Introduction by Silverstone

The Tundra TD03 is SilverStone’s first all-in-one liquid cooler and is a breakthrough in a market segment filled with similar-looking products. Its unique full alloy water-block is constructed with copper base and aluminum body for better durability compared to plastic-built competitions. The block also has a patented design that eliminates screws in its construction to provide excellent cooling performance and integration of mounting bracket for easy installation. The radiator has another patented design that utilizes brazing fins similar to those used in top air coolers for increased heat transfer efficiency by up to 40% over traditional radiators. With it fully assembled, factory filled and sealed, the TD03 can be used immediately with no need to refill. For those looking to finally have a unique all-in-one liquid cooler that is durable and well constructed, the TD03 is definitely it.


Special Features by Silverstone

• Easy installation with aluminum clips and steel back-plate
• Maintenance free, no refill required
• Dual auto adjustable 120mm PWM fans included
• Durable full alloy water-block for improved reliability
• Patented brazing fins radiator increase cooling efficiency by 40%
• Socket LGA775/115X/1366/2011/AM2/AM3/FM1/FM2

Specification


Unboxing

The items was well packed inside a compartment box and all the components are cover with plastic bag for extra protection during shipping.


Inside the box

All in one (AIO) 120mm radiator water-cooling kit.

The design of the radiator fins make me think of those big industrial use heat exchanger. I think Silverstone TD03 has the thickest AIO 120mm radiator in the market. It is measured at 45mm. Theorectically, more surface area equal more cooling capability.

The alloy CPU block with copper base look great and so different from others. It feel sturdy and robust. Well done to Silverstone on the design of the CPU block. Personally, I prefer alloy block compare to plastic. There no fans controller included in this kit.


Two sleeve 120mm fans for push pull configuration. Both are PWM fans.


A box of accessories. Inside the accessories box you will find:

1) Back Plate
2) Mounting hardware and thermal grease
3) Fans splitter
4) AMD mounting bracket


Installation

As an air cooler user, first time installing an AIO water-cooling kit was quite an experience. I didn't expect it as easier as air cooler.

I hope Silverstone can improve on the installation manual for old socket. The manual included does not showed how to mount LGA1366 back plate insulation.

I just mount it accordingly. Hope it doesn't short circuit my system.

Below is the picture how I place the back plate insulation material.


I found it is easier to mount the CPU block first before the radiator. Can be done either way, but I found difficulty in screwing the CPU block later if the radiator is mounted first.


Testing Rig Specifications

CPU: i7 960 (stock clock 3.2Ghz)
Mobo: Asus X58 Rampage iii Formula
RAM: Corsair Dominator 6Gb 1600mhz
GPU: Asus Direct Cu ii GTX 670 OC
Case: Corsair Obsidian 550D
Primary drive: OCZ Agility 3 120GB
PSU: Corsair HX1000W
Case Intake Fans: 2x Scythe GT AP15 and 2x Corsair Case fan

Normal Operating Temperature.

At stock clock instantly I saw a drop of ±8⁰C from my air cooler. Initially, my idle temperature was at ±57⁰C with this kit I am seeing stock idle at ±49⁰C. Normal usage loading temperature is approximately ±54⁰C using this AIO kit.

Benchmark with latest Final Fantasy XIV benchmark tool.

I tried to up the CPU clock for higher temperature to see how this AIO watercooling kit perform.
It does perform beyond my expectation , the temperature is lower compare to my air cooler. I think the kit will perform even better with a better air flow case and aftermarket thermal grease.

Overclock to 3.85Ghz - Loading Temp @ ±68⁰C and Idle Temp @ ±62⁰C (Benchmark with same clock speed, with my air cooler is running at about ±80⁰C).


Conclusion

For those who are thinking of upgrading or changing their CPU cooler. This is the kit you should take into consideration. The alloy constructed waterblock doesn't only look great in your rig. You will notice your CPU temperature drop once is hook up to your system. The thing I dislike about this kit are the fans supplied is too loud running @ 12V for my liking. I prefer silent PC.

Pros

• The Alloy CPU block look stunning and robust
• Different approach of radiator and CPU block design in the market
• Barely any noise from the pump

Cons

• The included fans noise running @ 12V are loud
• Better manual instruction for old socket

This post has been edited by Vivi81: Jun 30 2013, 09:17 PM