Introduction

Specifications MANUFACTURER: Scythe MODEL: Shuriken 2 SOCKET SUPPORT: Intel: LGA 775, LGA1150, LGA1151, LGA1155, LGA1366

AMD: AM4, AM3+, AM3, AM2+, AM2, FM2+, FM2, FM1 HEATSINK: Material: Aluminium (fins)

Copper (heat pipes)

Dimensions: 94 mm x 93 mm x 58 mm (w/fan)

Heat pipes: Ø6 mm - 4 pcs

Weight: 350 g (w/fan) FAN: Model: Kaze Flex Slim 92 mm

Dimensions: 92 mm x 92 mm x 15 mm

Fan Speed: 300–2500 RPM (max)

Fan Airflow: 41.3 (max)

Fan Noise: 1.8–23.2 dBA FEATURES: Slim design for max compatibility

H.P.M.S mounting system

Silent Kaze Flex 9215 slim fan Optional hardware for standard 92 mm fan WARRANTY: Three years MSRP: $42.90

Scythe is a company that's been in the CPU cooler market for nearly two decades, having entered the market back in 2002. Since then, they have rapidly grown, becoming a well-known and respected manufacturer of CPU coolers and fans with a dedicated following. Their diverse portfolio of products along with a firm commitment to quality has resulted in a company that, while not quite on the same level as Noctua or Corsair in terms of brand recognition, still ranks among the top-tier manufacturers all the same.In today's review, I take Scythe's latest offering, the Shuriken 2, and put it through a torture test that is likely unfair considering how tiny this heatsink truly is. However, considering Scythe's ability to punch above their weight class, the Shuriken 2 might have a better chance to withstand the heat compared to other ultra-small Mini-ITX focused coolers.