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Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition vs Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE: Comparison
Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition and Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE separate most on height: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition at 158.8 mm, Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE at 155 mm, 2% in favour of Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Cooler Master | Thermalright |
| Cooler Type | Air Tower | Air |
| Series | Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition | Peerless Assassin |
| Model Number | RR-212S-20PK-R2 | PA120 SE |
| Height | 158.8 mm-2% | 155 mm |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1200/115X | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1851/1150/1151/1155/1200 |
| Noise Level | 26 dBA+0.4 dBA | 25.6 |
| Airflow | 42 CFM-37% | 66.17 |
| Lighting | None | None |
| Warranty | 2 years-33% | 3 |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition | Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 SE
9 / 10 Expert Rating
The best cooling-per-dollar in air cooling right now.
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