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ARCTIC Freezer 36 vs Cooler Master MasterLiquid 360 Atmos: Comparison
ARCTIC Freezer 36 and Cooler Master MasterLiquid 360 Atmos separate most on fan count: ARCTIC Freezer 36 at 2, Cooler Master MasterLiquid 360 Atmos at 3, 33% in favour of Cooler Master MasterLiquid 360 Atmos. Max Speed splits them by another 28%, again favouring Cooler Master MasterLiquid 360 Atmos. They match on fan size and pwm control.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | ARCTIC | Cooler Master |
| Cooler Type | Air Tower | AIO Liquid |
| Series | ARCTIC Freezer 36 | MasterLiquid Atmos |
| Model Number | ACFRE00121A | MLX-D36M-A25PZ-R1 |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1851/1700 | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1851/1700/1200/115X |
| Tower Layout | Single-Tower | Not Applicable |
| Fan Count | 2-33% | 3 |
| RGB Lighting | No | Yes |
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Max Speed | 1800 RPM-28% | 2500 RPM |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Lighting | None | ARGB |
| Source URL | https://www.arctic.de/us/Freezer-36 | https://www.newegg.com/cooler-master-liquid-cooling-system/p/N82E16835103362 |
Verdict
ARCTIC Freezer 36
7.2 / 10 Expert Rating
A perfectly serviceable entry-level upgrade over a stock cooler, without pretending to be more than that.
Cooler Master MasterLiquid 360 Atmos
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A cooler whose distinctive ring-fan design is a genuine aesthetic differentiator more than a thermal one.