Thermaltake
Thermaltake CL-W138-PL14SW-A Water 3.0 280 Riing RGB AIO Cooler
★★★★★
Experience Superior Cooling with RGB Flair The Thermaltake Water 3.0 Riing RGB 280 Edition is designed to deliver exceptional cooling performance with stunning aesthetics. Featuring dual 140mm Riing RGB fans, a large surface radiator, and a high-performance pump, this AIO liquid cooling system en...
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Overview
Experience Superior Cooling with RGB Flair
The Thermaltake Water 3.0 Riing RGB 280 Edition is designed to deliver exceptional cooling performance with stunning aesthetics. Featuring dual 140mm Riing RGB fans, a large surface radiator, and a high-performance pump, this AIO liquid cooling system ensures optimal CPU temperatures while adding vibrant RGB lighting to your system.
Specifications:
- Compatibility: Intel LGA 2066/2011-3/2011/1366/1156/1155/1151/1150, AMD TR4/AM4/FM2/FM1/AM3+/AM3/AM2+/AM2
- Water Block Material: Copper
- Pump Rated Voltage: 12 V
- Fan Dimension: 140 x 140 x 25 mm
- Fan Speed: 800 ~ 1500 R.P.M (PWM), 400 ~ 1000 R.P.M (Low Noise Mode)
- Fan Noise Level: 18.5 ~ 26.4 dB-A
- Fan Max. Air Flow: 22.14 ~ 40.6 CFM
- Radiator Dimension: 313 x 139 x 27 mm
- Tube Length: 326 mm
- Weight: 1181g
Key Features
Supports AMD AM4/FM2/FM1/AM3+/AM3/AM2+/AM2
Supports Intel LGA 2011-3/2011/1366/1156/1155/1151/1150
Patented PWM Riing 14 RGB LED: 2 X 140mm RGB radiator fans. Thermaltake smart fan controller can play/pause 5 LED color modes and cycle through 256 colors
280mm High Efficiency Radiator with Push/Pull Mounting Support: 280mm large surface radiator not only doubles cooling surface, but also supports up to 4 x 140mm fans for additional heat dissipation
Copper Cold Plate CPU block with Braded Sleeved Tubes: The high performance copper base plate accelerates the heat conductivity
High Quality Pump with Easy Installation Maintenance-free Operation: Enables max water circulation, keeping copper plate cool.
High Performance Waterblock and Durable Sleeved Cable
Low evaporation tube (326mm) decreases coolant loss; no refill needed
Simple Setup
Tt LCS Certified: Liquid Cooling Supported. Compatible with extreme liquid cooling configurations
Specifications
Radiator Size
280mm
Fan Size
2 x 140mm
Fan Type
PWM Riing 14 RGB LED
LED Color Modes
5 modes
LED Color Options
256 colors
CPU Block Material
Copper Cold Plate
Tube Length
326mm
AMD Socket Support
AM4/FM2/FM1/AM3+/AM3/AM2+/AM2
Intel Socket Support
LGA 2011-3/2011/1366/1156/1155/1151/1150
Certification
Tt LCS Certified
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Features patented PWM Riing 14 RGB LED fans that provide both effective cooling and visual customization options
- Equipped with a 280mm large surface radiator designed to double cooling surface and support additional fans for enhanced heat dissipation
- Utilizes a high-performance copper base plate on the CPU block to accelerate heat conductivity away from the processor
- Designed for simple setup and maintenance-free operation, reducing the need for regular coolant refills
- Compatible with a wide range of AMD and Intel sockets, including LGA 2011-3, 1151, and AM4 platforms
👎 Cons
- The cooler requires case compatibility for a 280mm radiator, which might not fit smaller or older PC enclosures
- Customization of the 5 LED color modes and 256 colors relies solely on the Thermaltake smart fan controller
- Optimal performance from the push/pull mounting support might require purchasing additional 140mm fans
- While the low evaporation tube reduces coolant loss, it still contains a fluid that is subject to eventual degradation over time
- Specific noise levels of the PWM Riing 14 RGB LED fans are not provided, which could be a factor for quiet builds
Frequently Asked Questions
What CPU sockets are compatible with this Thermaltake AIO cooler?
This cooler supports a wide range of AMD sockets including AM4, FM2, FM1, AM3+, AM3, AM2+, and AM2, as well as Intel LGA 2011-3, 2011, 1366, 1156, 1155, 1151, and 1150.
How is the RGB lighting controlled on the fans?
The RGB lighting on the patented PWM Riing 14 RGB LED fans is controlled via a Thermaltake smart fan controller, which allows you to play/pause 5 LED color modes and cycle through 256 colors.
Can additional fans be mounted to the 280mm radiator?
Yes, the 280mm high-efficiency radiator supports up to four 140mm fans for additional heat dissipation, allowing for push/pull mounting configurations.
Is this liquid cooler a sealed unit, or does it require regular maintenance?
This is an all-in-one (AIO) liquid cooler designed for easy installation and maintenance-free operation, with low evaporation tubes to decrease coolant loss, meaning no refills are needed.
What material is used for the CPU block's cold plate?
The CPU block features a high-performance copper cold plate, which is designed to accelerate heat conductivity from your processor for efficient cooling.
Is this cooler certified for liquid cooling systems?
Yes, this cooler is Tt LCS Certified, indicating that it is designed to be compatible with extreme liquid cooling configurations.
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