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THERMALRLGHT Thermalright TR Aqua Elite 360 V6 ARGB Black AIO CPU Cooler
Bottom line: The Thermalright TR Aqua Elite 360 V6 ARGB Black AIO CPU Cooler 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 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
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Thermalright TR Aqua Elite 360 V6 ARGB Black AIO CPU Cooler using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro cpu coolers & fans category. THERMALRLGHT'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
- [Round Colorful Pump Head] The vortex round cold pump head adopts the exclusive structure of the fourth-generation water pump, the vortex design and the ARGB halo under the logo luminous logo, creating a colorful and unique visual experience, and the pump speed can reach 2800RPM±10%, which can effectively dissipate heat
- [Excellent LED Lighting Effect] The ARGB of the pre-installed CPU fan and water block is synchronized with the 5V 3pin on the motherboard to achieve light synchronization, 1600W color soft light effect, efficient cooling and rich light effects at the same time, support lighting effect series and motherboard synchronization, and avoid insufficient lighting interfaces
- [High Airflow Output] The aio radiator provides an airflow of up to 70.84CFM, providing the performance required for the latest Intel or AMD runtime, increasing the overall cooling efficiency, and the lighting color of the ARGB fan can be manually adjusted
- [3 PWM Fans] Radiator pre-installed fan TL-N12-R5-S, speed up to 2000RPM±10%, size: 120x120x25mm, noise ≤ 29.8dBA, power supply interface: 4PIN PWM, Lighting interface: 5V/3PIN ARGB, Air pressure: 2.63mmH2O(MAX), Air flow: 70.84CFM(MAX), with PWM and ARGB function, automatically adjust the speed according to CPU temperature, The cpu fan's four feet reduce vibration and noise
- [Good Bearing] The water-cooled radiator adopts Stably-FDB magnetic stable bearings, which solves the problem of fan blade jitter in hoisting mode, increases the stable balance of the fan, provides the required cooling capacity, and prolongs the service life of the fan
- [Easy to Install] The AIO cooler is compatible with AMD: AM4/AM5, Intel: LGA1851/1700/1150/1151/1155/1156/1200 and other sockets, and comes with mounting accessories corresponding to dual platforms, which is easy to install and can be installed according to the manual and video. (Note: AMD motherboards are installed using the motherboard's original backplane)
Full Specifications
| Brand | THERMALRLGHT |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 12 volts_of_direct_current |
| Dimensions | 120x120x25mm |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Noise Level | 28 db |
| Part Number | AE360 V6 ARGB BLACK |
| Cooling Method | Liquid |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Vibration/Rumble | Yes |
| Air Flow Capacity | 70.84 cfm |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Power Connector Type | 4-Pin |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 2000 rpm |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 15.63"L x 4.72"W x 15.63"H |
| Full listing title | Thermalright TR Aqua Elite 360 V6 ARGB Black AIO CPU Cooler, ARGB PWM Cooler Fans with 2000RPM, for Intel Lga1150/1151/1155/1156/1200/1700/1851, AMD: AM4/AM5, Case 360mm AIO Radiator |
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Thermalright TR Aqua Elite 360 V6 ARGB Black AIO CPU Cooler, ARGB PWM Cooler Fans with 2000RPM, for Intel Lga1150/1151/1155/1156/1200/1700/1851, AMD: AM4/AM5, Case 360mm AIO Radiator 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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