ARCTIC Alpine 23 - Compact AMD CPU-Cooler Processor Air cooler 9 cm Aluminium, Black 1 pc(s)

The ARCTIC Alpine 23 Compact AMD CPU-Cooler is a compact air cooler designed for AMD sockets AM4 and AM5. It combines a 90 mm fan, Fluid Dynamic Bearing and a low-noise design to deliver effective cooling while fitting into most PC cases. With dimensions of 98.6 × 121 × 65 mm and a weight of 0.2755 kg, the cooler offers a compact aluminium-and-black appearance suitable for space-constrained builds and mainstream systems.

Advantages

The cooler provides efficient airflow from a 90 mm fan with a rotational speed range of 100–2000 RPM and a reported noise level of 0.3 sone. The Fluid Dynamic Bearing improves durability and reduces vibration. Its compact footprint and moderate height make it compatible with many cases and memory configurations, while the aluminium and black finish ensures a neutral visual style.

Suitable for

• Small-form-factor desktops and compact ATX builds
• Mainstream AMD systems using Socket AM4 or AM5
• Users seeking a low-noise, budget-friendly CPU cooler

Key specifications

• Type: Air cooler
• Fan diameter: 90 mm
• Fan speed: 100–2000 RPM
• Bearing: Fluid Dynamic Bearing
• Noise level: 0.3 sone
• Dimensions (W × D × H): 98.6 × 121 × 65 mm
• Weight: 0.2755 kg
• Supported sockets: Socket AM4, Socket AM5
• Colour: Aluminium, Black

How to use

Install the ARCTIC Alpine 23 Compact on a compatible AMD motherboard following the included mounting instructions. Ensure the CPU surface and cooler base are clean and apply thermal paste as directed. Mount the cooler to the socket using the supplied brackets and fasteners, then connect the fan cable to the CPU fan header. Verify clearance for memory modules and side-panel fit before closing the case.

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use a compatible amount of thermal paste and confirm fan orientation for front-to-back airflow in your case. Periodically clean dust from the fan and heatsink to maintain cooling efficiency and low noise levels. This cooler is intended for mainstream and low-to-moderate overclocking; check case clearance if using tall memory modules or compact enclosures.