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ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III 420 vs Phanteks PH-TC14PE: Comparison
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III 420 and Phanteks PH-TC14PE separate most on fan count: ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III 420 at 3, Phanteks PH-TC14PE at 2, 33% in favour of ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III 420.
Specs
| Specification | ![]() | ![]() |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | ARCTIC | Phanteks |
| Cooler Type | AIO Liquid | Air, Dual-Tower |
| Series | ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III 420 | Phanteks PH-TC14PE |
| Model Number | ACFRE00137A | PH-TC14PE |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1851/1700 | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1200 |
| Fan Count | 3 | 2-33% |
| RGB Lighting | No | No |
Verdict
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III 420
9 / 10 Expert Rating
One of the best value-per-degree AIOs available at any radiator size, now in its largest non-Pro form.
Phanteks PH-TC14PE
8.2 / 10 Expert Rating
A genuine classic that remains one of the quietest dual-tower coolers available, still worth buying today despite its age.
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