CONCLUSION

   The improvements be quiet! implemented in their latest Shadow Rock 3 CPU cooler seem to have paid off since even though it's smaller compared to its predecessor our results showed roughly 5 degrees difference between them (a more or less 10% improvement). On top of that not only did the Shadow Rock 3 surpass the Mugen 5 ARGB Plus (even by just a little) but it also matched the performance of the Fuma 2 model (both dual-fan models by Scythe). Now I'm fully aware that the Shadow Rock 3 may not be the highest quality or the best looking model of theirs to date (their Dark Rock line is my favourite plus for some people RGB lighting is a one way lately) but producing such cooling efficiency with such low noise is not something we see often, even more so from a mid-range model. Also, the somewhat limited compatibility with AMD CPU’s may disappoint some potential buyers but it is what it is.

  The Shadow Rock 3 CPU Cooler by be quiet! was officially released 2 days ago and currently retails for USD49.90 inside the USA (Newegg.com) and for 52.66Euros inside the EU (Amazon.de) a price tag which is extremely tempting for the performance you’ll be getting in return. Overall the be quiet! Shadow Rock 3 may not be the best model out in the market today but for people who care only about performance and aren’t willing to spend much in order to get it this represents a great choice and for that it gets our Golden Award.

PROS

- Very Good Cooling Efficiency
- Design (Zero Interference Model)
- Price
- Dual Fan Solution
- Bundle
- 3 Years Warranty

CONS

- Looks (For Some)
- AMD Compatibility