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DeepCool Mystique 360 vs Fractal Design Celsius+ S36: Comparison

What is the difference between DeepCool Mystique 360 and Fractal Design Celsius+ S36?

Expect a near tie. The closest thing to a difference is noise level, DeepCool Mystique 360 38.71 dBA against Fractal Design Celsius+ S36 32.2 dBA. Add static pressure to that, 3.48 mmH2O on the DeepCool Mystique 360 versus 2.3 mmH2O on the Fractal Design Celsius+ S36, and the pattern holds. Fractal Design Celsius+ S36 also leads on airflow, 72.04 CFM on the DeepCool Mystique 360 versus 87.6 CFM on the Fractal Design Celsius+ S36. Max speed runs the same way, 2400 RPM on the DeepCool Mystique 360 versus 2000 RPM on the Fractal Design Celsius+ S36, another win for DeepCool Mystique 360.

Which should you buy, DeepCool Mystique 360 or Fractal Design Celsius+ S36?

The DeepCool Mystique 360 suits buyers already comfortable with DeepCool's software ecosystem from other components. It also earns its place with buyers who want a large customizable pump-head display without flagship AIO pricing. It is the wrong buy for buyers who want the most refined, established display software, where NZXT CAM on the Kraken Elite 360 RGB 2024, covered elsewhere on this site, has a longer track record. The Fractal Design Celsius+ S36 is the one to take for minimalist or Scandinavian-styled builds and 360mm-radiator cases wanting subtle RGB, though it is not built for builders wanting an LCD or heavy RGB display and proprietary software ecosystem enthusiasts.

What DeepCool Mystique 360 and Fractal Design Celsius+ S36 have in common

Where they agree, they agree completely, radiator size, cooler type, tower layout, fan count and rgb lighting included, so the decision does not turn on any of those. They match on 3 further specifications as well.

Frequently asked questions

Do the DeepCool Mystique 360 and Fractal Design Celsius+ S36 differ on socket compatibility?

Yes. Socket Compatibility reads AMD AM5/AM4, Intel LGA1851/1700/1200/1151/1150/1155 on the DeepCool Mystique 360 versus Intel LGA1150/1151/1155/1156/1366/2011/2011-3/2066, AMD AM2/AM2+/AM3/AM3+/AM4/FM1/FM2/FM2+/TR4 on the Fractal Design Celsius+ S36.

Is the Fan Size the same on the DeepCool Mystique 360 and Fractal Design Celsius+ S36?

It is. Both are listed at 120 mm, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.

Specs and benchmarks

  • Brand

    DeepCool Mystique 360
    DeepCool
    Fractal Design Celsius+ S36
    Fractal Design
  • Cooler Type

    DeepCool Mystique 360
    AIO Liquid
    Fractal Design Celsius+ S36
    AIO Liquid
  • Radiator Size

    DeepCool Mystique 360
    360 mm
    Fractal Design Celsius+ S36
    360 mm
  • Series

    DeepCool Mystique 360
    DeepCool Mystique 360
    Fractal Design Celsius+ S36
    Fractal Design Celsius+ S36
  • Model Number

    DeepCool Mystique 360
    R-LX750-BKADSNC-G-1
    Fractal Design Celsius+ S36
    FD-W-2-S3601
  • Socket Compatibility

    DeepCool Mystique 360
    AMD AM5/AM4, Intel LGA1851/1700/1200/1151/1150/1155
    Fractal Design Celsius+ S36
    Intel LGA1150/1151/1155/1156/1366/2011/2011-3/2066, AMD AM2/AM2+/AM3/AM3+/AM4/FM1/FM2/FM2+/TR4
  • Tower Layout

    DeepCool Mystique 360
    Not Applicable
    Fractal Design Celsius+ S36
    Not Applicable
  • Fan Count

    DeepCool Mystique 360
    3
    Fractal Design Celsius+ S36
    3
  • Noise Level

    DeepCool Mystique 360
    38.71 dBA
    Fractal Design Celsius+ S36
    32.2 dBABest
  • RGB Lighting

    DeepCool Mystique 360
    Yes
    Fractal Design Celsius+ S36
    Yes
  • Radiator Thickness

    DeepCool Mystique 360
    27 mm
    Fractal Design Celsius+ S36
    30 mm
  • Tube Length

    DeepCool Mystique 360
    410 mm
    Fractal Design Celsius+ S36
    400 mm
  • Pump Max Speed

    DeepCool Mystique 360
    3400 RPMBest
    Fractal Design Celsius+ S36
    2800 RPM
  • Fan Size

    DeepCool Mystique 360
    120 mm
    Fractal Design Celsius+ S36
    120 mm
  • Max Speed

    DeepCool Mystique 360
    2400 RPMBest
    Fractal Design Celsius+ S36
    2000 RPM-17%
  • Airflow

    DeepCool Mystique 360
    72.04 CFM-18%
    Fractal Design Celsius+ S36
    87.6 CFMBest
  • Static Pressure

    DeepCool Mystique 360
    3.48 mmH2O
    Fractal Design Celsius+ S36
    2.3 mmH2O-34%
  • PWM Control

    DeepCool Mystique 360
    Yes
    Fractal Design Celsius+ S36
    Yes
  • Lighting

    DeepCool Mystique 360
    ARGB
    Fractal Design Celsius+ S36
    ARGB
  • Fans

    DeepCool Mystique 360
    3x FD12 ARGB 120mm Hydro Bearing PWM, 600-2400 RPM
    Fractal Design Celsius+ S36
    3x Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM, 500-2000 RPM

    Which one should you pick?

    Choose DeepCool Mystique 360 if you want the higher radiator size (360 mm vs 360 mm), the higher fan count (3 vs 3) and the higher max speed (2400 RPM vs 2000 RPM).

    Choose Fractal Design Celsius+ S36 if you want the lower noise level (32.2 dBA vs 38.71 dBA) and the higher airflow (87.6 CFM vs 72.04 CFM).

    Price comparison

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    Verdict

    DeepCool Mystique 360

    8 / 10 Expert Rating

    A genuinely good value entry into the display-equipped AIO category, if not the most polished software experience.

    Fractal Design Celsius+ S36

    7.9 / 10 Expert Rating

    A tastefully understated 360mm AIO for builds that want RGB without a busy showpiece.

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