Be Quiet Pure Rock Slim 2
CPU Coolers

Pure Rock Slim 2

Be Quiet

Released May 1, 2020 · Analysis updated Mar 4, 2026

CPU cooler with easy installation, quiet operation at normal loads, compact size for small cases, and quality construction. The Be Quiet Pure Rock Slim 2 scores 84/100 based on 4 expert reviews in the cpu coolers category. Coverage includes reviews from Hardwarecanucks, Pcper, Tomshardware, and Kitguru.

Critic Score

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84

based on 4 expert reviews

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Low confidence · only 4 reviews

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Pros

  • Excellent price-to-performance ratio at $25(2)
  • Easy installation process(2)

Cons

  • Limited to 130w tdp(3)

4 Expert Reviews

87
May 13, 2021

The be quiet! Pure Rock Slim 2 is a compact, quiet, and affordable CPU cooler that delivers impressive performance for its size and price.

85
May 17, 2021

The be quiet! Pure Rock Slim 2 is a compact, quiet, and affordable CPU cooler that delivers impressive performance for its size and price, though it's not suitable for high-end or overclocked CPUs.

85
May 12, 2020

Shifting focus from the upper stratosphere of high-end air cooling, be quiet! delivers the Pure Rock 2 as a down-to-Earth, performance-value gem for the budget-conscious masses that's also very quiet.

80
Jun 10, 2021

The be quiet! Pure Rock Slim 2 represents a reasonable upgrade versus the AMD Wraith Spire stock cooler.