Review: Fractal Design Celsius+ S28 Prisma

Conclusion

Back in 2017, Fractal Design's Celsius all-in-one cooler arrived as a streamlined solution for the more discerning enthusiast. Cooling performance wasn't typically a match for the rivals of that time, but Fractal's presentation, ease of installation and low noise levels were enough to garner a recommendation.

Fast forward to 2020 and the new Celsius+ offers many of the same characteristics. Installation is a cinch, cable management puts other AIOs to shame, there's no superfluous software to contend with, and it remains one of the quietest liquid coolers that money can buy.

That's the good news, but pricing has crept up, and stock cooling performance on the many-core processors of today isn't as competitive as we'd like. Add to that a ballooned £190 price tag, and the S28 Prisma becomes increasingly tough to justify.

Bottom line: performance enthusiasts should look elsewhere, but a lower price tag would make the Celsius+ a viable choice for those seeking a sleeker and quieter all-in-one cooler.

Fractal Design Celsius+ S28 Prisma

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The Fractal Design Celsius+ S28 Prisma CPU cooler is available to purchase from Scan Computers.

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