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Thermalrlght Peerless Assassin 120 SE ARGB CPU Air Cooler
Bottom line: The Thermalrlght Peerless Assassin 120 SE 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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- ✓ Backed by THERMALRLGHT'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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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
- [Better cooling] With soldered heatsink base and heat pipes, and anodized brushed black top cover and Nickel-plated heat pipes, Peerless Assassin 120 SE ARGB offers greater look and stable performance output. The heatsink has offset asymmetric layout, which allows better graphics card and motherboard compatibility.
- [Product specification] PA120 SE ARGB; CPU Cooler dimensions: 125(L)x135(W)x155(H)mm (4.92x5.31x6.1 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.(Note: Please check your case and motherboard for compatibility with this size cooler.)
- 【2 PWM Fans】Model:TL-C12C-S; Colorful and gorgeous ARGB light effects; Standard size PWM fan:120x120x25mm (4.72x4.72x0.98 inches); Fan speed (RPM):1550rpm±10%; Power port: 4pin; Voltage:12V; Air flow:66.17CFM(MAX); Noise Level≤25.6dB(A), leave room for memory-chip(RAM), so that installation of ice cooler cpu is unrestricted.
- 【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】The CPU cooler Socket supports: Intel:1150/1151/1155/1156/1200/1700/17XX AMD:AM4/AM5; For different CPU socket platforms, corresponding mounting plate or fastener parts are provided.(Note: To install the AMD platform, you need to use the original motherboard's built-in backplane for installation, which is not included with this product)
Full Specifications
| Brand | THERMALRLGHT |
|---|---|
| Model | PA120 SE ARGB-D3-A |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 4.92x5.31x6.1 inch |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Noise Level | 25.6 db |
| Part Number | PA120 SE ARGB-D3-A |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Cooling Method | Air |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Air Flow Capacity | 66.17 cfm |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Included Components | CPU cooler |
| Power Connector Type | 4-Pin |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 1550 rpm |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 4.92"L x 5.31"W x 6.1"H |
| Full listing title | Thermalrlght Peerless Assassin 120 SE ARGB CPU Air Cooler, 6 Heat Pipes CPU Cooler, Dual 120mm TL-C12C-S PWM Fan, Aluminium Heatsink Cover, AGHP Technology, for AMD AM4 AM5/Intel 115X/1851/1200/1700. |
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Thermalrlght Peerless Assassin 120 SE ARGB CPU Air Cooler, 6 Heat Pipes CPU Cooler, Dual 120mm TL-C12C-S PWM Fan, Aluminium Heatsink Cover, AGHP Technology, for AMD AM4 AM5/Intel 115X/1851/1200/1700. 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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