Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 Digital ARGB White CPU Cooler
Bottom line: The Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 Digital ARGB White CPU Cooler is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the motherboards 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 Peerless Assassin 120 Digital ARGB White CPU Cooler using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the motherboards category. Thermalright's motherboards 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 motherboards 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
- [CPU Cooler Specifications] Model: Peerless Assassin 120 Digital ARGB White, overall size: 138x125x162mm, fan size: 120x120x28mm, fan speed: 1850RPM+10%, wind pressure: 2.21mm H2O, air volume: 88.89CFM, operating noise: ≤25.6DB (A), fan power supply interface: 4PIN PWM, the radiator is equipped with dual fans with S-FDB bearings, which have the characteristics of long life and can ensure long-term heat dissipation of the cpu radiator
- [Good Heat Dissipation] The CPU cooling is mainly composed of a digital version of a dual tower + double fans + a magnetic top cover. The 6 pure copper heat pipes and the pure copper base can well contact the temperature of the CPU, with the combination of a high speed of 1850RPM, the radiator has a good heat dissipation effect
- [ARGB Lighting Effect] dual fans with ARGB lighting effects, the color of the light can be adjusted using the motherboard's built-in lighting software, the lighting interface is 5V 3PIN ARGB interface, with series function, can be connected to the lights of two fans.
- [Magnetic Digital Display Board] The ARGB digital display board on the magnetic top cover can grasp the temperature and occupancy information of the CPU and graphics card. Combined with the TRCC control software, the color switching of the temperature numbers can be realized
- [Wide Compatibility] The cpu cooling is compatible with platforms: AMD: AM4/AM5 and LGA1851/1700/1150/1151/1155/1156/1200, and comes with dual-platform mounting clips, which can be well installed on the corresponding platform. It can be installed according to the instructions or installation tutorial. (Note: The installation of the AMD platform requires the use of the original backplane of the motherboard, which is not included with this product)
- [162mm Height] The overall height of the heatsink cooler is 162mm, which is compatible with mainstream ATX chassis. The radiator adopts an overall White style, and the digital display board design of the magnetic top cover opens up a new world of heat dissipation, combining the high heat dissipation function of the radiator with innovative technology. The overall design of the dual tower and dual fans is compatible with the installation of high-capacity memory and graphics cards
Full Specifications
| Brand | Thermalright |
|---|---|
| Model | PA120 Digital ARGB WHITE |
| Voltage | 12 volts_of_direct_current |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 138x125x162mm |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Noise Level | 25.6 db |
| Part Number | PA120 D ARGB W-D1 |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Cooling Method | Air |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Air Flow Capacity | 88.89 cfm |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Included Components | cpu cooler |
| Power Connector Type | 4-Pin |
| Warranty Description | 3 Years |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 1850 rpm |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 5.43"L x 4.92"W x 6.38"H |
| Full listing title | Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 Digital ARGB White CPU Cooler, Dual Towers and Dual Fans Cooling, CPU Air Cooler, Digital Display Top Cover, 1850RPM+10%, for AM4/AM5,Intel LGA1851/1700, 5V ARGB Led |
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Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 Digital ARGB White CPU Cooler, Dual Towers and Dual Fans Cooling, CPU Air Cooler, Digital Display Top Cover, 1850RPM+10%, for AM4/AM5,Intel LGA1851/1700, 5V ARGB Led 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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