The Arctic Liquid Freezer III 360 A-RGB wins in 3 out of 4 comparable specs. Its biggest advantage is Noise Level (30% better).
EK-AIO 280 D-RGB wins in 1 spec (MSRP: 13% better).
Recommendation
Choose Liquid Freezer III 360 A-RGB if you want the best overall performance — especially noise level.
Choose EK-AIO 280 D-RGB if msrp matters more to you.
| Spec | ArcticLiquid Freezer III 360 A-RGB | EKEK-AIO 280 D-RGB |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Type | AIO | AIO |
| Height | 63 mm | 52 mm |
| Radiator Size | 360 mm+29% | 280 mm |
| Performance | ||
| TDP Rating | 350W+17% | 300W |
| Fans | 3 | 2 |
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 140 mm |
| Acoustics | ||
| Noise Level | 22.5 dB(A)−30% | 32 dB(A) |
| Fan RPM | 200 - 2000 | 550 - 2200 |
| Compatibility | ||
| Sockets | LGA1851, LGA1700, AM5, AM4 | LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA1151, AM5, AM4 |
| Price | ||
| MSRP | $150 | $130−13% |
| Release Date | Feb 2024 | Jan 2022 |
