THERMALRLGHT
Thermalrlght Peerless Assassin 120 SE WHITE ARGB CPU Air Cooler
Bottom line: The Thermalrlght Peerless Assassin 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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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
- [Brand Overview] Thermalrlght is a computer cooling brand with more than 20 years of experience. Having certain popularity and influence in computer players, Thermalrlght offers high performance computer heatsinks and accessories. Including CPU air cooler, CPU closed liquid cooler, case fans, power supplies, thermal grease, thermal conduct pads, fan hub and controllers, CPU ILM brackets and more computer accessories.
- [Product specification] Peerless Assassin 120 SE WHITE ARGB CPU Cooler; dimensions: 125(L)x135(W)x155(H)mm (4.92x5.31x6.1 inch); Heat sink material: Aluminum and Copper, CPU cooler is equipped with SS2 install system and metal pressure plate on heatsink to achieve better contact with CPU, and more heat exchange surface area with dual tower heatsink config. (Note: Please check your case and motherboard compatibility with cooler.)
- [2 High Performance ARGB Fans] Model:TL-C12CW-S; Colorful and gorgeous ARGB light effects; Standard 120mm fan:120x120x25mm (4.72x4.72x0.98 inches); Fan speed (RPM):1550rpm±10%; Fan connector: 4pin PWM; Voltage:12V DC; Rated Air flow:66.17CFM(MAX); Rated Noise Level≤25.6dB(A), Having cutout on fin for fitting RAM modules, for better compatibility.
- [AGHP Technology] Six 6mm heat pipes comes with AGHP technology, solving the gravity effect on vertical / horizontal heatsink install orientation. 6 pure Copper heat pipes are soldered on Copper base, to achieve rapid heat exchange with help of dual high airflow fans.
- [Compatibility] CPU cooler motherboard support: Intel:LGA1150/1151/1155/1156/1200/1700 AMD:AM4/AM5 (Note: To install on AM4 and AM5 motherboard, you need to use the original motherboard's built-in backplate for installation, which is not included with this product)
Full Specifications
| Brand | THERMALRLGHT |
|---|---|
| Model | PA120 SE WHITE ARGB-D3-A |
| Material | Aluminum, Copper |
| Dimensions | 4.92x5.31x6.1 inch |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Noise Level | 25.6 db |
| Part Number | PA120 SE WHITE ARGB-D3-A |
| Material Type | Aluminum, Copper |
| Cooling Method | Air |
| Number of Items | 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 WHITE ARGB CPU Air Cooler,6 Heat Pipes CPU cooler,Dual 120mm TL-C12CW-S PWM Fan,Aluminum Heatsink Cover,AGHP Technology, for AMD AM4 AM5/Intel 115X/1851/1200/1700 |
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Thermalrlght Peerless Assassin 120 SE WHITE ARGB CPU Air Cooler,6 Heat Pipes CPU cooler,Dual 120mm TL-C12CW-S PWM Fan,Aluminum 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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