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ARCTIC Liquid Freezer II 280 vs Zalman Reserator5 Z36: Comparison
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer II 280 and Zalman Reserator5 Z36 separate most on fan count: ARCTIC Liquid Freezer II 280 at 2, Zalman Reserator5 Z36 at 3, 33% in favour of Zalman Reserator5 Z36.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | ARCTIC | Zalman |
| Cooler Type | AIO Liquid | AIO Liquid |
| Radiator Size | 280 mm-22% | 360 |
| Series | ARCTIC Liquid Freezer II 280 | Zalman Reserator5 Z36 |
| Model Number | ACFRE00066B | Reserator5 Z36 |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1851/1700/1200/115X/2066/2011-3 | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1200 |
| Fan Count | 2-33% | 3 |
| RGB Lighting | No | Yes |
Price comparison
| Retailer | ARCTIC Liquid Freezer II 280 | Zalman Reserator5 Z36 |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | View on Amazon | View on Amazon |
| Newegg | View on 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
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer II 280
8.5 / 10 Expert Rating
Outstanding thermal value at 280mm — the VRM fan is a genuinely useful extra most AIOs lack.
Zalman Reserator5 Z36
7.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A visually striking, competitively priced 360mm AIO for RGB-focused budgets.
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