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AMD Wraith Spire vs SilverStone AR12: Comparison
AMD Wraith Spire and SilverStone AR12 differ on cooler type: AMD Wraith Spire at Stock Cooler, SilverStone AR12 at Air Tower. They match on fan count and rgb lighting.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | AMD | SilverStone |
| Cooler Type | Stock Cooler | Air Tower |
| Series | AMD Wraith Spire | SilverStone Argon AR12 |
| Model Number | Wraith Spire | SST-AR12 |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD AM4/AM5 | AMD AM4/AM3/AM2/FM2/FM1, Intel LGA115X/1366/2011/2066 |
| Tower Layout | Not Applicable | Single-Tower |
| Fan Count | 1 | 1 |
| TDP Rating | 95 W | 95 |
| RGB Lighting | No | No |
| Heatpipe Count | 0 | 4 |
| Fan Size | 92 mm | 120 mm |
| Source URL | https://www.relaxedtech.com/reviews/amd/wraith-max-and-wraith-spire-cooler/1 | https://www.enostech.com/silverstone-ar12-rgb-cpu-air-cooler-review/ |
Verdict
AMD Wraith Spire
6 / 10 Expert Rating
A basic but functional bundled cooler, adequate for the stock chips it ships with and easily outperformed by even inexpensive aftermarket coolers.
SilverStone AR12
7.3 / 10 Expert Rating
A purpose-built low-profile cooler whose entire value proposition is fitting where taller coolers cannot.