Thermal Grizzly announced the Mycro Pro Stainless Steel split-type liquid cooling cold plate on September 23, offering dual-platform versions for Intel and AMD, with a tax-inclusive price of €99.99 (≈€765.7 RMB), currently available for pre-order with imminent shipping.
Key Details
- Release Date: September 23, 2026 (local time)
- New Product: Mycro Pro Stainless Steel split liquid cooling cold plate
- Platform Variants: Intel version / AMD version
- Tax-Inclusive Price: €99.99 (≈765.7 RMB)
- Availability: Pre-orders open now
- Core Note: Cold plate excludes pump; requires separate liquid cooling loop
Construction: Balancing Lightweight Design and Corrosion Resistance
The Mycro Pro Stainless Steel features a three-layer composite structure: a non-nickel-plated copper base for optimal thermal conduction; a 304 stainless steel housing for durability and reduced nickel allergy risk; and an anodized aluminum mounting bracket for structural rigidity with minimal weight. Its micro-channel design stands out—fin thickness and spacing both measured at 0.2mm, significantly finer than the industry-standard ~0.5mm, aiming to boost coolant flow efficiency and heat exchange density. The cold plate includes 2×G1/4" standard threaded water-in/out ports paired with EPDM fluororubber seals, which operate reliably from −50°C to +150°C, outperforming standard silicone gaskets for long-term circulation.
The Intel version is optimized for FCLGA1851 sockets and supports backward compatibility with FCLGA1700 and the newly introduced FCLGA1954. The AMD version centers on AM5 socket optimization while maintaining AM4 support. Notably, despite supporting new AM5 and FCLGA1954 interfaces, the cold plate retains standard dimensions; users must rely on vendor-supplied backplates or mounting kits for installation—aligning with industry practice of not re-molding cold plates per socket generations.
Platform Comparison
| Feature | Intel Version | AMD Version |
|---|---|---|
| Optimized Socket | FCLGA1851 | AM5 |
| Supported Sockets | FCLGA1700, FCLGA1954 | AM4 |
| Base Material | Non-nickel-plated copper | Non-nickel-plated copper |
| Housing Material | 304 stainless steel | 304 stainless steel |
| Bracket Material | Anodized aluminum | Anodized aluminum |
| Water Ports | 2×G1/4" threaded | 2×G1/4" threaded |
| Seal Type | EPDM | EPDM |
| Fin Thickness/Spacing | 0.2mm / 0.2mm | 0.2mm / 0.2mm |
| Tax-Inclusive Price | €99.99 | €99.99 |
Buying Advice: Who Should Buy?
Ideal for: 1) Enthusiasts seeking peak quiet cooling performance from a custom loop; 2) Existing loop owners needing only a cold plate upgrade; 3) Users sensitive to nickel allergies or preferring eco-conscious materials (non-nickel copper and 304 stainless align with medical-grade safety). With its standard 240mm/280mm compatibility, ** pairing with a ≥280mm radiator is recommended to fully leverage the micro-channel thermal benefits**.
Consider waiting: 1) Gamers relying solely on air cooling—cold plates require full liquid recirculation to function; 2) LGA1700 users on tight budgets, who may wait for future budget variants (none announced); 3) Those assuming AM5 mounting kits apply to FCLGA1954—check motherboard vendor support, as the cold plate doesn’t include socket-transformation hardware.
Final Thoughts
The split cold plate market is increasingly premium, and Thermal Grizzly’s mid-tier stainless-steel offering navigates between the cost pitfalls of all-copper units and the thermal limits of all-ABS plastic variants, carving a third path for mid-high-end loop builders. Should the 0.2mm micro-channel design prove durable under real-world radiator pressure testing, it may prompt broader re-evaluation of cold plate fin-tolerance standards across the industry.