Thermalright Assassin X 120 Refined SE ARGB CPU Cooler

The Thermalright Assassin X 120 Refined SE ARGB is a compact yet powerful tower-style CPU cooler designed to provide efficient cooling and vibrant aesthetics for a wide range of desktop processors. It features a four heat pipe design with direct CPU contact, ensuring rapid and effective heat transfer to the fin stack. This helps maintain optimal CPU temperatures, especially during gaming or other demanding tasks, preventing thermal throttling and ensuring consistent performance.

Equipped with a 120mm PWM ARGB fan (model TL-C12CW-S), this cooler delivers a good balance of airflow and static pressure for effective heat dissipation. The PWM control allows for dynamic fan speed adjustments based on CPU temperature, optimizing cooling performance when needed and reducing noise during lighter loads. The ARGB lighting on the fan adds a visually appealing touch to your system, and it is typically compatible with motherboard ARGB control systems, allowing for synchronization with other components.

The Assassin X 120 Refined SE ARGB offers broad socket compatibility, supporting many popular Intel LGA sockets (including 115x, 1200, 1700) and AMD AM sockets (including AM4, AM5). While the official Thermalright website doesn't explicitly state the TDP support on the product page itself at the time of this description, similar models and general information suggest a cooling capacity of up to around 180W TDP, making it suitable for many mainstream and mid-range CPUs. The cooler utilizes a Fluid Dynamic Bearing (FDB) fan for quieter operation and improved lifespan. Its compact dimensions ensure good compatibility with most PC cases, and it conveniently includes thermal paste to facilitate the installation process, making it a great choice for users looking for a blend of performance, aesthetics, and ease of use.