Introduction of Arctic Accelero Xtreme III Graphics Card Cooler

The Arctic Accelero Xtreme III is a high-performance, aftermarket graphics card cooler designed to keep your card running cool and quiet, even under the most demanding gaming conditions. This cooler is compatible with a wide range of popular graphics cards and offers an estimated 20-30% reduction in GPU temperatures compared to stock coolers. The Arctic Accelero Xtreme III is available for around $60-80 USD and was launched in 2015.

Arctic Accelero Xtreme III Specifications

Features

• Three fans ensure efficient cooling
• 31 heatsinks for improved heat dissipation of VRM and RAM
• Pre-applied MX-4 thermal paste

Overview

Cooling Performance & Noise Level on NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680

RAM and VR Cooler Performance with Thermal Adhesive

Description of Arctic Xtreme III Graphics Card Cooler

The Arctic Accelero Xtreme III is a top-tier choice for gamers and overclockers looking to squeeze every ounce of performance from their graphics cards. The cooler's three-fan design provides excellent cooling performance, and the direct-touch heat sink ensures that the GPU stays cool even during extended gaming sessions. The cooler is also relatively easy to install, with a simple mounting system that works with a wide range of graphics cards. Additionally, the cooler's low noise level makes it a great choice for users who value a quiet computing environment.

The Accelero Xtreme III offers the best cooling solution for the fastest single GPU cards and operates in silence. Its special mounting mechanism and heatsink design makes it compatible with a wide-range of graphic cards.  With an impressive maximum cooling capacity of up to 300 Watts, it definitely satisfies all overclockers and enthusiasts with extremely powerful graphic cards.

Improved Fan Control for NVIDIA Graphics Cards
An improved fan controller and the use of additional filters guarantee a smooth operation with both NVIDIA and AMD graphics cards. Through software, the temperature-fan speed curve can be adjusted.

Setup Guide

To install the Arctic Accelero Xtreme III, follow these steps:

1. Remove the existing cooler from your graphics card.
2. Clean the GPU and surrounding area with a soft cloth and isopropyl alcohol.
3. Apply thermal paste to the GPU.
4. Position the Accelero Xtreme III over the GPU and secure it with the included screws.
5. Connect the cooler's fan and RGB cables to the graphics card's power and RGB headers.
6. Power on your computer and install the Accelero Xtreme III's drivers and software.

Compatibility

• AMD  Radeon
  RX 5700 (XT), R9 390(X), 380(X), 370X, 290(X), 285, 280(X), 270(X), R7 370, 265, HD 8870, 7970  (GHz), 7950 (Boost), 7870(XT,GHz), 7850, 6970, 6950, 6870, 6850, 6790, 5870, 5850, 5830, 4890, 4870, 4850, 4830, 3870, 3850
• NVIDIA  GeForce
  RTX 2080 Super, 2080, 2070 Super, Titan Xp, Titan X (Pascal), GTX 1080(Ti), 1070 (Ti), 1060, Titan X, 980(Ti), 970, Titan(Black), 780(Ti), 770, 760 , 750(Ti), 680, 670, 660(Ti), 650 Ti(boost), 580, 570, 560(Ti, SE), 550Ti, 480, 460(SE), GTS 450, 250, 240(OEM), GT 740, 9800 (GTX+, GTX, GT), 9600 (GT, GSO 512, GSO), 9500 GT (not LP), 8800 Ultra (G80), 8800 GTX (G80), 8800 GTS (G80), 8800 GTS 512 (G92), 8800 GTS (G92), 8800 GT, 8800 GS (9600GSO), 7900 GTX, 7800 (GTX 512, GTX, GT) Titan Xp, Titan X (Pascal), GTX 1080(Ti), 1070 (Ti), 1060, Titan X, 980(Ti), 970, Titan(Black), 780(Ti), 770, 760 , 750(Ti), 680, 670, 660(Ti), 650 Ti(boost), 580, 570, 560(Ti, SE), 550Ti, 480, 460(SE), GTS 450, 250, 240(OEM), GT 740, 9800 (GTX+, GTX, GT), 9600 (GT, GSO 512, GSO), 9500 GT (not LP), 8800 Ultra (G80), 8800 GTX (G80), 8800 GTS (G80), 8800 GTS 512 (G92), 8800 GTS (G92), 8800 GT, 8800 GS (9600GSO), 7900 GTX, 7800 (GTX 512, GTX, GT)

The compatibility list is based on AMD and NVIDIA reference board layout only ARCTIC holds no responsibility for in compatibility on non standard cards. Please refer to arctic.ac/AX3 for the height restriction drawing and the latest compatibility list.

Please ensure your graphics card does not come with a stacked power socket. 

Arctic Accelero Xtreme III Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues with the Arctic Accelero Xtreme III, try the following troubleshooting steps:

1. Make sure that the cooler is properly secured to the graphics card.
2. Check that the fan and RGB cables are properly connected to the graphics card's power and RGB headers.
3. Ensure that the thermal paste is evenly applied to the GPU.
4. If the cooler is still not functioning properly, contact Arctic's customer support team for further assistance.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Excellent cooling performance
• Direct-touch heat sink for improved heat dissipation
• Easy to install
• Low noise level
• Compatible with a wide range of graphics cards

Cons

• May not fit in all computer cases due to its size
• May be overkill for users with low-end graphics cards

Customer Reviews about Xtreme III Graphics Card Cooler

Users have praised the Arctic Accelero Xtreme III for its excellent cooling performance and low noise level. Many have noted that the cooler is easy to install and works well with a wide range of graphics cards. However, some users have reported compatibility issues with certain graphics cards, and others have noted that the cooler is quite large and may not fit in all computer cases.