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MasterLiquid 360 Core
A entry-level pick in the cpu coolers line-up, with 360mm AIO up front.
43/100
360mm AIO280 W360 mmLGA1700AM5White
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Why we rate it
- PWM fans
- LGA1700 support
- AM5 support
- Above-average radiator size
- Below-average tdp capacity
Score profile
Scored against the cpu coolers classWhere the MasterLiquid 360 Core wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Type and dimensions
Cooler type360
Radiator size360 mm
Performance
TDP capacity280 W
Fan count3
Fan size120 mm
Fan and pump
PWM fansYes
Compatibility
Intel socketsLGA1700
AMD socketsAM5
LGA1700 supportYes
AM5 supportYes
Features and aesthetics
RGBYes
Addressable RGBYes
ColourWhite
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowMasterLiquid 360 Core vs ARCTIC ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 360
MasterLiquid 360 CoreARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 360
| Cooler MasterMasterLiquid 360 CoreThis page | ARCTICARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 360 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 43 /100 | 43 /100 |
| Cooler type | 360 | 38 |
| TDP capacity | 280 W | — |
| Radiator size | 360 mmBetter | 38 mm |
Who it's for
Is the MasterLiquid 360 Core right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable cpu cooler for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need flagship-tier performance, in which case a higher-tier cpu cooler is the better call.
Performance builder
Chasing frames and headroom in a high-end rig.
okay
Mainstream builder
Wants strong value in a balanced build.
good
Budget builder
Stretching every pound in an entry rig.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the MasterLiquid 360 Core worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 43/100 against other cpu coolers, a entry-level result where the class average is around 51.
What stands out on the MasterLiquid 360 Core?
Its pwm fans stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Noctua NH-U12A?
The Noctua NH-U12A scores 45/100 versus this one at 43/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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