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be quiet! Pure Loop 2 280 vs Zalman Reserator5 Z36: Comparison
be quiet! Pure Loop 2 280 and Zalman Reserator5 Z36 separate most on fan count: be quiet! Pure Loop 2 280 at 2, Zalman Reserator5 Z36 at 3, 33% in favour of Zalman Reserator5 Z36. They match on cooler type and rgb lighting.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | be quiet! | Zalman |
| Cooler Type | AIO Liquid | AIO Liquid |
| Radiator Size | 280 mm-22% | 360 |
| Series | be quiet! Pure Loop 2 280 | Zalman Reserator5 Z36 |
| Model Number | BW018 | Reserator5 Z36 |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1851/1700/1200/115X | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1200 |
| Fan Count | 2-33% | 3 |
| Noise Level | 33.8 dBA+5.8 dBA | 28 |
| RGB Lighting | Yes | Yes |
Price comparison
| Retailer | be quiet! Pure Loop 2 280 | Zalman Reserator5 Z36 |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Zalman Reserator5 Z36
7.5 / 10 Expert Rating
A visually striking, competitively priced 360mm AIO for RGB-focused budgets.
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