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be quiet! Dark Rock Pro TR4 Review: Threadripping in Stealth Mode - Tom's Hardware | Tom's Hardware
be quiet! Dark Rock Pro TR4 Review: Threadripping in Stealth Mode
Threadripper joins the Dark side: The be quiet! Dark Rock Pro TR4 is a quiet, impressive contender in the Threadripper cooling arms race.
Rating: 4 ​
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Can the be quiet! Dark Rock Pro TR4 effectively cool the 3960x or 3970x?
I have a 3970x on an Asus TRX40-PRO with the Dark Rock Pro TR4. I see all-core loads (including prime95 small) stay around 79C, occasionally hitting a max of 83C. But my highest temps don't actually happen in all-core loads... they happen with 8-12 core loads, yielding ~90C, possibly because I end up with "hot spots" in the active CCXs (as the per-core power draw is 2 to 2.5x higher in a partial load than in an all-core load on the active cores). I wonder if the 3960x is slightly harder to cool with fewer cores and more power per core. I actually started with a Noctua U14S, but tried and stayed with the Dark Rock Pro because it sounded a bit quieter, or at least less annoying. But the Noctua was similarly competent thermally, IIRC. Eventually I decided to reduce my power limit in the BIOS's PBO options, after reading that a 180 watt limit only redcued performance by 10%. I settled on 220 watts, which testing showed cost only 5% performance but has all-core loads running in near silence with 69C typical, 73C peak temps. Make sure you don't have case airflow issues (perhaps test with side panel off) or insufficient thermal paste. And consider experimenting with reducing your power limit. The noise and extra 60 watt power draw aren't worth the last 5% of performance to me, anyway. More on reddit.com
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Dark Rock Pro 4 VS Noctua DH15
First off, just know that the Dark Rock Pro 3 actually cools better than the 4, but it’s noisier. Read this . Your case has 176mm clearance for CPU air coolers. The Dark Rock Pro 4 is 163mm tall, and the NH-D15 is 165mm tall. So, they should both fit fine. The NH-D15 also comes in an S variant, which offsets the fans to provide extra RAM clearance, if you need it. It’s 160mm tall. The NH-D15 cools slightly better. Both coolers are very quiet during normal operation, but the NH-D15 can be a little louder as the fans hit higher RPMs. Also, if you go with the NH-D15, you can change the fan orientation to reduce noise. There are several articles about it. More on reddit.com
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be quiet! Dark Rock Pro TR4 Review | KitGuru
March 30, 2023 - As the ‘TR4' part of the name suggests, the be quiet! Dark Rock Pro TR4 has been designed to work with Threadripper CPUs, something that wasn't supported with the Dark Rock Pro 4. From the outset, the Dark Rock Pro TR4 shares a very similar aesthetic to the Dark Rock Pro 4 which we reviewed previously, and also shares a very similar price at £79.99.
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Review of Dark Rock Pro TR4 from Gecid.com from be quiet!
One of the most popular portals for enthusiasts and overclockers GECID.com published a review and the results of detailed testing of the Dark Rock Pro TR4 cooler, which was developed specifically and exclusively for the AMD TR4 platform. The cooler impressed the author of the article with excellent cooling efficiency, quiet operation, convenient and reliable fastening system, stylish appearance, as well as rich accessories.
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Amazon.com: be quiet! Dark Rock Pro TR4 250W TDP CPU Cooler | for AMD TR4 Only | Black | BK023 : Electronics
Silent Loop 3 420mm CPU AIO Liquid Cooler | 3 Silent Wings 4 140mm PWM High-Speed Fans | Quiet Performance | 6-Pole Motor | Discreet ARGB Lighting | Refillable | Black | BW026 ... Dark Rock Pro 4 Dark Rock Pro TR4 Dark Rock 4 Dark Rock TF 2 Dark Rock Slim Dark Rock Pro TR4 offers an immense ...
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be quiet! Dark Rock 4 and Dark Rock Pro 4 Review: Inaudible Excellence - PC Perspective
December 23, 2020 - The Dark Rock lineup from be quiet! is a complete one in the high-performance air cooling category, with coolers ranging from the compact Dark Rock Slim up to the large dual-tower Dark Rock Pro 4. The family also includes a lower-profile option in the Dark Rock TF, and a special version for AMD Threadripper CPUs in the Dark Rock Pro TR4...
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be quiet! Dark Rock Pro TR4 Computer CPU Cooler, AMD TR, Up to 250TDP, 135mm Silent Wings 3 Fans - Walmart.com
be quiet! Dark Rock Pro TR4 Computer CPU Cooler, AMD TR, Up to 250TDP, 135mm Silent Wings 3 Fans
Two virtually inaudible silent Wings PWM fans. Funnel-shaped frame of the front fan for high air pressure. Achieves only 24.3Db(a) at maximum fan speed. Seven high-performance copper heat pipes. Airflow-optimized cooling fins; cutouts enhance the RAM compatibility. Easily install able Black Installation Kit can be mounted from above. Brushed aluminum top cover with diamond Cut finish. Socket type:. AMD: Socket TR4
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Be Quiet! Dark Rock Pro TR4 Review + TR 3970x Re Build & RAM Guide! - YouTube
I test the Be Quiet Dark Rock Pro TR4 cooler on a Threadripper 3970x, and also rebuild the complete system.Threadripper 3970x Compact Case Build: https://you...
Published   January 5, 2020
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Review: be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 4 TR4 - Cooling - HEXUS.net
December 20, 2018 - So what's new? Good question. The key difference is the necessary modifications for TR4 support. Compared to the otherwise-identical regular Pro 4 cooler, this TR4's upper section of the base is now completely filled in. The reason for this is in the way the TR4 mounting mechanism works. be quiet!
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be quiet! Dark Rock Pro TR4 250W TDP CPU Cooler | for AMD TR4 Only | Black 4J9I | eBay
be quiet! Dark Rock Pro TR4 250W TDP CPU Cooler | for AMD TR4 Only | Black 4J9I
be quiet! Dark Rock Pro TR4 250W TDP CPU Cooler | for AMD TR4 Only | Black 4J9I be quiet!
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be quiet! - Dark Rock Pro 4 CPU Cooler Review
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Along the way, Be Quiet has made minor changes. Things like the hardware, size of the cooler, fans, and even the coating technologies have all been studied, and the best options of the time applied to the cooler. Specifically to the latest iteration of the Dark Rock Pro cooler, it also comes with a 250W TDP, and there is also a TR4 ... be quiet!'s Dark Rock Pro 4 is a very easy to install CPU cooler and performs exactly as intended, but couldn't quite receive our Editors Choice award.
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Bequiet Dark Rock Pro TR4 Cooler Fan for sale online | eBay
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You are purchasing a Be Quiet Dark Rock Pro TR4 Heatsink. NEW WITHOUT BOX. ... Brandbe quiet! ... Socket CompatibilityLGA 1366/Socket B, LGA 2011/Socket R, LGA 1156/Socket H, LGA 1150/Socket H3, LGA 1155/Socket H2, LGA 1151, Socket TR4 ... Item Length4.7in. Item Height6.41in.
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be quiet! Dark Rock Slim CPU Air Cooler | 180W TDP | Compact Air Cooler | LGA 1700 1200 2066 1150 1151 1155 2011(-3) Square ILM | Intel and AMD 4/5 Support | Low Noise Cooler | Black | BK024 - Newegg.com
Compact construction does not block memory slots Silent Wings 3 120mm PWM fan features an advanced fluid-dynamic bearing and a smooth 6-pole motor Virtually inaudible with only 23.6 dB (A) at maximum fan speed Four high-performance copper heat pipes that provide maximal heat conductance Wave-contoured cooling fins for increased air circulation Special black coating with ceramic particles enables perfect heat transfer Supports an additional 120mm fan; fan clips are included in scope of delivery Easily installable black installation kit can be mounted from above Elegant, brushed aluminum top cov
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Be Quiet! Dark Rock Pro TR4 CPU Cooler Pros and Cons | TechSpot
January 7, 2026 - Der neue be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 4 TR4 ist ein exzellenter Luftkühler für sämtliche AMD Threadripper Anwender. Man bekommt nicht nur die gewohnt hochwertige Verarbeitungsqualität geboten, sondern auch eine kinderleichte Montage.
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r/threadripper on Reddit: Can the be quiet! Dark Rock Pro TR4 effectively cool the 3960x or 3970x?
January 22, 2020 -

Currently running the Noctua U14S TR4-SP3 with a 3960x, 3rd gen Threadripper.

It Noctua works... but not nearly as well as well as Noctua said it would. Even with the optional second fan, under sustained all-core loads the Noctua is unable to keep the CPU from grossly exceeding the performance throttling temperature. CPU temperatures rapidly rise to over 90C. When Noctua was contacted again, they changed their story, saying those temps were in line with their testing.

Have since contacted 'be quiet!' to see if they had tested their Dark Rock Pro TR4 with the new threadrippers. They also claim that their product is able to keep the new CPUs below the CPUs thermal throttle temperature, but their representative would not specify at which temperature (or even range of temperatures) that it would maintain the CPU.

AMD's information page on the new Threadrippers (until a day or so ago) stated a maximum temperature of 68C, an implausibly low figure. With CPU temperatures regularly rising well above 68C, filed a trouble ticket with AMD to confirm that 68C is the proper max. AMD support responded that the maximum temperature is actually 95C. Further, that the performance throttle starts at "About 85C" (their words).

The Noctua U14S is not able to keep the CPU below 85C when under sustained all-core loads. Is the Dark Rock Pro capable of keeping the new threadrippers below their 85C throttle temperature? Be quiet is clearly saying it can, but so did Noctua prior to purchase.

TLDR - Has anyone tested the Dark Rock Pro TR4 on the 3960x or 3970x with sustained all-core loads?

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I have a 3970x on an Asus TRX40-PRO with the Dark Rock Pro TR4. I see all-core loads (including prime95 small) stay around 79C, occasionally hitting a max of 83C. But my highest temps don't actually happen in all-core loads... they happen with 8-12 core loads, yielding ~90C, possibly because I end up with "hot spots" in the active CCXs (as the per-core power draw is 2 to 2.5x higher in a partial load than in an all-core load on the active cores). I wonder if the 3960x is slightly harder to cool with fewer cores and more power per core. I actually started with a Noctua U14S, but tried and stayed with the Dark Rock Pro because it sounded a bit quieter, or at least less annoying. But the Noctua was similarly competent thermally, IIRC. Eventually I decided to reduce my power limit in the BIOS's PBO options, after reading that a 180 watt limit only redcued performance by 10%. I settled on 220 watts, which testing showed cost only 5% performance but has all-core loads running in near silence with 69C typical, 73C peak temps. Make sure you don't have case airflow issues (perhaps test with side panel off) or insufficient thermal paste. And consider experimenting with reducing your power limit. The noise and extra 60 watt power draw aren't worth the last 5% of performance to me, anyway.
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I’m running the Dark Rock Pro TR4 on my 3970X system (thanks for the advice elsewhere, the O11 Dynamic XL is a really nice case and just as quiet as you said) and it seems to idle in the 38-42C range, temps in the 60s-70s when running my typical compilation workloads. Gets up near 80c when doing a clean kernel compile but not exceeding that by much IIRC. AIDA64 stress tests hit > 90C easily though. Oh and I’m using the Carbonaut pad not thermal paste. What’s your workload that’s hitting those 85C temps? If it’s something easy to test I might give it a try.
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May 16, 2019 - it has same performance as d15 - I've debated which of the two coolers to get, but went with be quiet due to lower price, comparable performance and better looking design ... I have Dark rock pro 4 on my 2700X - temps dont go over 72C during load (and that is during heavy load, like cinebench, while during gaming CPU is below 60C, usually around 54C due to low CPU load games have)
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be quiet! Dark Rock PRO TR4 review
be quiet! Dark Rock PRO TR4 review
Actually, be quiet! launches two products in the Dark Rock 4 series, we'll split these into two reviews as both deserve their own content. The two models are the Dark Rock Pro 4 and Pro editions, successors to the Dark Rock Pro 3 processor cooler, both of them keeping most of its silence and performance features compared to the model 3 versions. Dark Rock Pro TR4 ... <p>We review another be quiet! Dark Rock series cooler, this round the PRO TR4 with that TR for Threadripper. The dark tower flagship cooler comes with two radiators, two fans and takes up that cooling performance towards 250 Watt
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be quiet! dark rock pro tr4
The be quiet! Dark Rock PRO TR4 is specially designed for high-end AMD processors on socket sTR4. It is ultra-efficient and has a heat dissipation capacity of up to 250W TDP. Quiet and powerful, it is ideal for overclocking and gaming configurations.
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r/buildapc on Reddit: HELP! Dark Rock Pro 4 vs TR4
April 13, 2020 -

Hey guys so i'm working on my first build in 15 years. I've purchased a crosshair viii hero board, ryzen 9 3900x which i'm putting in a panzer evo case. I thought I purchased a rock pro 4 cooler but it appears to be a rock pro tr4. Clearly the mounting bracket didn't work. Is this as simple as getting the proper bracket or are the coolers all together different?

Also with the panzer evo cases are the mounds the standoffs or what? they only sent 2 standoffs with the case and the instruction manual shows that there should only be 2.

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