The Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 is the objective winner of this comparison, securing victories in two out of three evaluated specifications. While the MSI MAG CORELIQUID E360 holds a notable advantage in thermal management, boasting a TDP rating that is 32% better than its competitor, the Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 dominates the value category. Its most impactful advantage is its MSRP, which is 72% better than the cost associated with the MSI MAG CORELIQUID E360.

Users prioritizing maximum thermal headroom for high-performance cooling should select the MSI MAG CORELIQUID E360 to leverage its superior TDP rating. Conversely, the Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 is the ideal choice for budget-conscious builders who want to maximize their value without sacrificing the majority of the evaluated performance metrics. By choosing the latter, you secure a more cost-effective solution that still outperforms the alternative in two key areas of the specification comparison.