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Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition vs SilverStone AR12: Comparison
Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition and SilverStone AR12 separate most on height: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition at 158.8 mm, SilverStone AR12 at 69 mm, 130% in favour of SilverStone AR12. They match on fan count and rgb lighting.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Cooler Master | SilverStone |
| Cooler Type | Air Tower | Air, Low-Profile |
| Series | Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition | SilverStone AR12 |
| Tower Type | Single-Tower | Low-Profile |
| Model Number | RR-212S-20PK-R2 | AR12 |
| Height | 158.8 mm-130% | 69 mm |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1200/115X | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1200 |
| Fan Count | 1 | 1 |
| Noise Level | 26 dBA+0.4 dBA | 25.6 |
| RGB Lighting | No | No |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition | SilverStone AR12 |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition
7.2 / 10 Expert Rating
The same dependable 212 performance in a cleaner all-black finish — a safe budget pick.
SilverStone AR12
7.3 / 10 Expert Rating
A purpose-built low-profile cooler whose entire value proposition is fitting where taller coolers cannot.
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