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AMD Wraith Prism vs Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition: Comparison
AMD Wraith Prism and Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition separate most on height: AMD Wraith Prism at 93 mm, Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition at 158.8 mm, 71% in favour of AMD Wraith Prism. Max Speed splits them by another 29%, again favouring AMD Wraith Prism.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | AMD | Cooler Master |
| Cooler Type | Stock Cooler | Air Tower |
| Series | AMD Wraith Prism | Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition |
| Model Number | Wraith Prism | RR-212S-20PK-R2 |
| Height | 93 mm | 158.8 mm-71% |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD AM4 | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1200/115X |
| Tower Layout | Not Applicable | Single-Tower |
| Fan Count | 1 | 1 |
| Noise Level | 42 dBA+16 dBA | 26 dBA |
| RGB Lighting | Yes | No |
| Cooler Width | 105 mm | 123 mm |
| Max Speed | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM-29% |
| Lighting | RGB | None |
| Source URL | https://shop-us-en.amd.com/amd-wraith-prism-thermal-solution/ | https://www.coolermaster.com/en-global/products/RR-212S-20PK-R2.html |
Price comparison
| Retailer | AMD Wraith Prism | Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | View on Amazon | |
| Newegg | View on Newegg |
Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.
Verdict
AMD Wraith Prism
6.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A genuinely decent bundled cooler for its era, worth keeping for a budget build but not worth buying separately once you compare it to current low-cost aftermarket coolers.
Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition
7.2 / 10 Expert Rating
The same dependable 212 performance in a cleaner all-black finish — a safe budget pick.
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