Thermalright Peerless Assassin 140 Digital Black CPU Cooler
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Key Features
- [Radiator Specifications]Model: Peerless Assassin 140 Digital Black,overall size: 140x160x165mm, fan size: 120x120x28mm/140x140x27mm,fan speed: 1850/1500RPM+10%,wind pressure: 2.1/2.09mm H2O Airflow: 82/77.8CFM,Operating Noise:≤29.6/25.6DB(A),Fan Power Supply Interface: 4PIN PWM,the dual cpu fans with the radiator come with S-FDB bearings, which have long-life characteristics to ensure that the radiator dissipates heat efficiently
- [Dual Towers Dual Fans Cooling] The cooler is paired with high speed dual fans, a combination of 12cm and 14cm fans, which can easily dissipate CPU temperatures, and the fans feature PWM intelligent temperature control, eliminating the need to manually adjust the fixed speed. Soft corner pads around the fans reduce vibration noise during fan operation
- [ARGB Magnetic Digital Display Board] The radiator is paired with a magnetic top cover ARGB digital display board, which can grasp the temperature and occupancy information of the CPU and graphics card, and combined with the TRCC control software, it can achieve the colour switching of the temperature figures
- [Detailed Optimisation] The radiator is paired with SS2 fasteners, multiple specifications depending on the adaptation, compatible with a wide range of CPU models, easy to install and remove, convenient for users to carry out maintenance and upgrades, and easy to install. The included Y-adapter can connect two fans in series with only one motherboard interface
- [Wide Compatibility] The cpu cooler is compatible with platforms: AMD: AM4/AM5 and LGA1851/1700/1150/1151/1155/1156/1200/2011/2066,comes with dual-platform mounting grommets, which can be well mounted to the corresponding platforms, and can be installed according to the manuals or installation videos. (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 | PA140 Digital Black |
| Voltage | 12 volts_of_direct_current |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 140x160x165mm |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Noise Level | 29.6 db |
| Part Number | PA140 D BLACK-D1 |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Cooling Method | Air |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Vibration/Rumble | Yes |
| Air Flow Capacity | 160 cfm |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Included Components | cpu cooler |
| Power Connector Type | 4-Pin |
| Warranty Description | Non human damage quality issues, 3-year warranty |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 1850 rpm |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 5.51"L x 6.3"W x 6.5"H |
| Full listing title | Thermalright Peerless Assassin 140 Digital Black CPU Cooler, Dual Towers and Dual CPU Fans, CPU Air Cooler, ARGB Digital Screen,1850 and 1500RPM+10%, for AM4/AM5,Intel LGA1851/1700, Black |
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Thermalright Peerless Assassin 140 Digital Black CPU Cooler, Dual Towers and Dual CPU Fans, CPU Air Cooler, ARGB Digital Screen,1850 and 1500RPM+10%, for AM4/AM5,Intel LGA1851/1700, Black 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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