Buying Guide
The Best 360mm AIO Coolers by Pump Speed
From the Frozen Notte 360 White to the Galahad II LCD 360: five liquid coolers ranked on pump speed and fan size, with who should skip each one.
By The PC Journal editorial team
12 min read5 products evaluated
A 360mm AIO gives the most cooling for high-core-count CPUs. Every pick has a 360mm radiator, ordered by pump speed.
This is a research roundup, not a lab test: max pump speed, fan size and tube length come from each maker's published specs; nothing here was tested in-house, and a missing max pump speed is flagged, not filled in.
Quick Picks
Our 5 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
Highest Pump Speed
Thermalright Frozen Notte 360 White ARGB V2
The highest pump speed here (5300 RPM).
Best for: Buyers who put pump speed first.
Our take Check price for Thermalright Frozen Notte 360 White ARGB V2 (opens in a new tab)
Also Consider
MSI MAG CORELIQUID A13 360
A split-flow radiator with the pump built into it.
Best for: Buyers who want split-flow radiator with the pump built into it.
Our take Check price for MSI MAG CORELIQUID A13 360 (opens in a new tab)
Premium Pick
LIAN LI Galahad II LCD 360 White
The top of this price range, adding SL-INF daisy-chain fans.
Best for: Spending more for the fullest feature set.
Our take Check price for LIAN LI Galahad II LCD 360 White (opens in a new tab)
Strong Alternative
Thermalright Aqua Elite 360 V6 ARGB
A round ARGB pump head.
Best for: Buyers who want round ARGB pump head.
Our take Check price for Thermalright Aqua Elite 360 V6 ARGB (opens in a new tab)
Worth a Look
ASUS Prime LC 360 ARGB White Edition
An infinity-mirror pump cap.
Best for: Buyers who want infinity-mirror pump cap.
Our take Check price for ASUS Prime LC 360 ARGB White Edition (opens in a new tab)
Our Picks
Highest Pump Speed1 of 5
Thermalright Frozen Notte 360 White ARGB V2 on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The Frozen Notte 360 White stands out for a white radiator and fans.
Best for
- Buyers who put pump speed first.
Skip if
- Look at the other picks if you need a feature not covered above.
Why we like it
It also offers a 5300 RPM pump speed and offers a 120mm fan size. Its copper mirror base sits under a white 360mm radiator with 450mm braided tubes. Long tubes suit front-mounted radiators in large cases.
Its 5300 RPM pump speed is the highest here; the Coreliquid A13 360 comes next at 3800 RPM. Check that your case offers 360mm radiator support at the front or top, and allow for the radiator's thickness plus fans above the motherboard's heatsinks. The maker doesn't spell out LGA1851 mounting, so confirm it on the maker's site for a Core Ultra build. No other pick here cost less at our last price check, and the Aqua Elite 360 V6 was closest.
Key dimensions & specs
- Max pump speed: 5300 RPM
- Fan size: 120mm
- Tube length: 450mm
- Sockets named: AM5, AM4, Intel
Pros
- White radiator and fans
- Highest pump speed of the picks (5300 RPM)
- 120mm fan size
- 450mm tube length
Also Consider2 of 5
MSI MAG CORELIQUID A13 360 on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The Coreliquid A13 360 moves the pump into the radiator, leaving a slim block on the CPU.
Best for
- Buyers who want split-flow radiator with the pump built into it.
Skip if
- Price-first buyers should look at the Frozen Notte 360 White, which cost less when we checked.
Why we like it
Its 390mm tubes give room for front or top mounting. Its 390mm tubes use a triple-layer, evaporation-proof design, and the mount fits AM5, AM4 and LGA1700 with paste included. Its split-flow radiator has the pump built in, which keeps the CPU block slim.
Its 3800 RPM pump speed ranks second of 4 here, behind the Frozen Notte 360 White (5300 RPM) and ahead of the Aqua Elite 360 V6 (2800 RPM). It also offers ceramic pump bearings. Check that your case offers 360mm radiator support at the front or top, and allow for the radiator's thickness plus fans above the motherboard's heatsinks.
It supports both AM5 and Intel LGA1851. When we checked, only the Aqua Elite 360 V6 and cheaper picks cost less, and the Prime LC 360 White cost more.
Key dimensions & specs
- Max pump speed: 3800 RPM
- Tube length: 390mm
- Sockets named: AM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Pros
- Mounts on both AM5 and Intel LGA1851
- Split-flow radiator with the pump built into it
- Ceramic pump bearings
- Pump speed of 3800 RPM, ahead of the Galahad II LCD 360
Cons
- Costs more than the Frozen Notte 360 White at the time of writing
Premium Pick3 of 5
LIAN LI Galahad II LCD 360 White on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The Galahad II LCD 360 has a 2.88-inch screen on an Asetek-based pump and SL-INF fans that daisy-chain.
Best for
- Spending more for the fullest feature set.
Skip if
- Look at the others if this bothers you: lighting and display control need L-Connect.
Why we like it
On pump speed it sits mid-pack at 3600 RPM: the Frozen Notte 360 White offers 5300 RPM, and the Aqua Elite 360 V6 comes in at 2800 RPM. It also offers a white finish. Check that your case offers 360mm radiator support at the front or top, and allow for the radiator's thickness plus fans above the motherboard's heatsinks.
The maker doesn't spell out LGA1851 mounting, so confirm it on the maker's site for a Core Ultra build. Plan to install L-Connect for lighting and display control; fan and pump speed can also run from the motherboard's headers. It was the most expensive pick when we checked, so weigh what it adds over the Prime LC 360 White.
Key dimensions & specs
- Max pump speed: 3600 RPM
- Fan size: 120mm
- Pump display: 2.88-inch IPS
- Software: L-Connect
- Sockets named: AM5, AM4, Intel
Pros
- 2.88-inch IPS pump-head display for temperatures or images
- SL-INF daisy-chain fans
- White finish
- Pump speed of 3600 RPM, ahead of the Aqua Elite 360 V6
Cons
- Lighting and display control need L-Connect
- Costs more than the Frozen Notte 360 White at the time of writing
Strong Alternative4 of 5
Thermalright Aqua Elite 360 V6 ARGB on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The Aqua Elite 360 V6 is the budget route to a 360mm radiator, listing a 2800 RPM pump and 2000 RPM fans.
Best for
- Buyers who want round ARGB pump head.
Skip if
- Skip it if pump speed matters most to you; the Frozen Notte 360 White offers 5300 RPM.
Why we like it
It suits a hot CPU when the budget is tight. Its round pump head uses Thermalright's fourth-generation pump, and the fans and block sync to a 5V ARGB header. The radiator moves up to 70.84 CFM.
The fans are pre-installed and daisy-chained, which saves motherboard headers. On pump speed it trails the group at 2800 RPM, while the Frozen Notte 360 White offers 5300 RPM. Check that your case offers 360mm radiator support at the front or top, and allow for the radiator's thickness plus fans above the motherboard's heatsinks.
It supports both AM5 and Intel LGA1851. On price it sat second of 5, between the cheaper Frozen Notte 360 White and the pricier Coreliquid A13 360, at the time of writing.
Key dimensions & specs
- Max fan speed: 2000 RPM
- Max pump speed: 2800 RPM
- Fan size: 120mm
- Sockets named: AM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Pros
- Mounts on both AM5 and Intel LGA1851
- Round ARGB pump head
- 2000 RPM maximum fan speed
- 2800 RPM pump speed
Cons
- Pump speed trails the Frozen Notte 360 White (5300 RPM)
- Costs more than the Frozen Notte 360 White at the time of writing
Worth a Look5 of 5
ASUS Prime LC 360 ARGB White Edition on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The Prime LC 360 White has an infinity-mirror pump cap and is styled to match ASUS Prime boards.
Best for
- Buyers who want infinity-mirror pump cap.
Skip if
- The maker gives no pump speed, so look elsewhere if that figure decides it for you.
Why we like it
It has infinity mirror lenses on the fans and sleeved tubing, and it is styled to match ASUS Prime motherboards. Check that your case offers 360mm radiator support at the front or top, and allow for the radiator's thickness plus fans above the motherboard's heatsinks. It supports both AM5 and Intel LGA1851.
Its price falls between the Coreliquid A13 360 and the Galahad II LCD 360, based on our last check. Buyers who need a confirmed pump speed should compare it with the Frozen Notte 360 White, which offers 5300 RPM.
Key dimensions & specs
- Fan size: 120mm
- Sockets named: AM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700
Pros
- Mounts on both AM5 and Intel LGA1851
- Infinity-mirror pump cap
- Reinforced sleeved tubing
- White finish
Cons
- No published pump speed
- Costs more than the Frozen Notte 360 White at the time of writing
How We Chose These 360mm AIO Coolers by Pump Speed
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- What we compared
- We compared five AIO coolers on pump speed, fan size, tube length and sockets named, using each maker's published specs. We did not test them in-house.
- The shared baseline
- All 5, from the Frozen Notte 360 White to the Prime LC 360 White, state sockets named.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The Prime LC 360 White gives no pump speed; the Coreliquid A13 360 gives no fan size.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the Frozen Notte 360 White ($50 to $100) to the Galahad II LCD 360 ($150 to $250).
What to Look for in a 360mm AIO Cooler by Pump Speed
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
How much pump speed you need
Here pump speed runs from 2800 RPM on the Aqua Elite 360 V6 to 5300 RPM on the Frozen Notte 360 White. The Frozen Notte 360 White is the pick for pump speed. No figure for the Prime LC 360 White.
Features beyond the spec table
The Galahad II LCD 360: a white finish. The Aqua Elite 360 V6: a round ARGB pump head. The Prime LC 360 White: reinforced sleeved tubing.
How much to spend
$50 to $100 buys the Frozen Notte 360 White, the Aqua Elite 360 V6, the Coreliquid A13 360 and the Prime LC 360 White; $150 to $250 buys the Galahad II LCD 360 at our last check.
Match the pick to your priority
Buyers who put pump speed first: the Frozen Notte 360 White. Spending more for the fullest feature set: the Galahad II LCD 360.
Software is optional but useful
LCD screens and lighting usually need the maker's software. Pump and fan speeds can run from motherboard headers instead.
How to Choose a 360mm AIO Cooler by Pump Speed
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Buyers who put pump speed first | Frozen Notte 360 White | The highest pump speed here (5300 RPM) |
| Buyers who want split-flow radiator with the pump built into it | Coreliquid A13 360 | A split-flow radiator with the pump built into it |
| Spending more for the fullest feature set | Galahad II LCD 360 | The top of this price range, adding SL-INF daisy-chain fans |
| Buyers who want round ARGB pump head | Aqua Elite 360 V6 | A round ARGB pump head |
| Buyers who want infinity-mirror pump cap | Prime LC 360 White | An infinity-mirror pump cap |
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Key specs side by side
The Frozen Notte 360 White leads on pump speed at 5300 RPM, ahead of the Coreliquid A13 360 at 3800 RPM. "Not listed" means the maker leaves that figure out.
| AIO cooler | Max pump speed | Fan size | Tube length | Sockets named |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frozen Notte 360 White | 5300 RPM | 120mm | 450mm | AM5, AM4, Intel |
| Coreliquid A13 360 | 3800 RPM | Not listed | 390mm | AM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700 |
| Galahad II LCD 360 | 3600 RPM | 120mm | Not listed | AM5, AM4, Intel |
| Aqua Elite 360 V6 | 2800 RPM | 120mm | Not listed | AM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700 |
| Prime LC 360 White | Not listed | 120mm | Not listed | AM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700 |
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By price at the time of writing
The Frozen Notte 360 White was the lowest-priced pick and the Galahad II LCD 360 the highest when we checked; tiers move with Amazon pricing.
| Price tier | AIO coolers |
|---|---|
| About $50 to $100 | Frozen Notte 360 White, Aqua Elite 360 V6, Coreliquid A13 360, Prime LC 360 White |
| About $150 to $250 | Galahad II LCD 360 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Frozen Notte 360 White ahead of the Coreliquid A13 360 on pump speed?
The Frozen Notte 360 White leads at 5300 RPM, with the Coreliquid A13 360 at 3800 RPM. The Aqua Elite 360 V6 is at the other end of this group with 2800 RPM. The Prime LC 360 White doesn't state a figure, so it sits outside this comparison.
Is the Galahad II LCD 360 worth paying more than the Frozen Notte 360 White?
On the figures both makers state, it adds little. It does not win everywhere: the Frozen Notte 360 White still leads on pump speed (5300 RPM). The Frozen Notte 360 White was the lowest-priced pick when we checked, so pay the difference only if a feature outside the spec sheet matters to you.
What makes the Frozen Notte 360 White the Highest Pump Speed?
It earns the label for the highest pump speed here (5300 RPM). It suits anyone who put pump speed first.
Beyond the specs, what sets the Frozen Notte 360 White and the Coreliquid A13 360 apart?
The Frozen Notte 360 White: a white radiator and fans. The Coreliquid A13 360: a split-flow radiator with the pump built into it. The Galahad II LCD 360: SL-INF daisy-chain fans.
Should I pick the Frozen Notte 360 White or the Prime LC 360 White?
The Frozen Notte 360 White suits buyers who put pump speed first; the Prime LC 360 White suits buyers who want infinity-mirror pump cap.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the Frozen Notte 360 White, chosen for the highest pump speed here (5300 RPM). Look at the Coreliquid A13 360 for a split-flow radiator with the pump built into it, the Galahad II LCD 360 for the top of this price range, adding SL-INF daisy-chain fans and the Aqua Elite 360 V6 for a round ARGB pump head if those matter more to you.
Confirm the case supports a 360mm radiator in the front or top.