# Solid-State Heat Dissipation Units 'Phononic' Uses Thermoelectric Devices to Efficiently Move Heat By Colin Smith | Published 2023-10-26 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phononic-hex-2 References: [phononic](https://phononic.com/support/hex/)  The 'Hex 2.0' CPU cooler from Phononic uses a solid-state thermoelectric module and a thermally-conductive heatsink to efficiently dissipate heat from a processor. The Hex 2.0 is compatible with [Intel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lc-power-digi-aera) processors at this time, and can technically be used with [AMD](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polar-st5) processors, but it is not rated for efficiency with AMD processors. This [solid-state thermoelectric cooler](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/computer-cooling-systems) is easy to install and maintain due to its lack of moving parts. The cooler does not require a cooling fan or any liquid compound. However, its performance is dramatically increased when attaching a cooling fan, though this is not necessarily required for low-power processors, making this a reliable and cost-effective choice for compact low-power computing setups. According to Phononic, when paired with a cooling fan, the Hex 2.0 delivers far improved cooling efficiency when compared even to larger coolers due to the high thermal transfer rate from its solid-state module. Image Credit: Phononic ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 19% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Solid-state Heat Dissipation:** The use of solid-state thermoelectric modules in heat dissipation units is a disruptive innovation opportunity, providing efficient and reliable cooling solutions without the need for moving parts or liquid compounds. - **Compact Low-power Computing:** The development of compact low-power computing setups that can effectively dissipate heat using solid-state CPU coolers presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for the tech industry. - **Efficient Cooling Solutions:** The integration of cooling fans with solid-state thermoelectric coolers offers an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the field of heat dissipation, providing improved cooling efficiency even in smaller form factors. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Technology:** The technology industry could benefit from utilizing solid-state thermoelectric modules in heat dissipation units to enhance the cooling efficiency of computer processors. - **Electronics:** The electronics industry has an opportunity to develop compact and efficient cooling solutions for low-power computing setups using solid-state CPU coolers. - **Manufacturing:** The manufacturing industry can explore the production of solid-state heat dissipation units that integrate cooling fans, offering improved cooling efficiency for various applications. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Solid-State Cooling Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powercycling-pc-series.md) - [Solid-State Tech Cooling Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ventiva-solidstate-cooling-system.md) - [Solid-State Cooling Technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solidstate-cooling-technology1.md) - [Thermoelectric Air Coolers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sanda-200-w-dc.md) - [Modular SSD Coolers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hdx-pro-air.md) - [SSD Tower Air Coolers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiushark-three.md) - [Minimalist SSD Coolers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2-ssd-cooler.md) - [Smart CPU Coolers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lc-power-digi-aera.md) - [Solid-State Cooled PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solid-state-cooled-pc.md)