CONCLUSION

   More and more manufacturers release small LCD screens that can be used for hardware monitoring but unlike the majority EK Water Blocks has actually focused quite a bit on the quality end in regards to their Quantum Lumen. Not only is the LCD panel able to achieve 1280x1024p at 75Hz (something not many can) but it’s also placed inside an anodized aluminum housing which can be placed pretty much everywhere (even on your desk) and not just in or on your PC case (for example I only need two cable ties to attach it onto the F-GT cockpit). Now I would had liked it more had EK Water Blocks released extra variants (shape/size), mounting accessories (a tiny wall mount would be nice) and why not even colors but I guess that will largely depend on the success of the Quantum Lumen. Now even though it seems that in order to use the EK Connect software you also need their controller since there are both free (MoBro/Rainmeter) and paid (AIDA64) software which you can use with the Quantum Lumen (you can basically use it with any monitoring software since it's recognized as an extra LCD - just drag the software window there - but thanks to their full screen skins these look the nicest) that shouldn’t be an issue really (would be nice however if EK Water Blocks made a dedicated software for the Quantum Lumen).

   Price is the sole drawback of the EK Quantum Lumen LCD by EK Water Blocks since it currently retails for 141.61Euros inside the EU (EK Webshop) a price tag which is considerably higher compared to many similar products. Yes, in terms of quality the EK Quantum Lumen is clearly superior to most (if not all) but again, it’s also considerably more expensive. That being said the EK Quantum Lumen LCD still delivers on most of the things gamers and enthusiasts alike will be looking for and for that it deserves the Golden Award.

PROS

- Build Quality (IPS Panel / Anodized Aluminum Housing)
- Maximum Resolution (1280x1024p)
- Maximum Refresh Rate (75Hz)
- Maximum Brightness (350cm/m2)
- Available Colors (Black, Silver & Nickel)
- 120mm Fan Mounts

CONS

- Price (For Some)
- EK Connect Software (Controller Required?)