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Corsair A500 vs Thermalright Assassin X 120: Comparison
Corsair A500 and Thermalright Assassin X 120 separate most on fan count: Corsair A500 at 2, Thermalright Assassin X 120 at 1, 50% in favour of Corsair A500. Height splits them by another 6%, this time favouring Thermalright Assassin X 120. They match on tower type and rgb lighting.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Corsair | Thermalright |
| Cooler Type | Air Tower | Air |
| Series | Corsair A500 | Thermalright Assassin X 120 |
| Tower Type | Single-Tower | Single-Tower |
| Model Number | CT-9010003-WW | Assassin X 120 SE |
| Height | 165 mm-6% | 155 mm |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD AM4, Intel LGA115X/2066/2011-3 | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1200 |
| Fan Count | 2 | 1-50% |
| Noise Level | 37 dBA+12 dBA | 25 |
| RGB Lighting | No | No |
Price comparison
| Retailer | Corsair A500 | Thermalright Assassin X 120 |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Corsair A500
8.1 / 10 Expert Rating
A genuinely strong flagship-tier air cooler that trades a few degrees against Noctua's best for a lower price and Corsair's ecosystem familiarity.
Thermalright Assassin X 120
7.5 / 10 Expert Rating
Exceptional price-to-performance for a locked mainstream build.