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AMD Wraith Prism vs Corsair A500: Comparison
AMD Wraith Prism and Corsair A500 separate most on height: AMD Wraith Prism at 93 mm, Corsair A500 at 165 mm, 77% in favour of AMD Wraith Prism. Fan Count splits them by another 50%, this time favouring Corsair A500.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | AMD | Corsair |
| Cooler Type | Stock Cooler | Air Tower |
| Series | AMD Wraith Prism | Corsair A500 |
| Model Number | Wraith Prism | CT-9010003-WW |
| Height | 93 mm | 165 mm-77% |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD AM4 | AMD AM4, Intel LGA115X/2066/2011-3 |
| Tower Layout | Not Applicable | Single-Tower |
| Fan Count | 1-50% | 2 |
| Noise Level | 42 dBA+5 dBA | 37 dBA |
| RGB Lighting | Yes | No |
| Max Speed | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM-14% |
| Source URL | https://shop-us-en.amd.com/amd-wraith-prism-thermal-solution/ | https://www.corsair.com/us/en/p/cpu-coolers/ct-9010003-ww/a500-high-performance-dual-fan-cpu-cooler-ct-9010003-ww |
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.
Corsair A500
8.1 / 10 Expert Rating
A genuinely strong flagship-tier air cooler that trades a few degrees against Noctua's best for a lower price and Corsair's ecosystem familiarity.