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be quiet! Dark Rock 5 vs be quiet! Light Loop 360: Comparison
be quiet! Dark Rock 5 and be quiet! Light Loop 360 separate most on fan count: be quiet! Dark Rock 5 at 1, be quiet! Light Loop 360 at 3, 67% in favour of be quiet! Light Loop 360. They match on 5 other specifications, including socket compatibility, fan size and max speed.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | be quiet! | be quiet! |
| Cooler Type | Air Tower | AIO Liquid |
| Series | be quiet! Dark Rock 5 | be quiet! Light Loop 360 |
| Model Number | BK035 | BW022 |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1851/1700/1200/115X | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1851/1700/1200/115X |
| Tower Layout | Single-Tower | Not Applicable |
| Fan Count | 1-67% | 3 |
| Noise Level | 29.8 dBA | 36.8 dBA+7 dBA |
| RGB Lighting | No | Yes |
| Cooler Weight | 1030 g | 1480 g |
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Max Speed | 2100 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Bearing Type | Fluid Dynamic | Rifle |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Lighting | None | ARGB |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Source URL | https://www.bequiet.com/en/cpucooler/5110 | https://www.bequiet.com/en/watercooler/5184 |
Price comparison
| Retailer | be quiet! Dark Rock 5 | be quiet! Light Loop 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | View on Amazon | |
| 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
be quiet! Dark Rock 5
8.3 / 10 Expert Rating
A well-judged mid-tier dual-tower cooler that keeps be quiet!'s acoustic focus at a friendlier price than the Pro 6.
be quiet! Light Loop 360
8 / 10 Expert Rating
be quiet!'s cooling quality with a genuine RGB showcase — a strong pick for builders who want both.
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