The 7 best laptop cooling pads

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

One of the biggest problems with modern laptops is overheating. In the pursuit of reducing the thickness and weight of a mobile computer, manufacturers often reduce the efficiency of the integrated cooling system. This, in turn, leads to higher processor temperatures. While glowing, the chip, to protect itself, starts throttling – reducing the performance of the entire computer. This is especially noticeable when performing resource-intensive tasks.

Therefore, to maintain performance when performing demanding tasks, it is worth purchasing a laptop cooling pad. It compensates for the low efficiency of the built-in radiator.

We've compiled a list of 7 of the best laptop cooling pads to make your work more productive and enjoyable.

How to choose a laptop cooling pad

When choosing a cooling pad, you should focus on the following parameters:

1. Cooling type (active or passive);
2. Number of fans;
3. Fan performance.

These are the main parameters. It is also worth considering the type of placement (for example, on a table or on a bed), additional functionality (lighting, USB hub, built-in speakers, etc.) and size. The latter must correspond to the diagonal of the laptop or be larger than it.

Cooling type

Distinguish between passive and active cooling stands. The former simply compensate for the lack of holes in the countertop and are a flat sheet with drilled or punched 'holes'. Air circulates better through them.

The main advantage of such stands is noiselessness. At the same time, their performance is extremely low.

Active cooling stands have built-in fans. They 'drive' cool air flows into the interior of the laptop, thereby further reducing the temperature of the components, increasing productivity and protecting against dust accumulation.

Number of fans

The optimal number of fans in the laptop cooling stand is one, but large. You can also pay attention to accessories with two coolers – such devices are especially necessary for users whose daily work is associated with a high load on the hard drive.

But stands with fans in the amount of three or more are recommended for purchase only in some cases. These accessories are louder than others, and at the same time less productive.

Fan performance

The performance of the stand itself depends on this parameter. The higher it is, the more efficiently the accessory will cool the laptop. However, high-performance fans are usually very noisy.

The performance is determined through the air flow. The optimal value of this parameter is 1-3 m3 / min.

Rating of the best laptop cooling pads

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Rating of the best laptop cooling pads	1	Deepcool N8, Silver Aluminum	RUB 2,099
	2	Deepcool Multi Core X8	RUB 2 620
	3	Titan TTC-G25T / B4 Black	2 310 rub.
	4	Trust Azul Laptop Cooling Stand	1 399 RUB
	5	Crown Micro CMLC-530T	RUB 1,260
	6	Cooler Master Notepal U1	730 RUB
	7	Buro BU-LCP156-B214H	820 RUB

Deepcool N8, Silver Aluminum

Rating: 4.9

Why it is: High performance, easy to use, long lasting.

This stand uses two cooling techniques. First, the aluminum plate effectively dissipates heat from the bottom of the laptop. Secondly, two low-noise coolers provide enough performance to cool even gaming mobile computers.

In particular, the two 140mm fans provide 2.7 cubic meters of airflow per minute, rotating at 1000 rpm. The noise from them is about 25 decibels, so in most cases it is hardly audible.

The model is powered by USB, a connection cable is included. A special button on the case is used to turn it on and off. The stand can work as a USB hub, for this it is equipped with three additional connectors of a standard type.

The stand has a fixed tilt angle. The main body is made of plastic. Designed for laptops with a screen diagonal up to 17 inches inclusive.

Advantages

• Quiet and efficient;
• Aluminum plate for heat dissipation;
• Non-soiled surface.

disadvantages

• Fixed tilt angle;
• Noise is audible when the sound is muted;
• Flimsy and unreliable USB ports.

Deepcool Multi Core X8

Rating: 4.8

Why him: Four quiet fans, high performance.

The Deepcool Multi Core X8 cooling pad is one of the most versatile in the ranking, although it is focused on use with high-performance laptops, including gaming and mobile workstations. It is equipped with four 100mm fans and a metal dissipation plate that further dissipates heat.

The fans have a capacity of about 1.5 cubic meters of air per minute. However, thanks to the special design of the metal radiator, each of them diverts the heat flux to its side, ensuring uniform cooling. The maximum fan speed is 1300 rpm, the maximum volume is 23 decibels. Fan performance is adjustable.

The model is compatible with laptops up to 17 inches inclusive. Equipped with rubberized feet with height adjustment. There are two USB ports to act as a hub.

Advantages

• Sophisticated radiator design;
• Adjustable fan speed;
• Attractive design.

disadvantages

• If there are no sounds from the laptop, the fan noise is heard;
• Heavy;
• Slow USB hub ports.

Titan TTC-G25T / B4 Black

Rating: 4.7

Why it is: Very quiet and powerful.

This cooling pad can be safely recommended to people who need a quiet yet high-performance accessory. It is equipped with one 200 mm fan with a noise level of 17-20 decibels.

At the same time, the productivity of the device is quite high and amounts to 1.83 cubic meters of air per minute. This is achieved due to the high fan speed of 600-750 rpm with manual adjustment with a wheel on the housing. The top of the stand, painted in matte black, is crafted from aluminum to help dissipate heat.

The tilt angle of the stand is fixed. There are 3 USB ports on its body, thanks to which it can be used as a hub. Compatible with laptops up to and including 17.3 inches.

Advantages

• Surface pleasant to the touch, attractive design;
• Quiet but productive;
• Lots of USB ports.

disadvantages

• There are no air channels, which is why it will not cope well with cooling laptops with side or rear radiators;
• Inconvenient location of the speed control wheel;
• Inconvenient location of USB ports.

Trust Azul Laptop Cooling Stand

Rating: 4.7

Why her: A well-designed radiator, high performance, backlighting.

This model is one of the few in the ranking, focused specifically on use with gaming laptops. It is equipped with a special mesh heatsink made of high-strength metal, which provides uniform airflow to the bottom surface of the mobile computer and cooling of all diffusers regardless of their location.

It is equipped with two 125mm variable speed fans. They are distinguished by quiet operation – the maximum noise even at high load is 19 decibels.

The tilt angle of the stand is fixed, the height is 5 cm. The steps are with anti-slip coating. It uses 5W of power over the USB port. The cooling pad is compatible with laptops up to and including 17 “.

Advantages

• High performance;
• Beautiful lighting;
• Sophisticated radiator design.

disadvantages

• Non-switchable backlight;
• Better to use with 15 “laptops, as they are shorter than the standard 17”;
• Proprietary charging cable.

Crown Micro CMLC-530T

Rating: 4.6

Why it is: Adjustable height, reliable adjustment, low price.

One of the most inexpensive stands in the ranking. But her advantages are not limited to this. The stand is equipped with two coolers made using a special technology that reduces the volume of work. As a result, the noise level is no more than 20-25 decibels, so it does not drown out even quiet music or dialogues in films.

The performance of the device is high enough to cool the laptop by 10-15 degrees, depending on the model and the location of the diffusers. The rotation speed of coolers is not regulated. The fans are additionally highlighted in red. For power, the cradle, like many others, uses a standard 5 volt from the computer's USB connector.

The model is made of plastic. Adjustable leg – metal. There are special stops on the case to prevent the laptop from slipping.

Advantages

• The combination of price and performance;
• Several levels of height;
• Low noise level.

disadvantages

• Plastic radiator panel;
• Radiator panel without anti-slip coating;
• Inconvenient location of the power button.

Cooler Master Notepal U1

Rating: 4.5

Why it: Relocatable and removable fans, can be used as a transport bumper for a laptop.

This model is equipped with relocatable fans, which can simply be removed if necessary – and then it turns into a passive external radiator. Its body is made of aluminum and therefore effectively dissipates heat, even if the coolers are turned off. In addition, the stand is ergonomically designed to be used as a transport bumper for your laptop.

The cooling pad is equipped with two 80mm fans that can rotate at up to 2300 rpm. The heatsink design allows the cooler to be placed directly under the laptop diffuser for improved cooling performance.

A USB cable is used for power. The device does not have a hub or other additional functions, but it weighs only 0.3 kg. The stand is designed for use with compact laptops up to and including 14 “.

Advantages

• Simple, variable design;
• Effective heat dissipation;
• Quiet fans included.

disadvantages

• Too small;
• No USB hub
• Requires preliminary configuration (installation of coolers).

Buro BU-LCP156-B214H

Rating: 4.4

Why it is: The combination of low cost and high performance.

Buro BU-LCP156-B214H is one of the most powerful in the rating. Its capacity is 2.16 cubic meters of air exchange per minute. Thanks to this, it can cope with cooling even a very powerful laptop running under high load.

The stand is powered by two 140mm fans capable of rotating at speeds up to 1400 rpm. The speed is regulated by a rotary 'wheel' on the body. The special design of the fans ensures a low noise level of up to 21 decibels.

The stand is made of plastic and is additionally covered with a metal mesh that acts as a radiator. There is a blue backlight. USB powered and equipped with two separate USB ports to act as a hub. Equipped with a height-adjustable foot (5 levels in total) and laptop supports. Designed for 15 “computers.

Advantages

• Low price;
• Low noise level;
• Very high performance.

disadvantages

• Relatively small;
• Inaccurate operation of the rotation regulator;
• Non-switchable backlight.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.