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DeepCool Castle 360EX vs Noctua NH-D12L: Comparison
DeepCool Castle 360EX and Noctua NH-D12L separate most on fan count: DeepCool Castle 360EX at 3, Noctua NH-D12L at 1, 67% in favour of DeepCool Castle 360EX. TDP Rating splits them by another 27%, again favouring DeepCool Castle 360EX.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | DeepCool | Noctua |
| Cooler Type | AIO Liquid | Air |
| Series | DeepCool Castle 360EX | Noctua NH-D12L |
| Model Number | Castle 360EX | NH-D12L |
| Height | 27mm (Radiator Thickness) | 145 mm |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1851/1200 | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1200 |
| Fan Count | 3 | 1-67% |
| TDP Rating | 300 | 220-27% |
| Noise Level | 34+11.6 dBA | 22.4 |
| RGB Lighting | Yes | No |
Price comparison
| Retailer | DeepCool Castle 360EX | Noctua NH-D12L |
|---|---|---|
| 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
DeepCool Castle 360EX
7.9 / 10 Expert Rating
A solid value-tier 360mm RGB AIO, worth buying on sale but generally outclassed by DeepCool's own newer LT720 at similar pricing.
Noctua NH-D12L
8.3 / 10 Expert Rating
An excellent no-compromise pick when tall RAM rules out a standard dual-fan tower.