Conclusion

As we can see from the results on the previous page, all the coolers tested managed to keep the CPU below 50c both in its stock form and while overclocked. I will now give a rundown on the specific performances of each cooler and the recommended users...

The ALPHA PAL-6035
Retailing for around $47 with the YS-TECH fan from Below Zero, this cooler is aimed at the strong overclocker who likes to push his CPU as far as it can go. Its noise levels and performance are acceptable and it is my recommendation that this cooler can be used for high -> very high overclocks.

The Thermaltake Mini Copper Orb
Retailing at $42 from Pc Cooling OZ this cooler provides adequate performance on both stock CPU's and overclocked CPU's while maintaining a low noise level. This cooler is however best suited for home users or low -> mild overclocks.

The Thermaltake Volcano II
Retailing at only $32 from Pc Cooling OZ this cooler provides better performance in its stock form that its more expensive brother the Mini Copper Orb. When teamed with a delta fan, this baby can handle high -> very high overclocks without a problem.

The Thermosonic ThermoEngine
This cooler was only marginally beaten in both tests, however managed to keep the CPU at incredibly low temperatures. This cooler retails for $42 from Below Zero, and provides excellent performance in both its stock form and when coupled with the delta is capable of handling very high -> extreme overclocks.

The Globalwin WBK38
This cooler was also an excellent performer and is available from Below Zero for only $44 with the delta fan. While the performance is excellent, able to handle very high -> extreme overclocks, the noise level may be a turn off to some home users where peace and quiet is required.

The CPUfx CORE
I was expecting amazing things from this cooler, but while the results were indeed outstanding, they were not what I had hoped them to be. This cooler retails for $75US (~$140AU) from Flying Lizzard which is way out of the league of many users, and for the performance that it has shown, this simply isn't justified. Its sheer size and looks however certainly turns heads at LANS, and coupled with a nice window kit, can really turn heads :).

The OCZ Gladiator
Performance wise, this cooler is our clear winner, managing to keep the cpu incredibly cool in its overclocked form. This cooler is also available from Below Zero for $75. If performance is your desire at no cost (both to your ears or wallet) then this is the cooler for you. This baby can handle anything thrown at it, and is recommended for extreme overclocks.

Lastly, I'd just like to thank the following people for making this review possible and sticking with me even after the long delay, once again I apologise. I'd like to thank Shaun from Below Zero, Dean and Daniel from Pc Cooling OZ, Ryan from OCZ and also Tim from Flying Lizzard.