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Cooler Master MasterLiquid ML240L V2 vs Noctua NH-C14S: Comparison
Cooler Master MasterLiquid ML240L V2 and Noctua NH-C14S separate most on warranty: Cooler Master MasterLiquid ML240L V2 at 2 years, Noctua NH-C14S at 6 years, 67% in favour of Noctua NH-C14S. Fan Count splits them by another 50%, this time favouring Cooler Master MasterLiquid ML240L V2.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Cooler Master | Noctua |
| Cooler Type | AIO Liquid | Air Top-Down |
| Series | Cooler Master MasterLiquid ML240L V2 | Noctua NH-C14S |
| Model Number | MLW-D24M-A18PC-R2 | NH-C14S |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1200/115X | AMD AM5/AM4, Intel LGA1954/1851/1700/1200/115X |
| Tower Layout | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fan Count | 2 | 1-50% |
| Noise Level | 27 dBA+2.4 dBA | 24.6 dBA |
| RGB Lighting | Yes | No |
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 140 mm |
| Max Speed | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM-17% |
| Airflow | 62 CFM-25% | 82.52 CFM |
| Static Pressure | 2.5 mmH2O | 2.08 mmH2O-17% |
| Warranty | 2 years-67% | 6 years |
| Source URL | https://pcper.com/2020/04/cooler-master-masterliquid-ml240l-v2-rgb-cpu-cooler-review/ | https://www.noctua.at/en/products/nh-c14s/specifications |
Verdict
Cooler Master MasterLiquid ML240L V2
7.6 / 10 Expert Rating
A dependable entry-level AIO that looks better than its price suggests, best suited to mainstream builds rather than high-TDP flagships.
Noctua NH-C14S
8.1 / 10 Expert Rating
A genuinely clever convertible design that earns its price premium in the specific builds it's meant for, not a general-purpose upgrade over a standard tower cooler.
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