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Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition vs Thermalright Assassin X 120: Comparison
Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition and Thermalright Assassin X 120 separate most on height: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition at 158.8 mm, Thermalright Assassin X 120 at 155 mm, 2% in favour of Thermalright Assassin X 120. They match on tower type, fan count and rgb lighting.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Cooler Master | Thermalright |
| Cooler Type | Air Tower | Air |
| Series | Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition | Thermalright Assassin X 120 |
| Tower Type | Single-Tower | Single-Tower |
| Model Number | RR-212S-20PK-R2 | Assassin X 120 SE |
| Height | 158.8 mm-2% | 155 mm |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1200/115X | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1200 |
| Fan Count | 1 | 1 |
| Noise Level | 26 dBA+1 dBA | 25 |
| RGB Lighting | No | No |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition | Thermalright Assassin X 120 |
|---|---|---|
| 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
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.
Thermalright Assassin X 120
7.5 / 10 Expert Rating
Exceptional price-to-performance for a locked mainstream build.
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