The Thermalright Assassin X 120 Refined SE wins in 2 out of 3 comparable specs. Its biggest advantage is MSRP (94% better).
iCUE H150i Elite LCD XT wins in 1 spec (TDP Rating: 133% better).
Recommendation
Choose Assassin X 120 Refined SE if you want the best overall performance — especially msrp.
Choose iCUE H150i Elite LCD XT if tdp rating matters more to you.
| Spec | CorsairiCUE H150i Elite LCD XT | ThermalrightAssassin X 120 Refined SE |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Type | AIO | Air Tower |
| Height | 55 mm | 148 mm |
| Radiator Size | 360 mm | N/A |
| Performance | ||
| TDP Rating | 350W+133% | 150W |
| Fans | 3 | 1 |
| Fan Size | 120 mm | 120 mm |
| Acoustics | ||
| Noise Level |
| 34.1 dB(A) |
| 25 dB(A)−27% |
| Fan RPM | 550 - 2100 | 500 - 1550 |
| Compatibility | ||
| Sockets | AM2+, AM3+, FM2+, LGA2011-3, LGA2011, LGA2066, LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA1156, LGA1155, LGA1151, LGA1150, AM5, AM4, AM3, AM2, FM1, FM2 | LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA1151, AM5, AM4 |
| Price | ||
| MSRP | $280 | $18−94% |
| Release Date | Jun 2023 | Jun 2023 |
