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DeepCool Castle 360EX vs Zalman CNPS20X: Comparison
DeepCool Castle 360EX and Zalman CNPS20X separate most on fan count: DeepCool Castle 360EX at 3, Zalman CNPS20X at 2, 33% in favour of DeepCool Castle 360EX. Max Speed splits them by another 17%, again favouring DeepCool Castle 360EX. They match on 4 other specifications, including rgb lighting, pwm control and lighting.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | DeepCool | Zalman |
| Cooler Type | AIO Liquid | Air Tower |
| Series | DeepCool Castle 360EX | Zalman CNPS20X |
| Model Number | DP-GS-H12-CSL360EX | CNPS20X |
| Socket Compatibility | AMD sTRX4/sTR4/AM4, Intel LGA2066/2011-v3/2011/1700/1200/1151/1150/1155 | AMD AM5/AM4/AM3+/AM3, Intel LGA1700/1200/115X/2066/2011 |
| Tower Layout | Not Applicable | Dual-Tower |
| Fan Count | 3 | 2-33% |
| Noise Level | 32.1 dBA+3.1 dBA | 29 dBA |
| RGB Lighting | Yes | Yes |
| Cooler Weight | 1706 g | 1300 g |
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 140 mm |
| Max Speed | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM-17% |
| Airflow | 64.4 CFM | 61 CFM-5% |
| PWM Control | Yes | Yes |
| Lighting | ARGB | ARGB |
| Fan Connection | Standard 4-Pin PWM | Standard 4-Pin PWM |
| Source URL | https://www.deepcool.com/products/Cooling/cpuliquidcoolers/Castle-360EX-Liquid-CPU-Cooler/2021/121.shtml | https://www.zalman.com/EN/Product/ProductDetail.do?productSeq=323 |
Price comparison
| Retailer | DeepCool Castle 360EX | Zalman CNPS20X |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
Zalman CNPS20X
7.9 / 10 Expert Rating
An aggressively priced RGB flagship-class dual-tower for builders who want the look without premium-brand cost.