The Arctic Liquid Freezer III 240 wins in 2 out of 3 comparable specs. Its biggest advantage is MSRP (27% better).
NH-D15 G2 wins in 1 spec (TDP Rating: 20% better).
Recommendation
Choose Liquid Freezer III 240 if you want the best overall performance — especially msrp.
Choose NH-D15 G2 if tdp rating matters more to you.
| Spec | ArcticLiquid Freezer III 240 | NoctuaNH-D15 G2 |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Type | AIO | Air Tower |
| Height | 63 mm | 168 mm |
| Radiator Size | 240 mm | N/A |
| Performance | ||
| TDP Rating | 250W | 300W+20% |
| Fans | 2 | 2 |
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 140 mm |
| Acoustics | ||
| Noise Level | ||
| 22.5 dB(A)−9% |
| 24.6 dB(A) |
| Fan RPM | 200 - 1800 | 300 - 1500 |
| Compatibility | ||
| Sockets | LGA1851, LGA1700, AM5, AM4 | LGA1851, LGA1700, AM5, AM4 |
| Price | ||
| MSRP | $80−27% | $110 |
| Release Date | Feb 2024 | Jun 2024 |