Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 White CPU Air Cooler
Bottom line: The Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 White CPU Air Cooler is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the processors category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Pros
- ✓ Backed by Thermalright's warranty and support channels
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated
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Key Features
- 【Better cooling】6 pure copper sintered heat pipes & PWM fan & Pure copper base&Full electroplating reflow welding process, When the cpu air cooler works, match with ultra-silent airflow fans, aim to extreme CPU cooling performance
- 【AGHP technique】6×6mm heat pipes apply AGHP technique, Solve the Inverse gravity effect caused by vertical / horizontal orientation. 6 pure copper sintered heat pipes & PWM fan & Pure copper base. When CPU cooler works, match with ultra-silent airflow fans, aim to extreme CPU cooling performance.
- 【Specifications】 Air Cooler white dimensions: 125(L)*135(W)*157(H)mm (4.92 x 5.31 x 6.18 inch), heat sink material: aluminum, CPU cooler is equipped with metal fasteners of Intel & AMD platform to achieve better installation. Double tower cooling is stronger
- 【Double PWM Fans】Model:TL-C12W; Standard size PWM fan:120x120x25mm (4.72x4.72x0.98 inches); Product weight: 1.02kg(2.25lb); fan speed (RPM): 1550rpm±10%; power port: 4pin; Voltage:12V; Air flow:66.17CFM(MAX); Noise Level≤25.6dB(A), The combination of dual fans makes the CPU cool better.
- 【Compatibility】The PC cooler Socket supports: Intel:1150/1151/1155/1156/1200/2066/2011/1700/1851, AMD:AM4 AM5; For different CPU socket platforms, corresponding mounting plate or fastener parts are provided.
Full Specifications
| Brand | Thermalright |
|---|---|
| Model | pa120 White |
| Weight | 1.02kg |
| Voltage | 12 volts |
| Wattage | 4.8 watts |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 4.92 x 5.31 x 6.18 inch |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Noise Level | 25.6 db |
| Part Number | pa120 |
| Compatibility | PC |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Cooling Method | Air |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Air Flow Capacity | 66.17 cfm |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Power Connector Type | 4-Pin |
| Warranty Description | Non human damage quality issues, 3-year warranty |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 1550 rpm |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 4.92"L x 5.31"W x 6.18"H |
| Full listing title | Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 White CPU Air Cooler, 6 Heat Pipes, Dual CPU Fans,Dual Towers Cooler, 1550RPM±10%, for AMD: AM4/ AM5/Intel lga115x/1200/2011/1851/1700, No LED White |
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Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 White CPU Air Cooler, 6 Heat Pipes, Dual CPU Fans,Dual Towers Cooler, 1550RPM±10%, for AMD: AM4/ AM5/Intel lga115x/1200/2011/1851/1700, No LED White is listed on Amazon. Price, availability, shipping and returns are set by Amazon and its sellers — check the listing for current terms. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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