The world of PC customization continues to evolve beyond traditional RGB lighting, with manufacturers now exploring innovative display technologies. At CES 2024, Thermaltake has introduced a groundbreaking advancement in CPU cooling technology that combines functionality with visual aesthetics.
Revolutionary Curved Display Design
The MAGCurve 360 Ultra ARGB Sync AIO liquid cooler represents a significant leap in CPU cooler design, featuring a unique 6.67-inch curved AMOLED screen with an impressive 2400 x 1080 resolution. This L-shaped display wraps around the cooling unit, offering an unprecedented canvas for both practical information and aesthetic customization within PC builds.
MAGCurve 360 Ultra ARGB Sync AIO Specifications:
- Display: 6.67-inch curved AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400 x 1080
- Tube Length: 460mm
- CPU Compatibility: Intel and AMD
Advanced Display Capabilities
Through Thermaltake's TT RGB Plus software and TT PlayLink mobile app, users can customize their cooling unit's display with a variety of content. The screen supports videos, GIFs, images, system diagnostics, and real-time information such as temperature readings and clock displays. The mobile app integration allows for direct streaming of content from personal galleries to the water block display.
Versatile Product Line
Alongside the MAGCurve, Thermaltake has also introduced the MAGFloe 360/420 variant, which features a more traditional 3.95-inch flat LCD screen with 480 x 480 resolution. Both models are designed to be compatible with Intel and AMD CPUs, offering flexibility for different build configurations. The MAGFloe includes advanced features such as SWAFAN EX fans with MagForce 2.0 connectors and innovative blade-swapping capabilities for customizable airflow direction.
MAGFloe 360/420 Specifications:
- Display: 3.95-inch LCD
- Resolution: 480 x 480
- Features: SWAFAN EX fans with MagForce 2.0
- Color Options: Black, Snow
Color Options and Availability
The new coolers will be available in multiple color variants. The MAGFloe offers black and snow options, while the MAGCurve expands the selection to include bumblebee yellow and gravel sand finishes. This variety ensures that users can match their cooling solution to their desired aesthetic theme.
Market Positioning
While pricing details are yet to be announced, these coolers represent Thermaltake's response to the growing trend of incorporating display technology into PC components. This innovation follows similar moves by other manufacturers like MSI and Asus, who have integrated screens into various PC components, signaling a shift in how users interact with and personalize their computing systems.