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Liquid Freezer III 360
A thicker than standard radiator and a small fan blowing across the voltage regulators next to the socket, for roughly half the price of the coolers it beats. It is the least glamorous recommendation on this page and it is also the one most builds should take.
- Best for
- Anyone who wants top tier cooling numbers and would rather spend the difference on the graphics card.
- Watch out
- The radiator is 38 mm thick, so measure the top of your case before you commit. The tubing is stiff and the aesthetic is industrial, and the ARGB version costs more without changing a single degree.
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Specs
| Radiator | 360 mm, 38 mm thick |
|---|---|
| Extra | VRM fan on the pump block |
| Lighting | Optional ARGB version |
| Best paired with | Anything up to the top of the desktop range |
| Tier | Midrange - The sweet spot. High refresh 1440p, comfortable 1080p, workable 4K with upscaling. |
Reviews
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