The Socket-A-compatible version of the Golden Orb,
the Chrome Orb has the same basic design and a sensible one-piece clip that's
no big deal to attach. It's rather more annoying to remove, but that's a
common problem.
The Chrome Orb fits on most
Socket A motherboards, but fouls capacitors on a few, like the Abit KT7
for instance. A quick kiss from a grinder can solve that problem.
Because it's got
the same basic design as the original Orb, it doesn't work any better. The
one I tested scored 0.81°C/W. but at $AUD34.10 delivered, it's a good-looking,
capable enough cooler for midrange systems.
