The Klim Everest laptop cooling pad attempts to stand out with an unusual inclusion: a comic strip detailing the fictional journey of a customer's order. However, this novelty, along with the cooling pad itself, may not justify its $50 price tag.
Performance and Noise
The Klim Everest is designed for laptops ranging from 14 to 17.3 inches. It features a silver plastic frame with a foam gasket to create a seal and two 60 mm fans that draw in cool air. In testing with a Razer Blade 15 (2020) equipped with an Intel Core i7 10875H and an RTX 3080 mobile GPU, the cooling pad was subjected to the Cyberpunk 2077 benchmark.
While the Everest managed to reduce the peak CPU temperature by two degrees Celsius, this minor improvement did not translate into significant gains in gaming performance. The average FPS and 1% low FPS remained largely unchanged, and GPU clock speeds and performance figures stayed within the margin of error, with slightly better results observed when the laptop was used without the cooling pad. The pad is also notably noisy, producing an irritating whirring sound that, when combined with the laptop's own fans under load, creates a considerable amount of noise.
Design and Value
The Klim Everest is a sizable unit that takes up a significant amount of desk space. Its MSRP is listed at $60, but it is currently available for $50 on Amazon. This pricing places it above simpler laptop stands, some of which can be found for around $18. The product also reportedly suffers from issues with its screen and RGB lighting, with some user reviews noting reliability concerns.
Conclusion
Despite the amusing comic strip, the Klim Everest ultimately proves to be a noisy and largely ineffectual cooling solution. Its limited impact on temperature and performance, combined with its significant noise output and substantial physical footprint, make it a difficult recommendation. For users seeking better airflow, a simple laptop stand might offer a more cost-effective and quieter alternative. The reviewer ultimately suggests that the Klim Everest is not worth the $50 asking price and is a candidate for the recycling bin.