Thermalright
Thermalright AXP120-X67 Low Profile CPU Air Cooler with Quite 120mm TL-C12015 PWM Fan
Bottom line: The Thermalright Low Profile CPU Air Cooler: Only 67mm tall - clears most SFF and HTPC cases; main trade-off: AMD support stops at AM4 - no AM5 bracket listed.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Only 67mm tall - clears most SFF and HTPC cases
- ✓ 6 sintered copper heat pipes with AGHP anti-gravity design
- ✓ Slim 15mm 120mm PWM fan pushes 59 CFM max
- ✓ Rated at 26.1 dB(A) max noise
- ✓ Fits AM4 plus Intel 1150-1851, 2011 and 2066
Cons
- ✗ AMD support stops at AM4 - no AM5 bracket listed
- ✗ 15mm fan trades static pressure for clearance
- ✗ 123.5mm footprint can block tall RAM
- ✗ No thermal-load rating published for high-TDP chips
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Thermalright Low Profile CPU Air Cooler using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro cpu coolers & fans category. Thermalright's retro cpu coolers & fans lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for retro cpu coolers & fans of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- 【Brand Overview】Thermalright is a Taiwan brand with more than 20 years of development. It has a certain popularity in the domestic and foreign markets and has a pivotal influence in the player market. We have been focusing on the research and development of computer accessories. R & D product lines include: CPU air-cooled radiator, case fan, thermal silicone pad, thermal silicone grease, CPU fan controller, anti falling off mounting bracket, support mounting bracket and other commodities
- 【Product specification】Thermalright AXP120-X67 1700; CPU Cooler dimensions: 123.5(L)x120(W)x67(H)mm (4.86x4.72x2.64 inch); low-profile CPU cooler (67mm total height)；Heat sink material: Aluminum fin on copper bottom, CPU cooler is equipped with metal fasteners of Intel & AMD platform to achieve better installation
- 【PWM Fan】Model:TL-C12015; Standard size PWM fan:120x120x15mm (4.7x4.7x0.59 inches); fan speed (RPM):1800rpm±10%; power port: 4pin; Voltage:12V; Air flow:59CFM(MAX); Noise Level≤26.1dB(A)
- 【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&Full electroplating reflow welding process, When CPU cooler works, match with ultra-silent airflow fans, aim to extreme CPU cooling performance
- 【Compatibility】Support for Intel: 1700/1150/1151/1155/1156/1200/2011/2066/17XX; AMD:AM4; Trusted Thermalright CPU cooler quality
Full Specifications
| Brand | Thermalright |
|---|---|
| Model | AXP120-X67 1700-d2 |
| Voltage | 12 volts |
| Wattage | 3.6 watts |
| Material | Silicone |
| Dimensions | 4.86x4.72x2.64 inch |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Noise Level | 26.1 db |
| Part Number | AXP120-X67 1700-d2 |
| Material Type | Silicone |
| Cooling Method | Air |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Air Flow Capacity | 59 cfm |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Power Connector Type | 4-Pin |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 1800 rpm |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 4.86"L x 4.72"W x 2.64"H |
| 【Compatibility】Support for Intel | 1700/1150/1151/1155/1156/1200/2011/2066/17XX; AMD:AM4; Trusted Thermalright CPU cooler quality |
| Full listing title | Thermalright AXP120-X67 Low Profile CPU Air Cooler with Quite 120mm TL-C12015 PWM Fan, 6 Heat Pipes, 67mm Height, for AMD AM4/Intel LGA 1700/1150/1151/1155/1851/1200/2011/2066 |
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Thermalright AXP120-X67 Low Profile CPU Air Cooler with Quite 120mm TL-C12015 PWM Fan, 6 Heat Pipes, 67mm Height, for AMD AM4/Intel LGA 1700/1150/1151/1155/1851/1200/2011/2066 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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