SilverStone has expanded its CPU cooling lineup with two new compact models designed for small form factor systems. The new XE02 AM5B and XE02 TR5B coolers are built mainly for AMD platforms and are aimed at 2U servers and workstations where space is limited but cooling power is still very important.
Interestingly, the company did not release a full press statement for these models. Instead, the coolers appeared quietly on official product listings. Even so, they have already gained attention because of their strong cooling ratings in a very small size.
The SilverStone XE02 AM5B is designed for AMD’s AM5 socket. It also supports the older AM4 platform, which makes it useful for users who are still running previous generation Ryzen systems. This gives builders more flexibility, especially in compact servers or professional workstations.
The second model, the XE02 TR5B, supports larger and more powerful AMD sockets. It is compatible with sTR5, SP6, TR4, and SP3. These sockets are commonly used for high-end processors such as Ryzen Threadripper and EPYC chips. This clearly shows that the TR5B is made for heavy workloads and enterprise-level systems.
Both coolers share a similar design. They come with five 6 mm heat pipes that move heat away from the CPU. These heat pipes are connected to aluminium fins, which help spread and release heat more effectively. SilverStone says this design offers strong heat transfer performance, especially important in tight spaces like 2U chassis.
At the centre of both coolers is a 60 mm PWM fan with dual ball bearings. This fan can spin between 2,000 and 14,000 RPM. At maximum speed, it can deliver up to 72.8 CFM of airflow. It also reaches a maximum air pressure of 47.18 mmH2O. These numbers suggest that the fan is designed to push air strongly through dense fins, which is necessary in server environments.
The fan’s Mean Time To Failure is rated at 70,000 hours. This is important for servers and workstations that often run for long hours without stopping. Reliability matters just as much as cooling strength in these systems.
Although both coolers look similar and use the same fan, their cooling capacity is different. The XE02 AM5B supports CPUs with up to 170 W TDP. This makes it suitable for mainstream Ryzen processors and many professional desktop builds.
On the other hand, the XE02 TR5B can handle CPUs with up to 350 W TDP. This is a big step up and clearly aimed at powerful processors such as EPYC 8004 and Ryzen Threadripper 7000 series chips. These processors are often used for heavy computing tasks, content creation, and data processing.
The slightly larger size and weight of the TR5B help it manage the extra heat from these high-performance CPUs. In compact rack servers where airflow is limited, having a cooler that can manage 350 W is a strong advantage.
With these new models, SilverStone continues to focus on specialised cooling solutions. Instead of targeting regular gaming PCs, these coolers are built for professionals who need reliable performance in tight server cases.
There is no official word yet on pricing or global availability. However, given SilverStone’s history, these coolers are expected to reach server builders and system integrators soon.
For users building compact AMD-based servers or workstations, the XE02 AM5B and TR5B appear to be solid new options that combine small size with impressive cooling strength.
