Thermalright
Thermalright Assassin Spirit 120 Vision ARGB White (AM4/AM5)
Bottom line: The Thermalright Assassin Spirit 120 Vision ARGB White is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro cpu coolers & 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 Spirit 120 Vision ARGB White 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
- [Excellent Heat Dissipation] The CPU cooler as a whole consists of a nano fully painted white main tower and a 12cm ARGB cpu fan, where the main tower's dark mech style top cover, 4X6mm nano fully painted white heatpipes, and 1500RPM fan speeds on board can all easily dissipate the CPU's temperature, giving the cooler excellent heat dissipation efficacy.
- [Cooler Specifications] Model:AS120 Vision ARGB White(Acronyms),Overall Size: 120x73x154mm, Fan Size: 120x120x25.6mm,Fan Speed: 1500RPM+10%,Operating Noise:≤25.6DB(A),Fan Power Connector: 4PIN PWM,Lighting Connector: 5V 3pin ARGB, the radiator with the fan comes with S-FDB bearings,the bearings have a long life,which ensures that the radiator long-lasting heat dissipation.
- [154MM Height] The overall height of the computer cooler is 154mm, making it compatible with more cases.The cooler's ARGB Phantom Infinity Mirror and the design sense of the top cover both improve the overall value of the cooler, combining the cooler's high cooling function with aesthetics. The tower's offset design does not block the height of the memory sticks.
- [TRCC software] TRCC control centre can freely monitor the system parameters display and free background format display and free definition of text presentation, etc., more DIY play wonderful presentation. The screen adopts USB 9PIN interface data transmission + SATA power supply mode, the software needs to be downloaded and installed from the official website. If you have any questions, please consult customer service.
- [Wide compatibility] The cpu air cooler supports AMD/Intel dual-platform: AM4/AM5 and LGA1851/1700/1150/1151/1152/1155/1200, comes with dual-platform mounting grommets, which can be well installed to the corresponding platforms, and can be installed according to the instructions or installation tutorials. (Note: AMD platform installation requires the use of the motherboard's original backplane, this product does not come with the backplane)
Full Specifications
| Brand | Thermalright |
|---|---|
| Model | AS120 VISION ARGB White |
| Voltage | 5 volts |
| Material | Aluminum, Plastic, Rubber |
| Dimensions | 120x73x154mm |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Noise Level | 25.6 db |
| Part Number | AS120 VISION ARGB White |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Compatibility | PC |
| Material Type | Aluminum, Plastic, Rubber |
| Cooling Method | Air |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Air Flow Capacity | 66 cfm |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Included Components | CPU COOLER |
| Power Connector Type | 4-Pin |
| Warranty Description | 3 |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 1500 rpm |
| Full listing title | Thermalright Assassin Spirit 120 Vision ARGB White,with White Top Cover,CPU Air Cooler, PC Cooling, 240 * 240 Resolving Power IPS LCD Screen,Editable,with 1.54in for Intel lga1851/1700/115X,AM4/AM5 |
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Thermalright Assassin Spirit 120 Vision ARGB White,with White Top Cover,CPU Air Cooler, PC Cooling, 240 * 240 Resolving Power IPS LCD Screen,Editable,with 1.54in for Intel lga1851/1700/115X,AM4/AM5 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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