- Increases air flow throughout the 360 providing an optimal console environment
- TempSmart Technology automatically controls Intercooler operation
- AC powered: no batteries or USB cables to the console are necessary
- Snap-on installation means no tools or other modification are required
- Can be used with the Xbox 360 in either vertical or horizontal position
Product Description
Utilize Nyko¿s cutting edge TempSmart technology to keep your Xbox 360 console running at optimal environmental conditions with the Intercooler TS. The Intercooler TS provides increased air flow away from the 360 which allows the console to perform in a cooler, better ventilated environment ideal for cramped entrainment centers. No internal modification of the Xbox 360 is required. Nyko¿s TempSmart technology automatically powers on the Intercooler¿s fans when ne… More >>
Unit is VERY noticeably quieter and smaller than the Intercooler Ex. Auto on/off function is great, that way the 360 starts up quiet and as you play games turns on as needed. Great improvement over the EX.
EDIT: After using this for the last week I wish I could take the review up another star. The TS is actually keeping the entire 360 cool to the touch, even the games are now coming out at room temp instead of on fire. And like I said before, the sound is WAYYY less than the EX, not a whole lot louder than a computer.
EDIT: Pushing 5 months and absolutely no problem with my 360…gets used daily and is working like a charm
Rating: 4 / 5
The Nyko intercooler TS is the long awaited cooler to finally put rest to the problems of the past (draining power from the console), but it falls short of delivering the ultimate solution. For people in warm to hot climates (Caribbean) like me, the problem of the Xbox 360 overheating is very serious, as i can testify that my first one went the way of the RROD, even with a fan next to it.
Nyko’s new product does works as advertised, it gets some hot air out, but to my surprise it does have a mixed effect on the console performance. While playing Gears of War i noticed that the intercooler caused some noticeable lag that was not present before. In my opinion it is because the fans are under powered (low RPM) and to that you add that the intercooler blocks the original fans exhaust, resulting in a half way solution, or increased problems.
What i am doing now is a combination of two imperfect products:
The Intec Cooling Station(a cool base with a fan) + the nyko intercooler TS =
the results are great, the game disc comes out at room temperature, and the console performs as good as ever (note that there is no air conditioning in the room).
My recommendation is that if overheating is a serious trouble for you, dont rely in just one product to solve it.
*****Edit Dec 6 2008******
Almost a month later the intercooler is working great. excellent purchase for any xbox 360 player
***2nd Edit Feb 3 2009****
As stated in the first two paragraph, the intercooler performs as advertised, but beware. IF you plan to use your 360 in the HORIZONTAL position, this product might not be enough. Given to the limited space inside the console, the motherboard and all computing components are sitting below the DVD drive. In the horizontal position the heat is not dissipated and therefore it stays concentrated between the 360 and the tv table, very problematic scenario. My solution was to get one of those laptop cooling fans and use it for the 360. Its compact enough and it looks decent. Just remember that the 360 is n
known to have heat issues, take the necessary measures to prolong the life of your console.
Rating: 3 / 5
I have had this product for three days so far as it says in the product summary it has a temperature control. Since it has a external ac adapter you do not have to worry anymore of the product ruining your Xbox anymore. i found that what it advertised is true. It doesn’t turn off when you turn off your console if the console is still hot. I found this a very nifty feature. I think it is worth it for the old and new consoles since we know The RROD mostly happens when the console overheats i would say this product those its job.
Rating: 5 / 5
First off, I have had my Xbox 360 for over 2 years now. I like many went through the RROD (Red Ring of Death) scenario (not once, not twice but 3 times). Once I got a working version, I had a helpful Best Buy employee advise me at the time to get an Intercooler for the 360. Thankfully the version I got was not the original one that melted around the plug-in. My version was the EX (the version with the metal insert). I have had to go through 2 of them in the time I have owned my 360 but let me assure you my console gets a lot of play. That being said, after my 2nd one went out recently I went to Amazon to see about purchasing a replacement. To my surprise I happened upon the Intercooler TS. Here is what I have discovered.
First off, if you have owned an Intercooler by Nyko, you will instantly see the difference. First off it is much smaller. Compared to the older versions it is about 1/4th smaller. It is still easy to install but took a little bit more shifting to put it into the holes compared to previous models. Secondly, it is clear, allowing you to see any dust or debris that might have gotten into the fans (and believe me it does). Another thing is, to me it is a bit quieter. It’s not very evident but you can tell the diffence. One more vital change is that the Intercooler is now Temperature sensitive. What this means is that rather than running the whole time your 360 is on, the Intercooler lays dormant until your system heats up. Once it does, the fans kick on and proceed to cooling down your system. Lastly, and the most important change, is it comes with its own adapter. THANK YOU NYKO. You finally heard the cries of the many Intercooler owners. Up until this point the Intercooler had run on the power of the 360′s power cord. This would not only cause it to heat on the connection but rob the 360 of precious processing power. This also allows the Intercool to continue to cool down the machine long after the power is turned off the 360. I found myself shocked by this one day when I heard the Intercooler kick on about 30 – 45 mins after I had stopped playing. This was a pleasant and welcome surprise.
In closing, if you own a 360 you MUST get this item. While I am not happy with the price increase from previous versions, I can understand the cost coverage of the adapter as a possible reason. With the cooling effect this has on the 360, this is a necessity if you want to keep your 360 running for as long as you can.
Pros:
- Added Adapter (No longer runs on the power of the 360)
- Efficient Cooling (System is much cooler with)
- Temperature Sensitive (Kicks on when needed not before)
- Small / Light / Easy to Install
Cons:
- Increased Price
- Little Tricker to Install
Rating: 4 / 5
It works as it says it does. I liked this design better than the last because this doesn’t use the power from the XBOX’s power supply. It does add additional airflow, about 20% I’d say. With that additional airflow comes a little more fan noise, which isn’t noticeable while playing games with sound up, but if its just a quiet room, no game playing, it’s noticeable.
PROS: This fan will keep running till the heat is dissipated from your XBOX360 even after its turned off. Awesome feature! It’s like a bulb in a projector, you dont want to just turn everything off and leave it with no cooling then. That’s how stuff gets damaged sooner than later.
CONS: It restricts the original airflow. So the console will actually heat up quicker, till the fans kick on from the temp sensor. Not really bad a thing as its designed to kick on before the heat is even close to being damaging but it’d be nicer to have some way of noticing the console is even on and then just start running immediately and then keep running tills its cooled off as powering off. Maybe next model will do that.
Suggestions: Buy a base cooling station as well. It will pull air from the bottom to circulate through the XBOX. It might only add 5% air movement, but between the 2 fan solutions, I’ve noticed the XBOX360 has stayed cooler, which as everyone knows is a great thing! I’d say 25% combined improvement with both running.
Worth buying in my opinion, especially with the minor monetary investment.
Rating: 4 / 5