Be Quiet! Dark Rock Slim
CPU Coolers

Dark Rock Slim

Be Quiet!

Released May 1, 2019 · Analysis updated Mar 30, 2026

Dark Rock Slim CPU cooler with good performance, silent operation, excellent build quality, good socket clearance, and easy installation. The Be Quiet! Dark Rock Slim scores 79/100 based on 4 expert reviews in the cpu coolers category. Coverage includes reviews from Pcper, Lanoc, Tech-legend, and Bit-tech.

Critic Score

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79

based on 4 expert reviews

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Pros

  • Good performance(3)

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4 Expert Reviews

85
Independent publication06/2019

The be quiet! Dark Rock Slim is a great slim tower CPU cooler option with excellent noise performance and solid thermals.

82
Independent publication11/2023

The Be Quiet! Dark Rock Slim is designed for those who need a thinner cooler for memory, motherboard, and case clearance reasons.

78
Independent publication04/2020

The Be Quiet! Dark Rock Slim offers good performance while being silent at the same time, making it a solid choice for gaming systems.

72
Independent publication05/2019

With its focus clearly on mainstream CPUs and also low noise, the Dark Rock Slim performed well compared to the competition in our Socket AM4 and LGA 1151 systems, outstripping the cheaper Arctic Free...