Liquid CPU cooling covers all-in-one (AIO) liquid coolers, liquid cooling kits and a few standalone fans for cooling the processor. It suits gaming and workstation builders who need more than an air cooler can offer. Our range has over 250 models from Corsair, NZXT, ASUS, Thermaltake, DeepCool and other makers.
How to choose a liquid CPU cooler
Radiator size. It is mostly set by the number of fans: two 12 cm fans usually mean a 240 mm radiator, and three mean 360 mm. Our range includes models with two and three fans, most with 12 cm fans and some with 14 cm. A larger radiator lets the fans spin more slowly, so a processor that produces a lot of heat is better matched with 280 or 360 mm.
Case compatibility. Check the case maker's specification for the radiator size supported at the front, top or rear. Also make sure there is enough room above the motherboard for the memory modules. Liquid cooling kits generally need more space than AIO coolers.
CPU socket. The box must include a bracket for your processor socket, such as Intel LGA1700 or AMD AM5. Older coolers sometimes lack brackets for newer sockets, and some makers supply them separately.
Noise and fans. Maximum fan speeds in our range run from 1800 to 3000 RPM. A higher limit gives headroom under load, but the pump also contributes to noise, so look at independent tests and choose fans with PWM speed control.
Lighting and control. Most models are black or white, and many have multicolour lighting. If you want it to match other components, check whether it is controlled through the motherboard software or only through the manufacturer's own app.
Brands we carry
- Corsair: fan and lighting control runs through the iCUE software, which can also manage other Corsair components.
- NZXT: makes the Kraken series of coolers, and some models have a small screen built into the pump block.
- ASUS: ROG-series coolers, some with a screen on the pump block and lighting compatible with Aura Sync.
- Thermaltake: Floe-series AIO coolers with multicolour lighting, and the company also makes PC cases.
- be quiet!: a German manufacturer known for coolers and fans designed around low noise.
- Cooler Master: has made cooling products for many years, and its liquid coolers come under the MasterLiquid name.
- Zalman: a South Korean maker that has produced CPU coolers for many years.
- DeepCool: makes both air and liquid CPU coolers, as well as PC cases.
Also in our range: Cougar, GAMDIAS, Montech and AZZA.
Frequently asked questions
Is liquid cooling better than air cooling?
Not always. An AIO liquid cooler usually handles hot processors better and lets the fans run more quietly, because the heat is spread across a larger radiator. A big air cooler often performs similarly and has no pump that could fail.
Which radiator size should I choose: 240, 280 or 360 mm?
A 240 mm radiator is usually enough for processors with moderate heat output, while 360 mm makes sense when the processor gets very hot under load. A 280 mm radiator uses two 14 cm fans. The final choice is always limited by which radiator size your case supports.
Does an all-in-one cooler need maintenance?
You do not need to top up the liquid, because an AIO loop is sealed. It is enough to clean dust from the radiator and fans now and then and listen for unusual pump noise. Liquid cooling kits need more attention, and the coolant has to be changed as the manufacturer advises.
Where should I mount the radiator in the case?
Most often at the front or the top, and both positions are common. The choice depends on the radiator size your case supports and on airflow, so check the case manufacturer's manual first.
