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Cooler Master 120L Core

Cooler Master 120L Core Review & Specifications

The Cooler Master 120L Core by Cooler Master is a Liquid CPU cooler designed for compatibility with LGA 1150, LGA 1151, LGA 1155, LGA 1156, LGA 1200, LGA 1700, AM5, AM4 sockets.

This liquid cooler uses a high-efficiency CPU block made of Copper for optimal heat transfer. It features a 120 radiator with dimensions of 157 x 119.6 x 27.2 mm, paired with 1 fan(s) of 120 mm each. The fan(s) operate at a maximum speed of 1750 RPM with a noise level of 27.0 dBA, achieving a total airflow of 71.0 CFM. Please ensure your PC case can accommodate the radiator size and mounting configuration. You can check compatibility with our PC Builder, which filters cases based on radiator size. This cooler does not include RGB lighting, focusing instead on performance, reliability, and low acoustic output. The cooler is backed by a 3-year warranty, providing long-term reliability and manufacturer support.

Performance

Cooler Master 120L Core is a mid-range performance liquid CPU cooler suitable for CPUs with TDPs up to 200 W, providing a relative cooling performance score of 79.00%. It is primarily suited for mid-range gaming builds where external heat exhaust is advantageous. While it can be used in workstation setups, air coolers in this performance class often offer equal or better cooling with greater reliability and no risk of leakage. Liquid coolers in this category provide solid thermal performance but introduce additional complexity, including moving pumps and the need for long-term maintenance.

Cost-Effectiveness

In terms of performance per dollar, the Cooler Master 120L Core offers excellent value for a liquid cooler, achieving 58.9% efficiency relative to the best-performing air cooler in the performance-per-price category. Note: Liquid coolers generally have a lower performance-to-price ratio due to their more complex design and higher manufacturing costs. Despite this, this model represents an excellent cost-effective option for users seeking the benefits of liquid cooling.

CPU Cooler Information

Manufacturer: Cooler Master

CPU Cooler Name: Cooler Master 120L Core

Current Price Amazon: $59

  • Amazon Price Updated: 2 days, 1 hour ago.

  • CPU Cooler Available: True

    Cooler Type: 120 / Liquid

    Socket Compatibility: LGA 1150, LGA 1151, LGA 1155, LGA 1156, LGA 1200, LGA 1700, AM5, AM4

    CPU Block: Copper

    Fan Size / Number: 120 mm / 1 fan/s.

    CPU Cooler Dimensions: 157 x 119.6 x 27.2 mm

    Cooler Height: 27 mm

    Warranty: 3 years

    Performance

    Fan Speed / Noise / Airflow: 1750 rpm / 27.0 dBA / 71.0 CFM

    Relative Performance: 79.00%

    Calculated Performance

    Performance per Price: 58.9 %


    Cooler Master 120L Core Compared to CPU Coolers with Similar Performance

    CPU Cooler Price / Performance Table

    CPU_Cooler (Desc) Price (Desc) Performance (Desc) Perf/Price (Desc)
    Corsair H115iElite RGB
    $0 | 0.0%
    86.9%
    N/A
    Arctic Liquid Freezer III 240 Black
    $87 | ↓ -24.4%
    86.5%
    43.7%
    Montech HyperFlow ARGB 240
    $81 | ↓ -12.0%
    86.4%
    46.9%
    HYTE THICC Q60
    $249 | 0.0%
    86.4%
    15.3%
    Cooler Master 240 Atmos
    $113 | 0.0%
    85.5%
    33.3%
    Cooler Master 240 Core II
    $69 | 0.0%
    85.0%
    54.2%
    NZXT Kraken 120
    $79 | 0.0%
    80.0%
    44.6%
    Cooler Master 120L Core
    $59 | 0.0%
    79.0%
    58.9%
    Thermalright Aqua Elite 120 V3
    $34 | 0.0%
    78.0%
    100.9%

    CPU Cooler Specification Table

    CPU_Cooler (Desc) Cooler Type Radiator Size Height Fan Size/Speed/Airflow Noise
    Corsair H115iElite RGB
    280 / Liquid 322 x 137 x 27 mm 27 mm 140 mm / 1600 rpm / 84.5 CFM 31.0 dBA
    Arctic Liquid Freezer III 240 Black
    240 / Liquid 277 x 120 x 38 mm 28 mm 120 mm / 1800 rpm / 56.3 CFM 30.0 dBA
    Montech HyperFlow ARGB 240
    240 / Liquid 277 x 120 x 27 mm 27 mm 120 mm / 2200 rpm / 76.2 CFM 29.1 dBA
    HYTE THICC Q60
    240 / Liquid 288 x 120 x 52 mm 52 mm 120 mm / 3000 rpm / 105.8 CFM 47.3 dBA
    Cooler Master 240 Atmos
    240 / Liquid 277 x 119.6 x 27.2 mm 28 mm 120 mm / 2500 rpm / 71.0 CFM 27.0 dBA
    Cooler Master 240 Core II
    240 / Liquid 157 x 119.2 x 27 mm 27 mm 120 mm / 1750 rpm / 71.0 CFM 30.0 dBA
    NZXT Kraken 120
    120 / Liquid 120 x 152 x 32mm 32 mm 120 mm / 2000 rpm / 73.0 CFM 36.0 dBA
    Cooler Master 120L Core
    120 / Liquid 157 x 119.6 x 27.2 mm 27 mm 120 mm / 1750 rpm / 71.0 CFM 27.0 dBA
    Thermalright Aqua Elite 120 V3
    120 / Liquid 61.7 x 61.7 x 53.8 mm 53 mm 120 mm / 1500 rpm / None CFM 30.0 dBA

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