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Bykski CPU-XPR-C-I CPU Water Block

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The Bykski CPU-XPR-C-I CPU Water Block is a mouthful to say and type but worth your time to know more about thanks to the incredible value it provides. This is an Intel-specific CPU block with decent performance, integrated ARGB lighting, and clean aesthetics for a really low selling price of $35.

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Thanks for the fair review VSG. Well done!
 
When I eventually had to toss a fouled EK block (corrosion due to my fault), I ended up using a budget Blyski analog, which lasted a long while until I finally splurged on high-end blocks (that are not EK). Still ended up using the Blyski (attached to a repurposed Alphacool expandable AIO) for a testbench used mainly to test Ebay PC part purchases, and it's still going strong.

Here's to hoping Blyski will let you test out some of their Granzon stuff; I'd like to see proper reviews on those (even if I'm already using some of them).
 
TechLurker said:
When I eventually had to toss a fouled EK block (corrosion due to my fault), I ended up using a budget Blyski analog, which lasted a long while until I finally splurged on high-end blocks (that are not EK). Still ended up using the Blyski (attached to a repurposed Alphacool expandable AIO) for a testbench used mainly to test Ebay PC part purchases, and it's still going strong.

Here's to hoping Blyski will let you test out some of their Granzon stuff; I'd like to see proper reviews on those (even if I'm already using some of them).
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I have a Granzon block being tested right now, a couple of other Bykski block reviews coming up here too.

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there is even better value XPR-B-I at half the price is 4 times more popular.
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Unfortunately I can only speak about items I've used myself.
 
I'm using the Bykski CPU-XPR-POM-V2 for well over two years now and it keeps my R9 5900X nicely cool. It may not be a top performer or innovation price winner but it does what it needs to do at approximately half the price as the high end blocks.
Build quality is amazing to for that price and I think perfect for one who wants to start with custom WC and don't break the bank.

So yeah, I would like to see more Bykski product reviews as in my opinion they have earned there place in the WC scene by now.

@ VSG keep up the good work, it's appreciated :lovetpu:
 
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It is interesting that this block has a slot shaped in such a way that there should be flowing more water in the center of the block, and on Intel CPU the block should perform better when the fins in the base are vertical (parallel to the longer side of the CPU).

So I would like to ask the reviewer, what was the orientation of the block during the test?
 
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This module is a completely trash. You can buy another Bykski water block with 0.08mm fins by only 68 Chinese yuan(about 9 -10 dollers) in TaoBao, which has a unbelievable performance that can easily compete with Alphacool or EKWB. Only 10 dollers bro!
 
running EK(second hand) on i9-10900kf + alpha cool for 3070
With demineralised water for 2 years works fine
 
Oh cool, you're looking at Bykski stuff on AliExpress!

I'd be curious how a full-custom $150 loop from AliExpress performs compared to these vanity-focused $300 ARGBLED AIOs...
 
Noci said:
Build quality is amazing to for that price and I think perfect for one who wants to start with custom WC and don't break the bank.
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Cant speak for the blocks, but ive got the 16/10 Gun Metal Fittings and some other extensions, angles, etc., and cant complain, the finish is surprisingly deep and even, especially when compared to the 6 pack of ek qt(black nickel) i got as well.
 
I'm actually looking into one of these by Bykski: Granzon GAISC CPU Water Cooling Block w/ Temp Digital Display - Black – BYKSKI.US

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woll3 said:
Cant speak for the blocks, but ive got the 16/10 Gun Metal Fittings and some other extensions, angles, etc., and cant complain, the finish is surprisingly deep and even, especially when compared to the 6 pack of ek qt(black nickel) i got as well.
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I also use their anti-off fittings and extensions for hard tubing, they are actually quite good.

Additionally I'm using Bykski sensors for flow, pressure and temperature which seem to work properly. Can't say anything about the accuracy of the readings however, as I don't have access to calibrated equipment to check.
But it is a hella lot cheaper than for example the Aquacomputer Aquaero counterparts.

My 480 x 45 full copper rad is Bykski as well, no complaints here either, though those are now priced in the Alphacool XT45 range.
 
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Pretty expensive for a Byiski part.
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Then again, it IS a part of their luxury/premium line, Granzon. I would hope though that the coldplate would at least have slightly better performance than the basic Blyski blocks. Otherwise yeah, it'd be pretty marked up.
 
Byksi is a great choice, even without thinking about budget.
 
Byiski are also very flexible when it comes to GPU blocks. You can regularly find blocks for cards that are on the low end and even in some cases the budget end. They used to be great for Pricing but even Phanteks used to sell a distro plate for like $55 CAD.
 
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i like Bykski CPU-XPR-I-V3
Looks good, build like a heavy tank, price ~$50
performance wise loses several °C to Optimus Signature V2, but there is no block that can beat it, maybe alphacool core 1 only
 

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Pretty nice block, have used byski in the past, but it will be a while till anything beats that Core 1, which was my last block and is unbeatable at the moment.
 
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