XSPC create more affordable Blade series water blocks for the AMD RX 480

[WYP]

XSPC created their new Blade series of affordable GPU water blocks for the AMD RX 480, offering full cover block performance at a reduced price.



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[Daiyus]

This looks interesting. I've been considering testing a custom loop in my current rig and getting an RX 480 to do it with as my HD 7870 just isn't worth doing anything with, and a block for it would cost more than the card is worth.

I actually really like the ultra-slim basic look. I'm using a Silverstone FTZ01 so space is at a premium at the best of times. I'm going to use QDC connections to allow easy separation of the lid and GPU brackets from the case and an external reservoir (for aesthetics).

I've have been scratching my head about the best way to run out to the reservoir. Looking at how much space there is above the displayports I could run a passthrough straight out the back of the card.

EKWB are great, but pricey. As an introduction to watercooling this could be the answer I was looking for.

 

[NeverBackDown]

Might just tempt me to go under water

 

[Kushiro]

Wouldnt bother going under water for the reference rx480

 

[NeverBackDown]

Wouldnt bother going under water for the reference rx480

Reference PCB with an 8pin would still fit this block it seems. It's not very intrusive judging by the render

 

[AlienALX]

This is awesome and not just a huge slab of metal like Alphacool's cheap blocks.