THERMALRLGHT Thermalright TR Peerless Assassin 120 SE CPU Cooler
Bottom line: The THERMALRLGHT Thermalright TR Peerless Assassin 120 SE 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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Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
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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
- [Product specification] Peerless Assassin 120 CPU Cooler; dimensions: 125(L)x135(W)x155(H)mm (4.92x5.31x6.1 inch); Heatsink 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.)
- [Dual High Performance Fans] Model:TL-C12C; 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 heatpipes come 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.
- [Motherboard Compatibility] CPU cooler motherboard support: Intel:LGA1150/1151/1155/1156/1200/1700 AMD:AM4/AM5 (Note: To install on AM4 and AM5 motherboard, the original motherboard's built-in backplate is needed for installation, which is not included with this product)
Full Specifications
| Brand | THERMALRLGHT |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 12 volts_of_direct_current |
| Dimensions | 4.92x5.31x6.1 inch |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Noise Level | 25.6 db |
| Part Number | PA120 SE |
| Compatibility | PC |
| Cooling Method | Air |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Air Flow Capacity | 66.17 cfm |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Power Connector Type | 4-Pin |
| Maximum Rotational Speed | 1550 rpm |
| Full listing title | Thermalright TR Peerless Assassin 120 SE CPU Cooler, 6 Heat Pipes AGHP Technology, Dual 120mm PWM Fans, 1550RPM Speed, for AMD:AM4 AM5/Intel LGA 1700/1150/1151/1200/1851,PC Cooler |
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Thermalright TR Peerless Assassin 120 SE CPU Cooler, 6 Heat Pipes AGHP Technology, Dual 120mm PWM Fans, 1550RPM Speed, for AMD:AM4 AM5/Intel LGA 1700/1150/1151/1200/1851,PC Cooler 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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