Thermalright
Thermalright Assassin King 120 SE White ARGB CPU Air Cooler
Bottom line: The Thermalright Assassin King 120 SE White ARGB CPU Air Cooler is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the cooling & fans 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 & Cons
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
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Thermalright Assassin King 120 SE White ARGB CPU Air Cooler using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the cooling & fans category. Thermalright's cooling & 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 cooling & 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
- 【Good Heat Dissipation】The 148mm height CPU cooler consists of a single tower and a 120mm high-energy performance fan, a pure copper base, and 5 pure copper heat pipes, which quietly dissipates the high temperature of the CPU
- 【Product Specification】AK120 SE White ARGB; CPU Cooler dimensions: 120(L)x73(W)x148(H)mm; Product weight:0.64kg; Heat sink material: aluminum, CPU cooler is equipped with metal fasteners of Intel & AMD platform to achieve better installation.
- 【PWM Fan】Model:TL-C12CW-S; Colorful and gorgeous ARGB light effects; Standard size PWM fan:120x120x25mm; fan speed (RPM):1550rpm±10%; power port: 4pin; Voltage:12V; Air flow:66.17CFM(MAX); Noise Level≤25.6dB(A), the fan pairs efficient cool with low-noise-level, providing you an environment with both efficient cool and true quietness.
- 【AGHP Technique】5×6mm heat pipes apply AGHP III technique, Solve the Inverse gravity effect caused by vertical / horizontal orientation. Up to 20000 hours of industrial service life, S-FDB bearings ensure long service life of air-cooler radiators. UL class a safety insulation low-grade, industrial White PBT + PC material to create high-quality products for you. The height is 148mm, Suitable for medium-sized computer case.
- 【Compatibility】The CPU cooler Socket supports: Intel:lga1150/1151/1155/1156/1200/1700/1851, AMD:AM4 AM5; For different CPU socket platforms, corresponding mounting plate or fastener parts are provided.
Full Specifications
| Brand | Thermalright |
|---|---|
| Model | AK120 SE WHITE ARGB-d1 |
| Weight | 0.64kg |
| Voltage | 12 volts |
| Wattage | 3.6 watts |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 120x120x25mm |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Noise Level | 25.6 db |
| Part Number | AK120 SE WHITE ARGB-d1 |
| Compatibility | PC |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Cooling Method | Air |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Air Flow Capacity | 66.17 cfm |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Power Connector Type | 4-Pin |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 1550 rpm |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 4.72"L x 2.87"W x 5.83"H |
| Full listing title | Thermalright Assassin King 120 SE White ARGB CPU Air Cooler, 5 Heatpipes Heatsink Cooling, TL-C12CW-S PWM Quiet Fan CPU Cooler with 1550RPM, for AM4/AM5/Intel LGA1700/1851/1150/1151/1200,White |
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Thermalright Assassin King 120 SE White ARGB CPU Air Cooler, 5 Heatpipes Heatsink Cooling, TL-C12CW-S PWM Quiet Fan CPU Cooler with 1550RPM, for AM4/AM5/Intel LGA1700/1851/1150/1151/1200,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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