OCZ Gladiator Max HDT CPU Cooler Review

The OCZ Gladiator Max
The first heat-pipe direct touch (HDT) cooler Legit Reviews looked at from OCZ was the Vendetta HDT CPU cooler. Today, we get a chance to run their newest HDT cooler, the Gladiator Max, through the paces in the LR lab. The Gladiator Max was announced in September and is the newest performance cooler in the OCZ arsenal. Before we get started let's take a quick look at the features and specifications for the Gladiator Max.
Features:
4 Pure Copper heat pipes for superior heat dissipation
Pure Aluminum alloy fins for ultimate durability
120mm Fan with rubber connectors
Generic Thermal Compound
Specifications:
Part Number: OCZTGLADM
CPU Compatibility
AMD 754/755/939/940/AM2
Intel LGA775 *may not fit all motherboards
Fan Specs
Size: 120mm x 120mm x 25mm
Rated Voltage: 12V DC
Fan Speed: 800-1500RPM
Noise Level: 19.6-26.4 dBA
Bearing type: rifle
Life Expectancy: 40,000 hours
Connector: 4 pin with PWM
Weight: 780g (with fan)
Dimensions: (L)63x(W)120x(H)165mm
Packaging
The Gladiator Max comes in a snazzy looking box with the fan upfront in a window and the features listed on one side and specifications on the other.
Inside everything is snuggly packed and well protected.