The Thermalright Assassin X 120 Refined SE wins in 2 out of 3 comparable specs. Its biggest advantage is MSRP (40% better).
Recommendation
Choose Assassin X 120 Refined SE if you want the best overall performance — especially msrp.
| Spec | Cooler MasterHyper 212 EVO V2 | ThermalrightAssassin X 120 Refined SE |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Type | Air Tower | Air Tower |
| Height | 159 mm | 148 mm |
| Performance | ||
| TDP Rating | 150W | 150W |
| Fans | 1 | 1 |
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Acoustics | ||
| Noise Level | 27 dB(A) | 25 dB(A)−7% |
| Fan RPM |
| 650 - 1800 |
| 500 - 1550 |
| Compatibility | ||
| Sockets | LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA1151, LGA1150, AM5, AM4 | LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA1151, AM5, AM4 |
| Price | ||
| MSRP | $30 | $18−40% |
| Release Date | Jun 2020 | Jun 2023 |
