Community in 5 languagesGlobal + local opinion
Trending in United StatesGlobal Top 100What the World SaysCategoriesCountriesHow We Rank
TRENDEESPT
Global opinion
be quiet!

be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 5

Air Cooler β€’ 270 W β€’ 32.3 dB(A) β€’ 168 mm

No reviews yet

The Kacbu Global score is the average of user ratings; it will appear here once this product has collected enough ratings.

Air CoolerType
270 WCapacity
32.3 dB(A)Noise
168 mmHeight
FROM AROUND THE WORLD
Be the first to share an opinion on this product.Have you used this product? Share your experience β€” help users all over the world make a better decision.
KACBU

Should I buy it?

be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 5
CONSIDER
  • Current model β€” 34 months on the market
  • No real owner data yet β€” the verdict stays cautious
Great choice if these matter:
  • All-black builds that refuse beige-and-brown
  • Quiet-first users who want a physical silence switch
  • High-core-count CPUs under mixed desktop and creative loads
Watch out for:
  • 3-year warranty against 6 from Noctua and Arctic is the spec sheet's weak line
  • 168 mm height needs the same case-clearance check as every flagship tower
34 months on the marketLaunch price $100 (US)
Regret riskLOWlimited data
Main risks
  • 3-year warranty against 6 from Noctua and Arctic is the spec sheet's weak line
  • 168 mm height needs the same case-clearance check as every flagship tower
  • In Performance mode the 32.3 dB(A) ceiling is louder than the quietest rivals
  • Mounting is fiddlier than the best-in-class systems
The risk level is computed from the release date, verified weaknesses and real owner reports. The confidence score only appears once real owner data exists.
This box relies only on verified specs, the release date and real owner reports. We do not predict prices.
Global OpinionKacbu ScoreWhat the World SaysCoolingLaunchSpecificationsFAQQ&AWrite a ReviewAlternatives
Kacbu Global Opinion

What does the world think about this product?

Instead of compressing opinions from different countries into a single score, we show overall satisfaction alongside country-by-country trends.

No reviews yet for this product. Be the one to write the first β€” the country breakdown starts forming with the first reviews.

Kacbu Score

How many stars are users giving?

The rating distribution will be published here once enough reviews come in.

This product hasn't been rated yet.

What the World Says

User reviews from around the world

Real reviews, written in the author's own language.

No reviews yet β€” be the first to write one.

Cooling

Which processor does it support?

Cooling capacity determines the power class of the processor it will match.

COOLING

Capacity must be above the processor's turbo power.

270 W

270 W β€” Cooling capacity

270 W
270 WCooling capacity
Who Is It For?

Where does it stand out?

A quick usage guide built from the product's specs and the editorial summary.

All-black builds that refuse beige-and-brown

Great fit
Quiet-first users who want a physical silence switch

Great fit
High-core-count CPUs under mixed desktop and creative loads

Great fit
Editorial Analysis

Strengths and points to consider

Compiled by the Kacbu editorial team from spec sheets, independent press reviews and reported user feedback.

Strengths based on the specs
270 W manufacturer rating covers every consumer CPU with headroom
The Quiet/Performance switch is a real feature β€” silence when browsing, full airflow when rendering
23.3 dB(A) in Quiet mode is genuinely hard to hear in a closed case
Fully black design fits the builds the beige competition ignores
Asymmetric fan layout improves RAM clearance over symmetric dual towers
Things to consider
3-year warranty against 6 from Noctua and Arctic is the spec sheet's weak line
168 mm height needs the same case-clearance check as every flagship tower
In Performance mode the 32.3 dB(A) ceiling is louder than the quietest rivals
Mounting is fiddlier than the best-in-class systems
Historical Product Info

Official launch details

Instead of tracking today's retail price, Kacbu keeps the product's official launch information as a reference.

AnnouncedOctober 10, 2023

The manufacturer's official announcement date.

ReleaseOctober 24, 2023

The start of the initial sales period.

US launch price$100

be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 5's launch price.

be quiet! is a German brand and engineers its coolers there; production runs in China.

This is not the current retail price β€” it shows the product's historical, official launch information.
Specifications

be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 5 specifications

Click a linked value to see other products that share that same spec, and leave a comment on that spec.

General

Design
Dual tower, asymmetric dual fan
Manufacturer

Cooling

Modes
Quiet and performance mode switch
Heatpipes
7Γ— 6 mm copper heat pipe
Thermal Capacity

Compatibility

Socket Support
Legacy Sockets
Legacy Intel sockets (LGA1200 and LGA115x) also supported

Fan

Fan Size
Count
2
Model
1Γ— Silent Wings 135 mm + 1Γ— Silent Wings 120 mm

Noise

Max Noise
32.3
Quiet Mode
23.3 dB(A) in quiet mode

Dimensions

Height

Warranty

Years
3
FAQ

The most common questions about this product

What the numbers on the spec sheet actually mean in day-to-day use.

Should you buy the be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 5?
The Kacbu decision box currently says CONSIDER for the be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 5: the specs hold up, but there are not yet enough real owner reports to strengthen the call. Pros, cautions and alternatives are in the decision box at the top of this page.
What CPUs can the Dark Rock Pro 5 cool?
be quiet! rates it for 270 W TDP, which covers every current consumer desktop CPU including flagship parts.
Which sockets does the Dark Rock Pro 5 support?
AMD AM5/AM4 and Intel LGA1851/LGA1700, plus older Intel sockets like LGA1200 and LGA115x.
How loud is the Dark Rock Pro 5?
Up to 23.3 dB(A) in Quiet mode and up to 32.3 dB(A) in Performance mode β€” a physical switch on the cooler selects the profile.
How tall is it?
168 mm β€” verify your case supports coolers of that height before ordering.
Q&A

What are users asking each other?

If there's something specific to your own use case, ask β€” people who use this product will answer.

Have a question about be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 5?Be the first to ask

No questions yet β€” be the first to ask.

Shared Hardware

Products that share this hardware

This product's standout specs. You can jump to other models that use the same value.

Join the Community

What do you think of be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 5?

Share your experience in your own language. Kacbu connects your opinion with users across different regions of the world.

GLOBAL COMMUNITY

Your opinion could help someone on the other side of the world.

The experiences of people who actually use the product are at the heart of Kacbu. A short, honest, genuine review is enough.

  • Mention your country and how long you've used it
  • Write what you like and dislike most
  • Write in your own language
  • Help the community decide
Rate the aspects (optional)
Performance
Noise
Value
Did you have any problems?
Would you buy it again?
Create an account, earn points, and keep your reviews tied to your name.
Alternatives

Products the global community compares this to

Other products in the same category.

Have you used this product?The world is waiting for your opinion.