Cooler Master Aquagate Viva

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The Aquagate Viva is an interesting piece of hardware. The ability to cool a processor or a video card is very unique for an all-in-one water cooling setup of this nature. The built in waterblock/water pump really cuts down on the footprint inside of a case and the small radiator that can mount in any number of positions really makes the Aquagate Viva a versatile product.

The biggest drawback takes away from a lot of that versatility and that drawback is the flow meter. It is a great idea and the alarm certainly will alert you if something is wrong because boy is that alarm a piercing buzz. The only problem is that it really makes installation tough. Because of the flow meter, the tubes become gangly and awkward to manipulate, especially considering the flow meter has to remain in an upright position to function.

If Cooler Master can refine the flow meter then this Aquagate Viva is really a great product that can be used in any number of ways. As it stands now, I would definitely recommend users to make sure that their case has room, in the right spots, that will facilitate an acceptable installation. The performance really surprised me because I did put it through a pretty tough test and the Aquagate Viva performed admirably, but the installation really diminishes the overall appeal.