The Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO V2 wins in 2 out of 3 comparable specs. Its biggest advantage is MSRP (77% better).
EK-AIO 280 D-RGB wins in 1 spec (TDP Rating: 100% better).
Recommendation
Choose Hyper 212 EVO V2 if you want the best overall performance — especially msrp.
Choose EK-AIO 280 D-RGB if tdp rating matters more to you.
| Spec | Cooler MasterHyper 212 EVO V2 | EKEK-AIO 280 D-RGB |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Type | Air Tower | AIO |
| Height | 159 mm | 52 mm |
| Radiator Size | N/A | 280 mm |
| Performance | ||
| TDP Rating | 150W | 300W+100% |
| Fans | 1 | 2 |
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 140 mm |
| Acoustics | ||
| Noise Level |
| 27 dB(A)−16% |
| 32 dB(A) |
| Fan RPM | 650 - 1800 | 550 - 2200 |
| Compatibility | ||
| Sockets | LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA1151, LGA1150, AM5, AM4 | LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA1151, AM5, AM4 |
| Price | ||
| MSRP | $30−77% | $130 |
| Release Date | Jun 2020 | Jan 2022 |