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Fractal Design Celsius+ S36 Prisma PWM ARGB 360mm AIO liquid CPU cooler
Fractal Design

Fractal Design Celsius+ S36

Expert rating7.9 / 10

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Cooler Type:
AIO Liquid
Radiator Size:
360 mm
Fans:
3x Dynamic X2 GP-12 PWM
Lighting:
ARGB pump face

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Manufacturer: Fractal Design Last updated: 2026-09-12

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Fractal Design Celsius+ S36 Review

Fractal Design Celsius+ S36 360mm AIO liquid cooler, 3x Dynamic X2 PWM fans, ARGB-accented pump face, AM4/TR4/LGA115x/2066 support, minimalist Scandinavian design.

Celsius+ carries Fractal's understated design language into liquid cooling, a clean RGB ring on the pump cap rather than a busy logo or screen, paired with the brand's own Dynamic 2 fans tuned for a balance of airflow and low noise rather than maximum static pressure.

Comparison to Alternatives

Against the be quiet! Light Loop 360, both push a similar restrained-but-lit aesthetic, though Light Loop goes further with illuminated radiator-edge lighting while Celsius+ keeps the light show to the pump cap. Compared to the NZXT Kraken Plus RGB, Celsius+ skips the CAM software layer for simpler motherboard-header RGB and fan control.

Our verdict

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Expert rating7.9 / 10

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

Best for

  • Minimalist or Scandinavian-styled builds
  • 360mm-radiator cases wanting subtle RGB
  • Fractal Design case owners matching brand aesthetics

Not for

  • Builders wanting an LCD or heavy RGB display
  • Proprietary software ecosystem enthusiasts
  • Extreme-budget builds

Specifications

What these specs mean

Identity

BrandFractal Design
SeriesFractal Design Celsius+ S36
Model NumberFD-W-2-S3601

Design

Cooler TypeAIO Liquid
Radiator Size360 mm
Socket CompatibilityIntel LGA1150/1151/1155/1156/1366/2011/2011-3/2066, AMD AM2/AM2+/AM3/AM3+/AM4/FM1/FM2/FM2+/TR4

Performance

Fan Count3
Noise Level32.2 dBA
RGB LightingYes

Cooler class

Tower LayoutNot Applicable

Liquid loop hardware

Radiator Thickness30 mm
Tube Length400 mm
Pump Max Speed2800 RPM

Fans

Fan Size120 mm
Max Speed2000 RPM
Airflow87.6 CFM
Static Pressure2.3 mmH2O
PWM ControlYes

Lighting and display

LightingARGB

Ownership

Warranty5 years

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the Fractal Design Celsius+ S36 (360mm AIO Liquid/3x Dynamic 2 PWM Fans/RGB Pump Cap/Refined Minimalist Design)?

Key specs for the Fractal Design Celsius+ S36: Noise Level 32.2 dBA, Radiator Size 360 mm, Cooler Type AIO Liquid, Tower Layout Not Applicable, Radiator Thickness 30 mm, Tube Length 400 mm.

Will the Fractal Design Celsius+ S36 (360mm AIO Liquid/3x Dynamic 2 PWM Fans/RGB Pump Cap/Refined Minimalist Design) work with my current setup?

The Fractal Design Celsius+ S36 (360mm AIO Liquid/3x Dynamic 2 PWM Fans/RGB Pump Cap/Refined Minimalist Design) lists Socket Compatibility is Intel LGA1150/1151/1155/1156/1366/2011/2011-3/2066, AMD AM2/AM2+/AM3/AM3+/AM4/FM1/FM2/FM2+/TR4. Check that against the hardware you already own before buying, since this is the field that most often decides whether a part fits.

Who is the Fractal Design Celsius+ S36 (360mm AIO Liquid/3x Dynamic 2 PWM Fans/RGB Pump Cap/Refined Minimalist Design) best suited to?

Best suited to: Minimalist or Scandinavian-styled builds; 360mm-radiator cases wanting subtle RGB; Fractal Design case owners matching brand aesthetics.

What are the drawbacks of the Fractal Design Celsius+ S36 (360mm AIO Liquid/3x Dynamic 2 PWM Fans/RGB Pump Cap/Refined Minimalist Design)?

Not the best fit for: Builders wanting an LCD or heavy RGB display; Proprietary software ecosystem enthusiasts; Extreme-budget builds.

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