatever cooling option you're looking for, you'll find CORSAIR has something for you.