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Scythe Mugen 5

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Key specs

  • LGA 2011-v3 (Socket R), Socket FM2, LGA 1151 (Socket H4), Socket AM2, Socket FM1, Socket AM3+, Socket AM2+, Socket FM2+, Socket AM3
  • 24.9 dB
  • 1200 rpm
  • 300 rpm
  • 51.17 cu-ft./minute
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Scythe Mugen 5 - Full Specifications

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General
Supported processor sockets
  • LGA 2011-v3
  • Socket FM2
  • LGA 1151
  • Socket AM2
  • Socket FM1
  • Socket AM3+
  • Socket AM2+
  • Socket FM2+
  • Socket AM3
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Dimensions
Fan width4.72 in
Fan depth4.72 in
Fan height1.06 in
Fan diameter4.72 in
Width5.12 in
Depth6.08 in
Height4.33 in
Weight31.39 oz
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Technical details
Noise level (high speed)24.9 dB
Noise level (low speed)4.0 dB
Fan speed (max)1200.0 rpm
Fan speed (min)300.0 rpm
Maximum airflow51.17 cu-ft./minute
Minimum airflow16.6 cu-ft./minute
Maximum air pressure1.05 mmH2O
Minimum air pressure0.08 mmH2O
Mean time between failures (MTBF)120000.0 h

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Scythe Mugen 5 Scythe - Editorial Reviews (7)

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Scythe Mugen 5 Scythe Mugen 5 Rev.C CPU Cooler review
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Guru3D.com
Published: 08.09.2022
Scythe Mugen 5 Rev.C CPU Cooler review
4.0

We review Scythes new Mugen 5 Rev. C cooler. Rev.C. of the Mugen 5 Rev.C features a new Kaze Flex II 120 mm PWM fan but is based on the traditional Mugen 5 heatsink design with its most recognizable ... Article

By Hilbert Hagedoorn
4 minute read
Scythe Mugen 5 Scythe Mugen 5 Rev.B CPU Cooler Review
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tomshardware.co.uk
Published: 14.06.2017
Scythe Mugen 5 Rev.B CPU Cooler Review

Scythe updates its Mugen 5 to Rev.B with new AMD AM4 brackets. Can the venerable cooler quietly cool our overclocked Core i7-5930K?

By Avery Little
8 minute read
Scythe Mugen 5 Scythe Mugen 5 Review (Page 4 of 4) | APH Networks
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Scythe Mugen 5 Review (Page 4 of 4) | APH Networks

Page 4 - Conclusion

3 minute read
Scythe Mugen 5 Scythe Mugen 5 Rev.C CPU Air Cooler Review
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TweakTown
Published: 07.09.2022
Scythe Mugen 5 Rev.C CPU Air Cooler Review
4.6

Scythe's Mugen 5 Rev.C CPU air cooler gets put to the test as Chad tests it out and works out if it's one to add to your build or not.

By Chad Sebring
20 minute read
Scythe Mugen 5 Scythe Mugen 5 Black Edition Review
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TechPowerUp
Published: 08.10.2021
Scythe Mugen 5 Black Edition Review
4.0

Scythe looks to reap the competition with the Mugen 5 Black Edition. Its asymmetrical design is a major focal point, while the all-black aesthetic is visually appealing. Add the more powerful fan and you have what appears to be a truly upgraded Mugen 5 Rev.B.

By crazyeyesreaper (...
4 minute read
Scythe Mugen 5 Scythe Mugen 5 CPU Cooler Review - EnosTech.com
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EnosTech.com
Published: 03.07.2017
Scythe Mugen 5 CPU Cooler Review - EnosTech.com

The Scythe Mugen 5 comes in both standard(1 fan) and PCGH(2 fan) Editions and offers some pretty impressive performance for its size and price!

By Ben
9 minute read
Scythe Mugen 5 A Legend gets BETTER - Scythe Mugen 5 Black Edition Review
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Hardware Canucks
Published: 30.08.2021
A Legend gets BETTER - Scythe Mugen 5 Black Edition Review

The Scythe Mugen 5 is a legendary cooler and one of the best CPU coolers in 2021 but now Scythe is launching the Mugen 5 Black Edition. In this Mugen 5 review we take a look at performance, price and thermal performance on CPUs from 125W to 165W and 260W. And most of all is the Mugen 5 Black...

By Gav
0 minute read

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