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Cooler Master MasterLiquid 360 Atmos vs Noctua NH-U12A chromax.black: Comparison
Cooler Master MasterLiquid 360 Atmos and Noctua NH-U12A chromax.black separate most on fan count: Cooler Master MasterLiquid 360 Atmos at 3, Noctua NH-U12A chromax.black at 2, 33% in favour of Cooler Master MasterLiquid 360 Atmos.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Cooler Master | Noctua |
| Cooler Type | AIO Liquid | Air, Single-Tower |
| Series | MasterLiquid Atmos | Noctua NH-U12A chromax.black |
| Model Number | MLX-D36M-A25PZ-R1 | NH-U12A chromax.black |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1851/1700/1200/115X | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1851/2066/1200 |
| Fan Count | 3 | 2-33% |
| Noise Level | 27.2 dBA+4.6 dBA | 22.6 |
| RGB Lighting | Yes | No |
| Fans | 3x SickleFlow Edge ARGB PWM, 120mm | 2x NF-A12x25 PWM chromax.black.swap, 120mm |
Verdict
Cooler Master MasterLiquid 360 Atmos
8 / 10 Expert Rating
A cooler whose distinctive ring-fan design is a genuine aesthetic differentiator more than a thermal one.
Noctua NH-U12A chromax.black
8.8 / 10 Expert Rating
Noctua's compact flagship proves a well-engineered single-tower can rival dual-tower coolers, at a real premium.
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