CONCLUSION

   One of the things that I didn’t really expect when testing both the Celsius+ Prisma S24 and S28 models by Fractal Design was the significantly lesser noise levels compared to the S36 (roughly 8.5dBA less for the S24 and 7.5dBA less for the S28) which are also what makes them far more ideal for people who do care about this. Cooling efficiency on the other hand was much closer than expected with the S28 probably delivering the best price/performance ratio of the three. As for the ARGB feature this i can’t comment on since the motherboard of the I7-3930k test rig has no support for it and I don’t happen to have a compatible controller. Still i did plug the S36 model with my X299 test rig when i reviewed it and the result was quite impressive so this easily applies here as well (just with 2 fans instead of 3).

   With a current price tag for the Celsius+ S24 Prisma set at USD168.94/148Euros (Amazon.com/Amazon.co.uk) and for the Celsius+ S28 Prisma set at USD170.99/161.70Euros (Newegg.com/Amazon.de) it’s again clear that the latter offers the best bang for your buck. Overall however both Celsius+ Prisma models (and the S36 of course) deliver on exactly what Fractal Design markets them for, great looks and near-excellent cooling efficiency which is why they all deserve our Golden Award.

PROS

- Build Quality
- Almost Excellent Cooling Efficiency
- ARGB Lighting (Compatible With Gigabyte Fusion, ASUS Aura, Razer Chroma, MSI Mystic Light and ASRock Polychrome)
- Up To Four 120/140mm Fans In Push & Pull
- PWM & Auto Mode
- Integrated ARGB Fan Hub
- 400mm Long Sleeved Tubes
- 5 Year Limited Warranty
- Noise Levels

CONS

- Wide Radiator (S28)
- No Fin Protection Plates (S28)