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DeepCool Castle 360EX vs SilverStone AR12: Comparison
DeepCool Castle 360EX and SilverStone AR12 separate most on fan count: DeepCool Castle 360EX at 3, SilverStone AR12 at 1, 67% in favour of DeepCool Castle 360EX.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | DeepCool | SilverStone |
| Cooler Type | AIO Liquid | Air, Low-Profile |
| Series | DeepCool Castle 360EX | SilverStone AR12 |
| Model Number | DP-GS-H12-CSL360EX | AR12 |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD sTRX4/sTR4/AM4, Intel LGA2066/2011-v3/2011/1700/1200/1151/1150/1155 | AMD AM4/AM5, Intel LGA1700/1200 |
| Fan Count | 3 | 1-67% |
| Noise Level | 32.1 dBA+6.5 dBA | 25.6 |
| RGB Lighting | Yes | No |
| Fans | 3x 120mm Hydro Bearing PWM, 500-1800 RPM | 1x 92mm PWM |
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.
SilverStone AR12
7.3 / 10 Expert Rating
A purpose-built low-profile cooler whose entire value proposition is fitting where taller coolers cannot.